GANDHI MEDICAL COLLEGE ANNOUNCES
Second Annual Research Conference

GROW 2.0

Gandhi Research Orientation Workshop

“Research Ignites Change”

Discover • Collaborate • Innovate • Impact

26, 27, 28 Feb 2027

Main Conference Days

17 January 2027

Orientation Session

GMC Secunderabad

Gandhi Medical College

Countdown to GROW 2.0 (Feb 2027)
Early Bird Closes 15 Jan 2027
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Official Conference Flyer

Building on the success of GROW 1.0

Organised by GMC Alumni Medical Education Society

GROW 2.0 Conference Flyer
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₹1,00,000+ Prize Pool Global Alumni & GMCAA Merit Citations
3 Days
Main Conference (26-28 Feb)
₹1,00,000+
Total Research Prize Pool
25+
Distinguished Faculty & Mentors
1,000+
Expected Medical Delegates

About GROW 2.0

Gandhi Research Orientation Workshop (GROW 2.0) is the premier scientific gathering hosted at Gandhi Medical College, Secunderabad. Building on the inspiring legacy and momentum of GROW 1.0, this conference is engineered to empower undergraduate students, postgraduates, and clinical faculty to advance original inquiry and translational healthcare research.

1. Discover

Master hypothesis formulation, rigorous research methodology, and evidence synthesis to uncover novel clinical insights.

2. Collaborate

Bridge institutions through the GMC Global Alumni & GMCAA network, forming collaborative multi-center study groups.

3. Innovate

Explore translational medicine, cutting-edge biomedical technology, diagnostic algorithms, and modern epidemiology.

4. Impact

Transform scientific findings into high-impact peer-reviewed publications, health policies, and life-saving patient care.

Gandhi Medical College Building
Historic Host Institution

Gandhi Medical College, Secunderabad

Established in 1954, Gandhi Medical College is one of India's foremost teaching and tertiary care medical institutions. GROW 2.0 brings together decades of academic excellence, global alumni leadership, and vibrant student minds in its grand auditoriums.

Musheerabad, Secunderabad GMC Alumni Medical Education Society

Leadership & Committees

Led by distinguished medical luminaries, professors, and esteemed members from the Global Alumni & GMCAA dedicated to mentoring future clinician-scientists.

Chief Patron
Dr. K Indira
Chief Patron
Dr. T Usha Rani
Chairman
Dr. Sharma Prabhakar
Vice Chairman
Dr. Sudhaker Rao
Secretary
Dr. Sunny Davis Ayyala
Patron
Dr. Chandrashekhar
Patron
Dr. Rajaram
Patron
Dr. Nagamohan
Patron
Dr. Sumit
Global Alumni & GMCAA
Dr. Ch. Chandrashekhar
Global Alumni & GMCAA
Dr. G. R. Lingamurthy
Global Alumni & GMCAA
Dr. Kalyan Kadali
Global Alumni & GMCAA
Dr. Murali Krishna Rao
Global Alumni & GMCAA
Dr. Indrashekhar
Global Alumni & GMCAA
Dr. Prahlad
Global Alumni & GMCAA
Dr. Kishore Kumar
Global Alumni & GMCAA
Dr. Karthik Nagula
Faculty Committee
Dr. Ramadevi
Faculty Committee
Dr. Umaaheshwar Raju
Faculty Committee
Dr. Sudharani
Faculty Committee
Dr. Srinivas
Faculty Committee
Dr. Shobha
Faculty Committee
Dr. Vijayashekar Reddy
Faculty Committee
Dr. Muralidhar Rao
Faculty Committee
Dr. Thirupathi Rao
Faculty Committee
Dr. Sunitha
Faculty Committee
Dr. Shirisha
Faculty Committee
Dr. Raja

Registration Details & Fees

Take advantage of Early Bird pricing valid upto 15 January 2027. All registered delegates receive full conference access, kit, refreshments, orientation session, and certificate.

Undergraduates

For undergraduate MBBS and medical students

Early Bird (Upto 15 Jan 2027)
₹750/-
Regular Fee: ₹ 1,000/- (Save 25%)
Register as Undergraduate

Postgraduates

For MD, MS, DNB trainees, residents and clinical fellows

Early Bird (Upto 15 Jan 2027)
₹1,500/-
Regular Fee: ₹ 2,000/- (Save 25%)
Register as Postgraduate

Faculty

For professors, consultants, researchers & academicians

Early Bird (Upto 15 Jan 2027)
₹2,250/-
Regular Fee: ₹ 3,000/- (Save 25%)
Register as Faculty
For institutional group bookings, medical college delegations, or inquiries, contact the secretariat at xxxx@gmcgrow.com.

Prize Money & Awards

Recognizing exemplary medical research with cash honorariums, medals, and academic commendations across both Undergraduate and Postgraduate categories.

Undergraduate Presentation

Original Oral Research Papers (UG / MBBS)

1 First Prize
₹ 12,000/-
2 Second Prize
₹ 8,000/-
3 Third Prize
₹ 4,000/-

Postgraduate Presentation

Original Clinical Research & Dissertations (MD / MS / DNB)

1 First Prize
₹ 20,000/-
2 Second Prize
₹ 12,000/-
3 Third Prize
₹ 8,000/-

Undergraduate Poster

Scientific Poster & Case Series (UG / MBBS)

1 First Prize
₹ 6,000/-
2 Second Prize
₹ 4,000/-
3 Third Prize
₹ 2,000/-

Postgraduate Poster

E-Poster & Clinical Innovation Displays (PG)

1 First Prize
₹ 10,000/-
2 Second Prize
₹ 6,000/-
3 Third Prize
₹ 4,000/-

All Accepted Abstracts Receive Recognition

Every verified original abstract accepted by the scientific review committee for oral paper or poster presentation at GROW 2.0 will receive monetary honorariums and an official Certificate of Research Merit from Gandhi Medical College & GMCAA.

Pre-Conference Milestone

Orientation Session: 17 January 2027

Join our faculty experts and global mentors for a live orientation workshop covering research protocol formulation, ethics committee clearance, abstract drafting, and presentation techniques to prepare you for victory at GROW 2.0.

Free for Registered Delegates
Sunday, 17 Jan 2027

Conference Venue

GROW 2.0 will be convened at Gandhi Medical College, conveniently situated in the heart of Secunderabad with state-of-the-art auditoriums and academic facilities.

Grand Auditorium & Seminar Complexes

Gandhi Medical College

Musheerabad Main Road, Beside Padmarao Nagar, Secunderabad, Hyderabad, Telangana 500003, India.

  • Metro Connectivity: Walking distance from Musheerabad & Gandhi Hospital Metro Stations.
  • Railway: 3.5 km from Secunderabad Railway Station; 7 km from Hyderabad Deccan (Nampally).
  • Airport: ~35 km from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (Shamshabad) with express cab connectivity.
  • Parking: Dedicated on-campus delegate parking available.