CSIR-CDRI

CSIR–Central Drug Research Institute (CSIR-CDRI) is a constituent laboratory of India’s Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, under the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, Ministry of Science and Technology. Based in Lucknow, the institute advances drug research and translational science to address healthcare challenges. Its work spans cancer, metabolic and microbial diseases, musculoskeletal and neurological disorders, parasitic infections, reproductive health, and viral research and therapeutics. Research divisions include biochemistry and structural biology, medicinal and process chemistry, pharmacology, neuroscience, immunology, toxicology, and pharmaceutics.

CSIR-CDRI develops a pipeline of small molecules, phytopharmaceuticals, and novel formulations, and manages product and process patents. Its services support research and technology development through biological screening, toxicology, formulation development, and pharmacokinetics. The institute also provides access to specialist facilities, including X-ray crystallography, electron microscopy, laboratory animals, and bio-layer interferometry, with services and support for MSMEs and start-ups. Through academic programmes, including Ph.D. opportunities, project and postdoctoral roles, and skill development, CSIR-CDRI contributes to research training and collaboration alongside its drug discovery activities.