Currently, the medical world is built on the triad of education, science and healthcare. Research for the sake of research is of no use; it must have practical applications and deliver concrete results.
In this regard, translational medicine, which emphasizes the rapid transfer of theoretical developments into practical applications, will play a leading role in the development of biomedicine over the coming decades. Translational medicine focuses on identifying optimal mechanisms for implementing the most significant achievements of fundamental science into clinical practice to address pressing issues in clinical and preventive medicine as quickly as possible.
With this goal in mind, an educational component on "Translational Medicine" has been introduced into the educational and scientific training programs for PhD students at Poltava State Medical University. This initiative, spearheaded by the program guarantor for "Medicine," Professor Ihor Kaidashev, and Associate Professor Oksana Borzykh, Head of the Department of Internal Medicine No. 3 with Phthisiology, reflects the importance of translational approaches.
The educational component is designed for a broad audience of young researchers, including PhD students in medicine, dentistry, and pediatrics. Additionally, the course is available to all interested individuals via the university's educational platform. The course places particular emphasis on advanced methods for applying new knowledge in clinical practice and translating clinical observations and questions into scientific hypotheses for testing in clinical settings.
The course aligns with the vision of the European scientific community, which defines translational medicine as "an interdisciplinary branch of the biomedical field supported by three main pillars: around the doctor’s office, at the patient’s bedside, and within the community."
To discuss cutting-edge biomedical research within the scientific community, Associate Professor Oksana Borzykh organized a dual lecture featuring Professor Bhanu Panwar, a leading expert in the impact of heavy metals and environmental factors on human health. Professor Panwar, renowned worldwide for his expertise in soil and environmental sciences (CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar, India), delivered a lecture on the problem of hazardous heavy metals in soils and their remediation.
The lecture explored topics such as soil contamination, risk assessment methodologies, and phytoremediation technologies. Professor Panwar’s insights sparked lively discussions among postgraduate students and faculty, with particular interest in strategies to prevent the harmful effects of heavy metals on human health, taking into account the latest advancements in this field.
This format of studying specific sections or topics within postgraduate programs is exceptionally informative and effective. It promotes international collaboration, the exchange of experiences with prominent scientists, integration into the global scientific community, and the enhancement of English-language scientific communication skills.
We extend our gratitude to our esteemed guest for his inspiring lecture and to the organizers for providing young scientists with the opportunity to connect with the international scientific community!