Our Story
The Daedalus Research Initiative (DRI) is a mentorship-driven research platform founded in December 2022 by Dr. Arun Nair. Established with the vision to democratize access to high-quality literature-based research, DRI provides strategic academic support for international medical graduates, US medical students, and residents. We bridge the gap between clinical practice and scholarly excellence, fostering a community of ethical, transparent, and merit-based research across the globe.
Our Mission
Knowledge Sharing
Democratizing access to high-quality literature-based research through structured guidance and academic resources for medical graduates.
Community Building
Fostering a robust global network where residents and medical students thrive through intentional mentorship and peer collaboration.
Ethical Research
Championing merit-based opportunities and transparent academic practices to uphold the highest standards of academic integrity.
Leading the Initiative
Dr. Arun Nair
Founder & Director
Founder and Director of Daedalus Research Initiative, Dr. Nair is a visionary dedicated to democratizing access to high-quality academic research. Since founding the initiative in 2022, he has mentored hundreds of medical graduates in mastering literature-based studies.
Ranya Parekh
CEO
As CEO, Ranya Parekh spearheads complex operations and leadership strategy at DRI. Her focus remains on building a transparent, merit-based community that upholds the highest ethical standards in research and medical collaboration.
Dr. Akanksha Ahuja
Head of OBGYN Research Projects
Dr. Ahuja leads specialized OBGYN research projects, mentoring students in clinical literature reviews and evidence-based methodologies. She is dedicated to advancing maternal health research through ethical and academic excellence.
Dr. Sneha Thaiparambil
Head of Pediatric Research Projects
With an extensive background in Maternal-Fetal Medicine research, Dr. Thaiparambil oversees the Pediatrics research department. She focuses on fostering collaborative environments for medical students to contribute to impactful clinical studies.
Dr. Akanksha Kumar
Publication and Editing Manager
Dr. Kumar manages the critical bridge between research completion and academic publication, ensuring all DRI outputs meet the highest editorial standards. She provides strategic guidance on manuscript preparation and transparency in documentation.
Dr. Keith Pappachen Mathew
Operations Lead
Dr. Mathew oversees the strategic operations and logistical frameworks of the Daedalus Research Initiative. He is committed to optimizing research workflows and fostering an efficient, mentor-led environment that drives global academic collaboration.