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ICMR replaces old system with single window approval for medical studies

The Indian Council of Medical Research has introduced a unified ethics approval process for multicentre medical studies, replacing the previous fragmented, site-by-site system. This significant reform aims to expedite research timelines, reduce costs, and expand participation to rural and vulnerable populations, fostering more representative and robust health policy evidence.

22 May 2026 12:22 am