Department of Pharmacognosy

About

The Department of Pharmacognosy is dedicated to the study of medicinal plants and other natural sources used in healthcare. Students explore the botanical, chemical, and pharmacological properties of natural products, learning how these compounds have been used in traditional medicine and how they can be developed into modern pharmaceuticals.

They study the isolation, identification, and characterization of bioactive compounds from plants, fungi, and marine organisms. Pharmacognosy also covers the cultivation, harvesting, and processing of medicinal plants, ensuring sustainable and ethical sourcing of these valuable resources. Research within the department often involves screening natural products for novel drug candidates, investigating their mechanisms of action, and developing standardized herbal medicines.

Graduates can pursue careers in natural product research, herbal medicine development, quality control of herbal products, and regulatory affairs within the pharmaceutical industry and research institutions.