“ Scientists need to embrace a problem solving mindset ”
In today ’ s world , being interdisciplinary is the key , believes Dr Radha Rangarajan , Director , Central Drug Research Institute ( CSIR-CDRI ), Lucknow who in an exclusive interview shared her views on the initiatives at the institute , industry academia interactions , technological trends , biopharma industry and much more . A must read
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What are the main areas of focus and research at CSIR-CDRI under your leadership ? Can you share some notable achievements or breakthroughs that the institute has made in recent years ?
CDRI ’ s mission is to develop drugs , process technologies and diagnostics for diseases of relevance to India . We work in 8 therapeutic areas which include viral , microbial and parasitic infections , cancer , musculoskeletal disorders , reproductive health , metabolic diseases and neurological disorders . Our scientists are involved in both , basic and translational research and development .
Some of our recent successes include Phase 1 approvals for 3 small molecules , 1 Phase 3 approval for a phytopharmaceutical drug , completion of a Phase 3 trial for a drug repurposed for Covid along with our industry partner , and a technology impact award ( STEM Technology Transfer Impact Award-
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