4th National Conference

4th National Conference on Emerging Trends and Methodologies in Nursing Research IQ City Institute of Nursing Sciences (IQINS) successfully organized the 4th National Conference on “Emerging Trends and Methodologies in Nursing Research: An Exploration, Possibility and Application in Health Care” on 22nd August 2026. The conference witnessed enthusiastic participation from across the country, with 242 delegates, including 30 faculty members and 212 students, representing various institutions, hospitals, and organizations. The inaugural ceremony featured a prayer song, welcome dance, keynote address by Dr. B. Camala, Principal, IQINS, and the traditional lamp-lighting ceremony. Dr. Manthan D. Janodia, Registrar, Academics, IQ City Foundation, delivered the special address, while Dr. Arindhom Banerjee, Principal, IQ City Medical College, addressed the gathering. The Chief Guest, Dr. Jaeny Kemp, Former Vice-President, South Region, TNAI, New Delhi, emphasized the growing significance of modern nursing research. The scientific sessions featured eminent resource persons, including Dr. Uma Athikari, Dr. Yayathee Subbarayalu, Ms. M. Meenakshi, Dr. Jaeny Kemp, Dr. Manthan D. Janodia, and Prof. Dr. Helen Mariadoss, covering contemporary themes such as Mixed Methods Research, AI-integrated data collection and statistical tools, Research Synthesis, Proposal Development and Funding, Ethical Considerations, and Interdisciplinary Nursing Research. The valedictory session included participant feedback and certificate distribution by Dr. Jaeny Kemp and Dr. B. Camala. The conference received overwhelmingly positive feedback and served as a valuable platform for knowledge sharing, professional networking, and exploring emerging possibilities in nursing research. The programme concluded with the vote of thanks by Dr. Binu Xavier, Professor, IQINS.