Vision of the Department of Medical Research
Achieving a healthier nation through application of research findings
Aims of the Department of Medical Research
- To undertake research that contributes to the improvement of the health of the people of Myanmar
- To conduct research utilizing new scientific knowledge and technologies in solving health problems of Myanmar
- To improve scientific knowledge in the country by capacity building of resources,
introducing new technologies, providing research training and by promoting
research culture in academic institutions
- To contribute towards socioeconomic development of the country through appropriate medical research
Mission Statement of the Department of Medical Research
To develop and promote solutions to the major health problems of Myanmar
Missions of the Department of Medical Research
Mission Number 1
To investigate communicable diseases with emphasis on emerging and re-emerging
diseases affecting health of the people
Mission Number 2
To investigate non-communicable diseases affecting National Health
Mission Number 3
To investigate nutritional factors and life style changes affecting health
Mission Number 4
To strengthen research capacity through development of infrastructure and human
resources, necessary for medical research
Mission Number 5
To carry out health systems research highlighting effective and efficient health delivery
systems including reproductive health
Mission Number 6
To promote research on accidental, occupational, environmental and climatic factors
affecting human health
Mission Number 7
To carry out research on traditional medicine for safe and effective utilization within
the existing health care system
Mission Number 8
To promote research culture at medical and related health institutions and to provide
academic and technical training for post graduate students
Mission Number 9
To enhance technology development and analytical services applicable in the
diagnosis, management and control of common diseases or conditions
Department of Medical Research
Layout Plan
- Administrative Office and Socio-Medical Research Centre
- Central Biomedical Library and Auditorium
- Biomedical Research Centre
- Clinical Research Centre
- National Blood Research Centre & National Poison Control Centre
- Stores and Procurement Division
- Animal Services Division
- Staff Quarters
- Director-General’s Residence
- Vaccine Clinic
- Power Station
- Cervical Cancer Clinic
- Laboratory for Research on Communicable Diseases
- Administrative Building

*DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL RESEARCH EXECUTIVE BOARD AND EXPERT