ICMR-Supported Multicentric Research Initiative

AI-Based Non-Invasive Anemia Detection in Pregnant Women

A multidisciplinary study developing deep learning-based models for anemia detection, severity assessment, and anemia classification using clinical images, peripheral blood smear images, and numeric laboratory data.

Funding and Research Support

project is supported through national research funding and multidisciplinary institutional collaboration.

Indian Council of Medical Research

Funding Agency

ICMR-Supported Research Initiative

ICMR supports this multidisciplinary and multicentric research initiative focused on AI-based non-invasive detection and analysis of anemia in pregnant women.

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ABOUT PROJECT

Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra (BIT Mesra)

Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra (BIT Mesra) is a proud collaborator in a prestigious national project supported by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). The initiative focuses on the development of an innovative digital framework to strengthen the early assessment of anemia in pregnant women, with the broader goal of improving maternal health services in India.

This project brings together experts in:

Healthcare and clinical sciences

Data science and computing

Public health and implementation research

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DEEP SCIENCE

Important Key Factors to Know

PROJECT

The project focus remains on accessibility, public health relevance, and long-term impact, particularly in areas with limited resources.

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COLLABORATORS

RIMS is responsible for project coordination, scientific oversight, institutional harmonization, and quality governance across all participating centers.

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BIT MESRA’S ROLE

BIT Mesra’s involvement ensures that the project remains technologically resilient, scientifically sound, and ready for real-world adoption.

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Non-Invasive Screening

Clinical images such as conjunctiva, tongue, nailbeds, and palms will be used to explore non-invasive anemia detection in pregnant women.

Multimodal Data

The study combines clinical images, peripheral blood smear images, and numeric laboratory data for deeper anemia analysis.

AI-Based Prediction

Deep learning models will support anemia detection, severity assessment, and anemia type classification.

Clinical Decision Support

The project aims to support future digital tools for timely screening, validation, and clinically meaningful anemia analysis.

BIT MESRA’S ROLE

BIT Mesra’s involvement ensures that the project remains technologically resilient, scientifically sound, and ready for real-world adoption.

Technical Expertise

Advanced computational support
Data science consultation
Oversight in digital solution development

Infrastructure Support

High-performance computing facilities
System integration and optimization

Platform Development

Contributions to web and mobile-based implementation
Support for long-term scalability and user-friendly design

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Collaboration

Collaborating Institutions

Jharkhand

• Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Ranchi
• Sadar Hospital, Ranchi
• Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra
• Shahid Nirmal Mahto Medical College, Dhanbad