A guest lecture on “Understanding the Research Process” was conducted on 27^th August 2022,organized by the Department of Pharmacology. The session was delivered by Dr. Hema Ramamurthi, Research Associate in the Department of Epidemiology, Bloomberg School of Public Health, Johns Hopkins University, USA. The lecture provided participants with a comprehensive overview of the essential stages in conducting research, from conceptualization to execution. It offered valuable insights into effective research design, methodology, and analysis, equipping attendees with practical knowledge for their academic and scientific pursuits. The event was organized by the Department of Pharmacology with Organising Chairperson Dr. Sumathi Jones.