Jaipur, Rajasthan: The Nims Sushma Innovation and Incubation Center (NSIIC) at NIMS University Rajasthan successfully organized The Innovation Showcase – INNOVATE, SUSTAIN, HEAL: A Future for Healthcare on 3rd February 2025 at the NIMS & R campus. The event brought together students, mentors, and healthcare innovators in a vibrant display of ideas aimed at building a more sustainable and resilient healthcare future.
The showcase empowered 14 student teams, involving 35 students (16 female and 19 male), mentored by 8 faculty members, to present innovative concepts, prototypes, and design solutions. With themes ranging from biodegradable nanomedicine to smart pill dispensers and eco-conscious hospital frameworks, the event celebrated the power of youth-driven healthcare innovation.
Purpose and Format
The initiative aimed to nurture design thinking and practical innovation in healthcare through hands-on exploration and interdisciplinary teamwork. Projects were evaluated based on their creativity, feasibility, sustainability, and potential real-world impact.
Judging & Evaluation
A respected jury of academic leaders used a structured rubric based on nine critical evaluation parameters, including innovation, feasibility, sustainability, and user experience. Each criterion followed a 5-point scale, ensuring fair, transparent, and detailed feedback.
Panel of Judges
- Dr. Sunil Bhatnagar – Pro Vice-Chancellor, NIMS University Rajasthan
- Dr. Mukesh Tiwari – Principal, NIMS Institute of Medical Sciences and Research
- Dr. Hemant Garg – Director, NIMS Institute of Pharmacy
Highlighted Projects Included:
- Biodegradable Nanomedicine: Smart, Precise, and Zero Waste
- Medical Vending Machines
- Laser-Integrated Smart Pill Box
- Eco-Friendly Hospitals
- Care Transfer Beds
- Sustainability in Healthcare
- Project Bhagwan
The event saw enthusiastic support from various departments, with faculty mentors playing a key role in shaping the final project presentations.
Vision of Prof. (Dr.) Balvir S. Tomar
Founder and Chancellor, NIMS University Rajasthan
“At NIMS University, we believe that the future of education lies not just in imparting knowledge but in igniting innovation with purpose. The Innovation Showcase reflects our unwavering commitment to nurturing a generation of thinkers, doers, and healers who are prepared to tackle the most urgent challenges in healthcare and beyond.
Our aim is to build a culture where creativity, sustainability, and compassion converge—where students are not just job-seekers but solution-creators. Through platforms like the Nims Sushma Innovation and Incubation Center (NSIIC), we are empowering young minds to convert their ideas into action, ensuring they are future-ready, industry-aligned, and socially conscious.
Healthcare is at a turning point—and so is education. Together, we must reimagine both. This is not just about projects; it’s about shaping a healthier, more equitable world through innovation and impact.”
About NIMS University Rajasthan
NIMS University Rajasthan, located in Jaipur, is one of India’s premier universities, committed to excellence in education, innovation, and research. Established with the vision of transforming society through high-quality, inclusive learning, the university offers multidisciplinary programs across medicine, engineering, management, pharmacy, law, and more.
With a strong emphasis on sustainability, healthcare, and digital transformation, NIMS University has been a driving force in aligning academic pursuits with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through initiatives “1 Mission, 1 Goal, 1 Month” campaign, NIMS actively cultivates innovation, entrepreneurship, and future-readiness among students.
