Overview

Department of Pharmaceutics

The Department of Pharmaceutics collaborates with other research divisions within the Faculty of Pharmacy and various research centers, offering comprehensive formulation development services for the commercialization of pre-approved active pharmaceutical ingredients, new molecular entities, drug products, and innovative excipients. Key focus areas include:

  • Pre-formulation Characterization: Detailed analysis of physical and chemical properties of drug substances.
  • Solubility Enhancement Techniques: Methods to improve the solubility and bioavailability of poorly soluble drugs.
  • Modification of Conventional Dosage Forms: Innovations in traditional dosage forms to improve efficacy and patient compliance.
  • Advanced Drug Delivery Systems: Development of multiparticulate, ocular, and transdermal drug delivery systems.
  • Polymer Technology and Nano-Pharmaceuticals: Utilization of polymers and nanotechnology in drug formulation.
  • Nutraceuticals and Dental Preparations: Formulation of health supplements and dental care products.
  • PKPD Studies: Pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic studies to understand drug behaviour in the body.
  • Quality by Design (QbD): Application of QbD principles for formulation optimization.
  • Long-Term Stability Testing: Ensuring the stability and shelf-life of drug products.
  • Development of New Technologies: Creating innovative technologies for drug commercialization.

Department of Pharmacology

The Department of Pharmacology focuses on crucial research areas to advance the understanding and development of pharmacological compounds. Key focus areas include:

  • Preclinical Studies for Novel Molecules: Comprehensive evaluations of new pharmacological compounds for efficacy and safety.
  • Isolation of Phytoconstituents and Green Synthesis of Nanoparticles: Eco-friendly isolation of natural compounds and synthesis of nanoparticles.
  • Focused Research Activities:
    • Antidiabetic Research
    • Anticancer Research
    • Hepatoprotective Studies
    • Adrenal Steroidogenesis
    • Neuro-Pharmacology
    • Pharmacokinetic Studies
  • Zebrafish Models: Utilizing zebrafish models for efficient screening of novel compounds.
  • Collaborative Research: Engaging in inter and intradisciplinary research to foster innovation.

Department of Pharmacy Practice

The Department of Pharmacy Practice enhances healthcare services through diverse activities. Key focus areas include:

  • Online Drug Information Centre: Providing updated drug information to healthcare providers and the community.
  • Adverse Drug Reaction Monitoring Centre (AMC)
  • Medical Device Monitoring Centre (MDMC)
  • ISPOR Unit: Health economics and outcomes research.
  • Clinical Trials: Conducting and managing clinical research.
  • Antibiotic Stewardship: Promoting responsible use of antibiotics.
  • Ambulatory Patient Care Centre: Delivering outpatient care services.
  • Insulin Audit in the Diabetic Clinic
  • Peer Learning and Skill Teaching: Continuous learning and professional development.
  • Outcome-Based Internship: Practical, outcome-oriented experiences for students.
  • Hospital Collaboration (MoU) and Lateral Posting: Strengthening ties with hospitals through formal collaborations and placements.
  • Learn & Earn Program: Exposure to clinical trial center functioning and earning opportunities for students.

Department of Pharmacognosy

The Department of Pharmacognosy focuses on the discovery of new drugs from natural sources through cutting-edge research. Key focus areas include:

  • Phytochemistry and Bioactive Compound Isolation: Extracting and identifying active compounds from plants.
  • Herbal Drug Standardization and Quality Control: Ensuring the quality and consistency of herbal medicines.
  • Ethnopharmacology and Traditional Medicine: Studying traditional medicinal practices and their pharmacological bases.
  • Pharmacological Evaluation of Medicinal Plants: Testing the efficacy of medicinal plants.
  • Biotechnological Approaches in Medicinal Plant Research: Applying biotechnology in the study of medicinal plants.

Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Analysis

The Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Analysis is involved in advanced chemical and analytical research. Key focus areas include:

  • QSAR Studies: Quantitative structure-activity relationship studies.
  • Docking Studies: Computational modeling of molecular interactions.
  • Heterocyclic Molecules: Design, synthesis, and spectral studies of heterocyclic compounds.
  • Novel Method Developments by Chiral Chromatography: Development of new methods using chiral chromatography.
  • Novel HPLC and GC Method Developments: High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Gas Chromatography (GC) method development and forced degradation studies.

 

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