CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow

The Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI) is a constituent laboratory of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) under the Department of Scientific & Industrial Research, Government of India, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India. The Institute is engaged in the development of drugs, diagnostics and process technologies in disease areas of national relevance to enable affordable healthcare. Since its inception in 1951, CDRI has made significant advancements in its mission, with 13 drugs and more than 80 process technologies licensed to industry. CSIR-CDRI is a unique biomedical research centre with strengths in basic and applied research. There are eight therapeutic areas in the Institute: Microbial Infections, Parasitic Infections, Viral Infections, Cancer, Metabolic Disorders, Bone and musculoskeletal disorders, Neurological Disorders and Reproductive Health. Scientists are engaged in cutting edge fundamental research, aimed at dissecting cellular, molecular and chemical processes underlying pathological conditions. In addition, scientists have access to the full gamut of expertise in drug discovery and early clinical development, including medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, pharmacokinetics and toxicology. This allows for a seamless translation from basic research into application. The Institute’s sizeable publication and patent portfolio, reflects this blend of research capabilities.