The Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics research interests include Diabetes and Degenerative Diseases, Neuroscience, Behavioral Neuropharmacology, Clinical Pharmacy, Clinical Toxicology, Gastroenterology and Cancer. The research is done with state-of-the-art equipment in purpose- built laboratories with good technical and other support.

The Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics is a central participant in medical education leading to the MD degree. In addition, we contribute to teaching and practical research training in Pharmacology and Toxicology, Master and PhD programs in Biomedical Sciences, and the Professional Program leading to the Doctor of Pharmacy..