Amcolians Undergraduate Research Forum (AURF)

"Inquire. Innovate. Inspire."

Introduction

The Amcolians Undergraduate Research Forum (AURF) is a dynamic platform of the students, by the students, for the students functioning under the patronage of the Undergraduate Research and Development Wing of Amcolians Alumni Association (AAA).

In an evolving medical landscape, research is no longer optional—it is an essential component of clinical excellence. AURF, being a dedicated research forum, nurtures young researchers and fosters a culture of inquiry and scientific thinking contributing to their academic excellence and professional growth.

Vision

To build a sustainable, vibrant research culture at Army Medical College by fostering innovation, critical thinking, and evidence-based practice among future healthcare professionals.

Mission

To promote a culture of inquiry, scholarly writing and scientific exploration among undergraduate medical students.
To provide accessible mentorship, training workshops and research opportunities.
To encourage ethical, high-quality student research aligned with global medical standards.
To support publication and presentation of student research at institutional, national and international platforms.

Objectives

To create an environment suitable for research at undergraduate level in Army Medical College.
To channelize all the research work being done at undergraduate level in Army Medical College.
To inform about the research opportunities, upcoming seminars, conferences, workshops and symposiums.
To promote student awareness and orientation regarding research.
To generate new topics for research at undergraduate level.
To help students in planning and conducting a research study and writing and publishing an article in a recognized journal.

Core Values

Innovation: Supporting creative thinking and pioneering research ideas.
Integrity: Upholding the highest standards of ethics and scientific responsibility.
Collaboration: Building a community that encourages shared learning and teamwork.
Excellence: Striving for quality in research design, execution and presentation.
Impact: Pursuing research that improves patient care and contributes meaningfully towards a better health system.

Activities & Initiatives

1. Research Skill Development

Workshops on research methodology, study design and ethics.
Training sessions on biostatistics and data analysis.
Guidance on scientific writing and publication processes.

2. Annual Undergraduate Research Conference

Poster and oral presentations.
Annual student research conferences.

3. Research Mentorship & Collaboration

One-on-one mentorship with faculty.
Collaborative research groups.
Opportunities to work on ongoing departmental projects.