Research Cluster Overview

Research Cluster: Life-Centricity, Health, and Wellbeing
Topic: Technology and Well-being Innovation
Theme:

• Leverages technology to support universal healthcare and disease prevention.
• Contributes to economic development through digital health industries.
• Addresses SDG 3 by improving healthcare systems, preventive care, and mental health.
• Supports inclusive industrialization and innovation via digital health solutions.
• Improves healthcare access for underserved populations across regions.

Overview: This cluster focuses on leveraging advanced technologies to enhance human health and overall well-being. It integrates tools like AI, wearables, and telemedicine to improve access and delivery. It supports early diagnosis, personalized medicine, and preventive care. Mental health innovations such as digital therapeutics and virtual platforms are explored. Inclusivity and equitable health access are core priorities, along with interdisciplinary collaboration among experts for long-term impact.

Expected Outcomes

• Identify advancements such as AI, wearables, and telemedicine in health improvement.
• Explain the contribution of technology to access, efficiency, and quality of healthcare and mental health.
• Utilize technological knowledge to design interventions addressing disparities in healthcare.
• Examine the impact of tools like wearables and AI across health domains.
• Assess effectiveness and sustainability of tech-driven health innovations.

Current Projects

• Gaming addiction and intervention – Dr. Pooja V.
• Parenting and Adolescents behavior – Dr. Alka R.
• Research methods – Mr. Hunny
• Neuropsychology – Mr. Ashwin S.
• Health and well-being – Dr. Jeena
• Health and well-being – Dr. Rachel
• Neuropsychology – Dr. Nagalakshmi

Faculty Details & CVs

Lead Faculty: Dr. Pooja Varma
Designation: Associate Professor
Department: Psychology
Location: Bangalore
Contact: 9739006135
Email: v.pooja@jainuniversity.ac.in

Faculty Members:
Dr. Pooja V. — CV
Dr. Alka R. — CV
Dr. Nagalakshmi — CV
Mr. Ashwin — CV
Mr. Hunny Kalra — CV
Dr. Jeena — CV
Dr. Rachel — CV

Collaborating Opportunities

Internal: School of Humanities and Social Sciences
External: Nil
Other Collaborations: Nil