Patanjali Research Foundation signs MoU with Gautam Buddha University

Patanjali Research Foundation has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida, to strengthen the integration of India’s ancient knowledge systems with modern scientific research.

The collaboration is aimed at fostering academic, scientific, and research cooperation between the two institutions, besides facilitating the exchange of knowledge and resources. Also, it will advance scientific and clinical research in Ayurveda and related disciplines.

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This comes at a time when traditional healthcare systems are gaining global recognition, along with a rising demand for evidence-based health solutions.

The partnership leverages modern research techniques to scientifically validate Ayurvedic principles and seeks to establish India’s ancient medical knowledge as an integral part of the worldwide healthcare system. Also, it will advance the scientific validation and international acknowledgement of India’s traditional knowledge.

During his stay in Indonesia, Acharya Balkrishna stated that India’s traditional knowledge is far more than just a cultural heritage and serves as a scientific foundation for human welfare.

He noted that it is vital to validate Ayurveda and traditional Indian wisdom using modern scientific standards and make them accessible worldwide, especially in the current global scenario.

Further, he extended that the convergence of education, research, and innovation leads to sustainable solutions for society as well as the nation. The MoU looks forward to inspire young scientists, researchers, and students to pursue science and research rooted in India’s traditional knowledge systems while building a capacity to tackle urgent global health crisis.

Prof. Rana Pratap Singh, Vice-Chancellor of Gautam Buddha University, said the partnership will open a new opportunity for students, researchers, and faculty, besides enhancing academic collaboration and provide a vibrant platform for interdisciplinary work.

Moreover, he highlighted that this partnership will be especially important in the fields of traditional Indian medicine and biomedical research. The collaboration will promote high-quality research and innovation, ultimately benefiting a wide segment of society.

Dr. Anurag Varshney, Chief Scientist at Patanjali Research Foundation, emphasised foundation’s dedication towards evidence-based research and stated that Patanjali aims to establish the scientific credibility of Ayurveda and natural healthcare through research and its validation. Over time, the foundation has produced numerous impactful scientific studies that bolster Ayurveda’s global credibility and highlight its relevance in solving modern healthcare issues, he added.

The official mentioned that the MoU will foster new opportunities in research, education, and innovation. Key elements of the collaboration includes joint research projects, scholar exchange programs, scientific publications, and research training initiatives. He further expressed confidence that this partnership will establish a solid base for significant scientific progress and a valuable contribution to the society.

The partnership aims to foster academic excellence and scientific innovation, while also making meaningful contributions to global health and human well-being. Rooted in the enduring Indian philosophy of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam”, the world is one family, the partnership seeks to develop knowledge, innovations, and solutions that benefit humanity and strengthen India’s leadership in integrative, evidence-based healthcare research.

Also present on the occasion were Dean, Academics, Prof. Rajeev Varshney, and Dean, Planning and Research, Prof. S. Dhanalakshmi, from Gautam Buddha University, along with heads of various departments from Patanjali Research Foundation.