About Us

The Students' Scientific Society at the Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune, is a vibrant student-led organization dedicated to fostering a spirit of scientific inquiry, innovation, and research excellence among undergraduate and postgraduate students. Established with the vision of nurturing future physician-scientists and medical leaders, the society serves as a platform for budding minds to explore, engage, and contribute to the world of medical science beyond the traditional curriculum.

Through a variety of academic events, workshops, conferences, journal clubs, and research initiatives, the society encourages students to develop critical thinking, research methodology skills, and scientific communication abilities. Members have consistently excelled at national and international forums, upholding AFMC’s tradition of academic brilliance. The society also plays a pivotal role in organizing Illuminati, AFMC’s national undergraduate medical conference, providing students across India a platform to showcase their research and clinical acumen.

Driven by curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence, the Students' Scientific Society stands at the forefront of cultivating a research culture that empowers the medical leaders of tomorrow.

Vision

To cultivate a vibrant culture of scientific inquiry, innovation, and academic excellence among medical students, empowering them to become future leaders in research, clinical practice, and healthcare advancement. The Students' Scientific Society at AFMC envisions inspiring curiosity, fostering critical thinking, and promoting meaningful contributions to the scientific community at national and global levels.

Mission

The mission of the Students' Scientific Society at AFMC is to provide a platform that nurtures scientific temper, research skills, and academic curiosity among students. Through organizing conferences, workshops, research mentorship, and scholarly activities, the Society aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and inspiration to pursue excellence in research and clinical practice. We strive to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world medical challenges, fostering a generation of healthcare professionals who are not only skilled clinicians but also passionate innovators and contributors to the advancement of medical science.

OUR MENTORS

Lt Gen Pankaj P Rao

Director and Commandant
Armed Forces Medical College

Maj Gen Giriraj Singh

Dean and Deputy Commandant
Armed Forces Medical College

Brig Sumar Kumar Pramanik

Professor and Head of the Department
Department of Internal Medicine
Armed Forces Medical College

Officer-in-Charge

Col Y Uday

Professor, Department of Internal Medicine
Armed Forces Medical College

Student Secretary