Adichunchanagiri University · Faculty of Pharmacy
Research Facilities
State-of-the-Art Labs
Research Laboratories

Analytical Instrumentation

Advanced analytical and processing equipment powering cutting-edge pharmaceutical research, from drug formulation to quality control.

HPLC

Shimadzu LC-20AD system with UV detector for precise chromatographic analysis of pharmaceutical compounds.

Gas Chromatography (GC)

Separation and quantification of volatile compounds, residual solvents, and essential oil components.

UV-Visible Spectrophotometers

Quantitative determination of drug concentrations through absorbance measurement across UV-Vis range.

Particle Size Analyser

Anton Paar system for characterisation of particle size distribution in formulations and nanomaterials.

Hot Melt Extruder

Continuous processing for amorphous solid dispersions and enhanced bioavailability formulations.

Lyophilizer (Freeze Dryer)

Preservation of heat-sensitive biologicals and preparation of stable lyophilised dosage forms.

Spray Dryer

Rapid drying of liquid feeds into fine powders for microencapsulation and inhalation formulations.

High-Speed Homogenizer

Preparation of nano-emulsions, suspensions, and uniform dispersions at high shear rates.

Probe Sonicator

Ultrasonic cavitation for nanoparticle preparation, cell lysis, and sample dispersion.

Brookfield Viscometer

Rheological characterisation of semi-solid formulations, gels, and polymer solutions.

Dissolution Test Apparatus

In-vitro drug release testing to ensure bioequivalence and quality compliance of dosage forms.

Autoanalyzer

Automated biochemical assays for high-throughput analysis of biological and pharmaceutical samples.

Specialised Facilities
Dedicated Research Laboratories

CPCSEA-Approved Animal House

Regulatory-compliant facility for preclinical pharmacological and toxicological studies.

Zebrafish Laboratory

In-vivo screening of drug candidates using zebrafish models for toxicity and efficacy studies.

Plant Tissue Culture Lab

Propagation and conservation of medicinal plants for phytochemical and pharmacognosy research.

Pilot Plant

Scale-up facility for manufacturing process refinement from lab bench to production readiness.

Computer Laboratory

Networked workstations with internet access for computational research and molecular modelling.

Pharmacology Wing
Pharmacology Equipment

Cooke's Pole-Climbing Apparatus

Behavioural assessment tool for evaluating learning, memory, and conditioned avoidance responses.

Tail Flick Analgesiometer

Radiant heat method for measuring analgesic potency and pain threshold in preclinical studies.

Digital Electroconvulsiometer

Controlled electrical stimulation for anticonvulsant screening and epilepsy research models.

Student Organ Bath

Isolated tissue preparations for studying drug effects on smooth muscle and organ responses.

Actophotometer

Photoelectric locomotor activity monitor for screening CNS stimulant and depressant agents.

Rota Rod Apparatus

Motor coordination and muscle relaxant assessment through accelerating rotarod endurance testing.

Digital Eddy's Hot Plate

Thermal nociception model with precise temperature control for central analgesic evaluation.

Morris Water Maze

Spatial learning and memory assessment for evaluating nootropic and neuroprotective compounds.

Drug Testing Laboratory
SACP Drug Testing Laboratory
Govt. Approved

Adichunchanagiri Drug Testing Laboratory

The ADTL operates under approval from the Drugs Control Department, Government of Karnataka (License No. KTK/37/77/2023, dated July 5, 2023) — enabling SACP to conduct authorised testing of pharmaceutical substances under Schedules C & C1.

Shimadzu HPLC LC-20AD — high-precision chromatographic analysis
Gas Chromatography — volatile compound identification
UV-1700 Spectrophotometer — quantitative drug assays
Cold Centrifuge — temperature-sensitive sample processing

Services: Testing of pharmaceutical substances (Schedules C & C1), Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) analysis, and comprehensive analytical method development & validation.

Incubation Centre
Section 8 Company

Adichunchanagiri Centre for Entrepreneurs (ACE)

ACE is a Section 8 company established to foster innovation and entrepreneurship among pharmacy students and faculty. Associated with CORMIL (Centre for Optimisation Research in Medicine and Industrial Logistics) and CMPAT (Centre for Molecular Pharmacology and Translational Therapeutics) research centres.

April 2021 ACE founded as a Section 8 company to incubate pharmaceutical innovation and startup culture.
February 2022 Arthanaya Solutions LLP formed — the first venture incubated through the ACE programme.
April 2022 Applied for MSME business incubator status to expand support infrastructure for startups.
Ongoing Weekly hand-holding sessions for students and faculty to develop business plans and prototypes.
ACE Incubation Centre
Clinical Trial Centre

Clinical Trial Centre (CTC)

A purpose-built clinical research facility coordinated through Adichunchanagiri Hospital, equipped for GCP-compliant trials with round-the-clock monitoring.

24-Hour Surveillance

Continuous monitoring of clinical trial participants with dedicated nursing staff on site.

Multiple Ethics Committees

Independent ethics review boards ensuring regulatory compliance and participant safety.

Biometric Drug Storage

Biometric-controlled access with deep freezer units for secure investigational product management.

Secure Archival Room

Temperature-monitored and CCTV-surveilled document storage for trial records and source data.

Qualified Staff

Principal Investigators, Clinical Research Coordinators, nurses, and data management personnel.

Hospital Integration

Coordinated through Adichunchanagiri Hospital for seamless access to clinical departments and patients.

Access World-Class Research Infrastructure

Explore state-of-the-art laboratories, government-approved testing facilities, and clinical trial capabilities at SACP.

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