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Shankarrao Ursal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences & Research Center

Approved by Pharmacy Council of India, New Delhi | Permanently Affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University (PU/PN/Pharm/384/2009) | MSBTE Code: 2143 | Recognised by Government of Maharashtra | DTE Code: 6385
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Pharmaceutical Chemistry & Quality Assurance

Building expertise in pharmaceutical chemistry, analysis, and quality assurance.

Pharmaceutical Chemistry Department

Dr. Mrs. Vijaya U. Barge

Vice Principal & Associate Professor

The Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry introduces the fundamental subjects in the B.Pharm and M.Pharm curricula, building a strong foundation for subsequent coursework.

Faculty expertise spans synthetic, analytical, computational chemistry, and biochemistry. The department focuses on synthesizing, isolating, purifying, and characterizing organic compounds that can be used in medicine. It also offers an M.Pharm programme in Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance.

Aim & Objectives:

  • Provide foundational knowledge in Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry for subsequent courses.
  • Strengthen the knowledge required for synthesis, isolation, purification, and characterization of pharmaceuticals.
  • Equip students with the skills and qualities for effective handling of chemicals, glassware, and analytical instruments.
  • Provide an enduring atmosphere that encourages research activity among students and faculty.

Overview of the Department:

The department is equipped to introduce the fundamental subjects in the B.Pharm and M.Pharm curricula, laying the building blocks for later coursework. Its faculty work across synthetic, analytical, computational, and biochemical areas. Pharmaceutical chemistry includes the synthesis, isolation, purification, and characterization of organic compounds for medicinal use.

The M.Pharm in Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance covers physical and chemical examination of pharmaceutical products, preparation of key documents, equipment validation, and Analytical Method Validation. Qualitative and quantitative analyses use modern techniques and instruments including UV, HPLC, and IR. Department laboratories provide hands-on experience with state-of-the-art instruments.

The department has organized seminars and conferences in organic chemistry and pharmaceutical analysis. Faculty and students pursue research and review publications in journals and present their work at national and international conferences and seminars.

Facilities:

  • UV-1800 Spectrophotometer (Shimadzu)
  • HPLC (SpectrSYSTEM)
  • Digital Polarimeter (Equiptronics)
  • Flame Photometer (Systronics)
  • Conductometer (Suntronics)
  • Digital Balances (Contact & Wensar Instruments)
  • Digital pH Meter (Systronics)
  • Digital Nephelo-turbidometer (Systronics)

Research Areas:

  • Analytical method development and validation of APIs and formulations using instruments such as UV and HPLC.
  • Formulation development and analytical method development for new drugs and formulations.
  • Equipment and process validation.
  • Herbal standardization.
  • Conventional and novel delivery systems for phytochemical formulations.
  • Exploration of new drug molecules from natural sources.

Departmental Staff:

Name Designation
Dr. Mrs. Vijaya U. Barge Vice Principal & Associate Professor
Dr. Amit J. Kasabe Associate Professor
Mr. Vikram S. Veer Assistant Professor
Ms. Archana H. Yadav Assistant Professor