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Birkirkara, Malta – March 10, 2025
IHRI and SACTEM Unite to Elevate Emergency Medicine and Prehospital Care.
Birkirkara, Malta – March 10, 2025 – The International Health Research Institute (IHRI) and the Society of Acute Care, Trauma and Emergency Medicine (SACTEM SOCIETY) have officially entered a collaborative partnership, solidified by a signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This pivotal alliance signifies a shared commitment to drive advancements in education, research, and innovation within emergency medicine and prehospital care.
“We are proud to announce a groundbreaking collaboration aimed at advancing the field of emergency medicine, enhancing patient care, and supporting the vital work of emergency healthcare professionals,” stated Lokendra Gupta, SACTEM President.
This new partnership brings together the expertise, resources, and advocacy of both organizations to address the critical challenges facing emergency medical services today. The collaboration will focus on improving patient outcomes, optimizing emergency department operations, enhancing educational opportunities for healthcare providers, and advocating for policy changes that support the sustainability of emergency medical systems.
“We are excited to partner with SACTEM to advance our shared goals in pre-hospital care and emergency medicine. This collaboration will allow us to combine our expertise and resources to make a meaningful impact on healthcare delivery.” Ms. Nicole Foster, Director & VP at IHRI. “
- The core objectives of this partnership include:
- Knowledge and Expertise Exchange: Facilitating the sharing of best practices and cutting-edge research to improve patient outcomes.
- Joint Project Development: Collaborating on innovative projects addressing
critical emergency and pre-hospital care challenges. - Practical Training and Capacity Building: Enhancing the skills and capabilities of healthcare professionals through joint training initiatives.
By leveraging their strengths, IHRI and SACTEM aim to elevate the standard of emergency care and pre-hospital services, ultimately improving the health and well-being of communities in India and worldwide.
Stay informed about the progress of this dynamic partnership by following IHRI and SACTEM on their respective social media channels.

Birkirkara, Malta – Feb 05, 2025
IHRI and Counter Terrorism Medicine-Europe Research Project form Strategic Collaboration to Advance Counter-Terrorism Medicine.
The International Health Research Institute (IHRI), a leading provider of healthcare education based in Malta, and the Counter Terrorism Medicine-Europe Research Project, focused on the standardization, preparedness, and response in terror-related mass casualty incidents in Europe, today announced a strategic collaboration to advance the field of counter-terrorism medicine.
This partnership aims to enhance research impact, improve education quality, and develop innovative healthcare solutions in the critical area of mass casualty incident response. By combining IHRI’s expertise in healthcare education with the Research Project’s specialized knowledge in counter-terrorism medicine, the collaboration will foster the development of a novel medical discipline.
The collaboration will focus on several key objectives, including:
- Joint Development and Delivery of Educational Programs: Integrating research findings into innovative curricula to educate future healthcare professionals.
- Collaborative Research Projects: Addressing critical healthcare challenges related to terror-related mass casualty incidents.
- Student Placements and Internships: Facilitating practical experience at the Research Project.
- Joint Workshops, Seminars, and Conferences: Organizing events to disseminate knowledge and promote discussion on relevant topics.
- Curriculum and Framework Development: Building the foundation for future academic programs in counter-terrorism medicine.
To ensure the success of this collaboration, the parties will:
- Establish a joint steering committee to oversee and guide the partnership.
- Develop and implement a joint research agenda.
- Exchange research data and publications.
- Co-supervise student research projects.
“We are thrilled to partner with the CTM-e Research Project, to advance the critical field of counter-terrorism medicine,” said N. Foster VP IHRI this collaboration aligns with IHRI’s commitment to driving innovation and excellence in healthcare education and research.”
This partnership represents a significant step forward in the development of counter-terrorism medicine as a recognized medical discipline, ensuring that healthcare professionals are better prepared to respond to mass casualty incidents.

