The Nagaland Institute of Science & Technology (NIST) is actively engaged in a diverse portfolio of health research projects addressing priority health issues relevant to Nagaland and the North-East region. The research activities encompass cancer research, infectious diseases, molecular epidemiology, artificial intelligence-based diagnostics, public health interventions, and translational biomedical research. Supported by national funding agencies and undertaken in collaboration with leading research institutions across the country, these projects aim to generate scientific evidence and develop innovative solutions for disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Through laboratory investigations, field-based studies, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaborations, NIST continues to contribute towards advancing healthcare research and improving public health outcomes across the region.