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Faculty of Pharmacy

Department of Pharmacognosy

Overview

The Department of Pharmacognosy focuses on the scientific study of medicinal plants, natural
products, and bioactive compounds used in healthcare and pharmaceutical development. The
department provides students with knowledge of natural drug sources, phytochemistry, herbal
therapeutics, and modern applications of plant-based medicines. It combines traditional
medicinal knowledge with contemporary scientific approaches to support innovation in
pharmaceutical sciences.

Vision

To become a distinguished academic and research center in natural product sciences by
promoting innovation, scientific exploration, and sustainable healthcare solutions through
medicinal resources.

Mission

To deliver quality education and research opportunities in medicinal plant sciences while
preparing graduates to contribute to pharmaceutical development, healthcare advancement, and
evidence-based herbal medicine.

Objectives

  •  Develop understanding of medicinal plant identification and evaluation.
  •  Promote scientific knowledge of natural drug resources.
  •  Strengthen competencies in herbal medicine and phytotherapy.
  •  Encourage research in natural product discovery.
  •  Support sustainable utilization of medicinal resources.

Core Academic Areas

 Pharmacognosy  Medicinal Plant Sciences  Phytochemistry  Herbal Drug Technology  Natural Product Chemistry  Traditional & Complementary Medicines  Pharmacological Evaluation of Natural Products  Plant-Based Drug Discovery

Major Activities

  •  Medicinal plant identification and classification
  •  Herbarium and botanical studies
  •  Extraction and isolation practicals
  •  Phytochemical screening techniques
  •  Research projects and scientific presentations
  •  Field visits and natural resource exploration

Research & Innovation Focus

  • The department promotes research in:
  •  Discovery of bioactive natural compounds
  •  Herbal formulation development
  •  Standardization of herbal medicines
  •  Natural product quality assurance
  •  Sustainable medicinal plant utilization

Future Direction

The Department aims to establish advanced phytochemistry laboratories, strengthen
collaboration with pharmaceutical and herbal industries, integrate biotechnology and natural
product innovation, and promote globally competitive education in medicinal plant sciences.

Quick Info
Faculty Faculty of Pharmacy
Department Department of Pharmacognosy
Program Pharm-D (5 Years)
Learning Outcomes
  • Graduates will be able to:
  •  Identify and evaluate medicinal plants scientifically.
  •  Understand natural sources of therapeutic agents.
  •  Conduct phytochemical and herbal investigations.
  •  Apply evidence-based approaches to herbal medicine.
  •  Integrate traditional and modern pharmaceutical knowledge.
Career Opportunities
  • Graduates may pursue careers in:
  •  Herbal & Natural Product Industry
  •  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
  •  Research & Development
  •  Quality Assurance & Quality Control
  •  Regulatory Affairs
  •  Academia & Scientific Research
  •  Healthcare & Nutraceutical Sectors
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