OUR PROJECTS
Advancing Breast Cancer Research Together
The Institute of Breast Disease Kolkata is a non-profit organization dedicated to transforming breast cancer care through innovation, education, and collaboration. Our research projects focus on early detection, treatment improvements, and patient-centered care, addressing the unique challenges of breast cancer in India and beyond.
Most of our studies have been self-funded, driven by our commitment to finding cost-effective and impactful solutions. However, some research requires substantial funding, and to bridge this gap, we have introduced an innovative crowdfunding model where you can contribute any amount towards a project of your choice.
WHY SUPPORT US?
Pioneering Research
Our groundbreaking work, including the Das’s Classification of Langer’s Arch, the Kolkata Mastalgia Chart, and the Sampurna Simulation Model, has been widely recognized and presented at global cancer conferences.
De-Patented for Society
Unlike conventional institutions, we have de-patented our innovations, making them freely available to benefit patients worldwide.
Transparent & Impactful Donations
You can donate project-wise, ensuring your support directly fuels research that aligns with your vision for better breast cancer care.
*Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference. If you wish to support our mission, donate now and be part of a movement that is shaping the future of breast cancer care.
| Serial Number | Project ID | Project Title | Status | Participate / Fund |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | IBDK 24-01 | Langers arch , revisited ( project completed- see publication): This study innovated ‘ Das’s Classification of Langers Arch | Completed | Published |
| 2 | IBDK 24-02 | Development of Novel Mastalgia recording Chart ( Project completed — Published ) : This study innovated ‘ Kolkata Mastalgia Chart”. | Completed | Published |
| 3 | IBDK 24-03 | Implementation of ‘Kolkata Mastalgia Chart’ : Real world experiences | Ongoing | Join as Investigator |
| 4 | IBDK 24- 04 | Oncoplasty for Central Quadrant Cancers : Project completed: This study innovated- ‘ Reverse Bay of Bengal’ flap - Das’s flap for central quadrant breast cancers . | Completed | Published |
| 5 | IBDK 24- 05 | Supercharged Bilobed Flap for Breast reconstruction. Project completed. Sent for publication | Completed | Published |
| 6 | IBDK 24- 06 | Project LIFE- Detect (LEARNING INITIATIVE FOR EARLY DETECTION) for AYUSH DOCTORS – An Institute of Breast Disease and ECHO initiative | Ongoing | Participate |
| 7 | IBDK 24- 07 | IBDK 24-07 : SOP Breast 1 study : Gap Analysis in Breast Cancer Management in Eastern India . | Completed | Presented at UICC International Cancer Congress |
| 8 | IBDK 24- 08 | IBDK 24-07: Study of factors influencing treatment completion rate of breast cancer patients undergoing treatment at a tertiary cancer hospital with curative intent. | Completed | Work being presented at UICC International Cancer Congress . |
| 9 | IBDK 24- 09 | IBDK 24-09: Routine Systematic Cavity shaving during Breast Conservation Surgery as an alternative to frozen section in LMICS . | Completed | Accepted for presentation at St Galen International Breast Cancer Conference, Vienna , Austria 2025. |
| 10 | IBDK 24- 10 | IBDK 24 -10 : SOP Breast 2 Study : Effect of inclusion of ‘IS MDT done?’ Question in WHO checklist and breast cancer management decision change in Tertiary care hospitals . | Phase 1 : Completed | Accepted for presentation at St Galen International Breast Cancer Conference 2025 at Vienna , Austria. |
| 11 | IBDK 24- 11 | IBDK 24-11: SOP Breast 2 Study : Effect of inclusion of ‘IS MDT done?’ Question in WHO checklist and breast cancer management decision change in Tertiary care hospitals . Project Status : Phase 2 : Ongoing . Participate as an Investigator. | Phase 2 : Ongoing | Participate as Investigator |
| 12 | IBDK 24- 12 | IBDK 24-12 : Sampurna: A Novel Simulation Model for Educating Remote Healthcare Workers in Early Breast Cancer Detection. | Completed | Selected as top 20 surgical Innovations in DIY category by American College of Surgeons, Chicago. |
| 13 | IBDK 24- 13 | IBDK 24- 13 : The Role of State-Sponsored Health Insurance Schemes in Enhancing Treatment Completion Rates Breast Cancers in Low- and Middle-Income Countries. | Completed | Accepted for presentation at St Galen International Breast Cancer Conference 2025 at Vienna , Austria. |
| 14 | IBDK 25 -01 | IBDK 25 -01 : BEAT: Breast Cancer Risk Factors Evaluation and Assessment for Targeted Screening in Eastern India | Submitted to EC | Fund this project |
| 15 | IBDK 25 -02 | IBDK 25-02 : ME App Study ( Mammary Evaluation and Mammatrack) Incubator: Institute of Breast Disease Kolkata and IIIT Guwahati | Ongoing | Install ME app Mail us : instituteofbreastdisease@gmail.com |
| 16 | IBDK 25 -03 | IBDK 25 -03: Study of role of Augmented Reality in Clinical Breast Examination. | Pre-submission | Fund this project |
| 17 | IBDK 25 -04 | IBDK 25-04: TIBI project (Towards Improving Breast Cancer Care in India) Joint project in association with Institutes of Breast Disease, Kolkata and National Breast Imaging Academy, United Kingdom | Ongoing | Participate |
| 18 | IBDK 25 -05 | IBDK 25- 05: Development of Self Check Modules to improve early detection of breast cancer, exploring role of AI. Joint project with ArrowsUp Innovations. | Presubmission | Fund this project |
| 19 | IBDK 25 -06 | IBDK 25- 06 : App based Training of Rural Health Practitioners: Impact on early detection. | Submitted to EC | Fund this project |
| 20 | IBDK 25 -07 | IBDK 25-07 : Metaanalysis of Risk factors of Breast Cancer in India , Exploring Risk stratification strategies with special reference to Gail’s Model . | Presubmission | Fund this project |
| 21 | IBDK 25 -08 | IBDK 25-08 : Project Nevigation after Biopsy : Role of survivors in New Patient navigation . | Presubmission | Fund this project |
| 22 | IBDK 25 -09 | IBDK 25- 09 : Project Ptosis : Exploring Ptosis Classification. Status : Completed. This study innovated Comprehensive Breast Ptosis Classification (CBPC): A Novel Dual-Parameter System for Objective Grading of Breast Sagging . | Completed | Sent for publication |
| 23 | IBDK 25 -10 | IBDK 25-10 : CBPC based Oncoplasty planning . | Ongoing | Participate as Investigator |
| 24 | IBDK 25 -11 | IBDK 25 -11: Unraveling the genetic variant spectrum of Her2 low and Her2, 0 Breast cancers in West Bengal. PI: Dr Indranil Dey, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Cancer Hospital. Submitted as ICMR CAR Project. | Pre-Funding | ICMR CAR project |
| 25 | IBDK 25 -12 | IBDK 25 -12: AXILLA Study : AX illary I ntervention : L lymphatic mapping followed by L ymphovenous A anastomosis | Ongoing | Fund this project |
| 26 | IBDK 25 -13 | IBDK 25- 13 : Meta-analysis of Gaps in Modern Cancer care Delivery in India . | Presubmission | Fund this project |
| 27 | IBDK 25 -14 | IBDK 25-14: Chemocare App Development project Joint project with IIIT , Guwahati | Ongoing | Joint project with IIIT |
| 28 | IBDK 25 -15 | IBDK 25 -15: Development of Online App for Palliative Care Delivery : Feasibility Study . | Presubmission | Fund this project |