The Health Research Department at the Nagaland Institute of Science & Technology (NIST) focuses on addressing key health challenges in Nagaland through targeted research and community engagement. Its programmes include a comprehensive Cancer Study aimed at understanding local cancer patterns, risk factors, and promoting early detection and awareness. Additionally, the department conducts Multidisciplinary Disease Studies to investigate a wide range of health issues—such as infectious diseases, lifestyle disorders, and nutritional deficiencies—by integrating expertise from various scientific fields to develop holistic, locally relevant solutions.

Alongside research, NIST actively organizes health awareness camps across rural and urban areas to educate communities about prevention, hygiene, and nutrition. These camps are coupled with studies on the prevalence of locally common diseases, providing vital data that helps shape effective public health strategies. Through these combined efforts, the Health Research Department aims to improve healthcare outcomes and foster sustainable health development tailored to the unique needs of Nagaland’s population.