The Department of Pharmacognosy at Yash Institute of Pharmacy, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, is dedicated to the exploration and scientific validation of medicinal plants, natural products, and traditional medicine systems. Our department focuses on phytochemistry, herbal drug standardization, bioactive compound isolation, and formulation of herbal medicines, bridging traditional knowledge with modern pharmaceutical advancements.
Equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories, students receive hands-on training in extraction, isolation, and characterization of phytoconstituents using advanced techniques such as HPTLC, UV-Vis spectroscopy, and chromatography-based methods. Research in ethnopharmacology, plant tissue culture, and nutraceuticals enables students to explore new avenues in natural product drug discovery and development.
The department places strong emphasis on quality control and standardization of herbal formulations in compliance with WHO, AYUSH, and pharmacopeial guidelines. Through value-added certification courses, students gain specialized knowledge in herbal drug technology, cosmeceuticals, and Ayurvedic pharmacology, preparing them for careers in phytopharmaceutical industries, herbal drug research, regulatory affairs, and academia.
With a commitment to sustainable and evidence-based herbal medicine development, the Department of Pharmacognosy nurtures future professionals dedicated to the advancement of natural product research and global healthcare innovation.