Instrumentation Facility

Instrumentation Facility at Anupama College of Pharmacy

Anupama College of Pharmacy is equipped with a modern Instrumentation Facility, offering a wide range of sophisticated instruments and equipment to support research, analysis, and experimentation in pharmaceutical sciences. Our state-of-the-art facility is designed to meet the needs of students, faculty, and researchers, providing access to cutting-edge technology and instrumentation for conducting high-quality research and practical training.

List of Instruments and Equipment:

1. High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC):

   • Used for the separation, identification, and quantification of pharmaceutical compounds in complex mixtures.

2. Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS):

   • Enables the analysis of volatile and semi-volatile compounds, identification of unknown substances, and quantification of trace components.

3. UV-Visible Spectrophotometer:

   • Utilized for quantitative analysis of pharmaceuticals, determination of drug concentrations, and characterization of compounds based on their UV absorption spectra.

4. Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR):

   • Enables the identification of functional groups, structural analysis of organic compounds, and characterization of polymers and biomolecules.

5. Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS):

   • Used for the determination of trace metal concentrations in pharmaceutical samples, environmental samples, and biological fluids.

6. Disintegration Test Apparatus:

   • Determines the disintegration time of tablets and capsules in simulated physiological conditions, ensuring their efficacy and bioavailability.

7. Dissolution Test Apparatus:

   • Measures the rate and extent of drug release from solid dosage forms, providing crucial information about drug formulation and performance.

8. High-Speed Homogenizer:

   • Used for the preparation of homogenous suspensions, emulsions, and cell lysates in pharmaceutical research and formulation development.

9. Electrochemical Analyzer:

   • Enables the measurement of electrochemical properties, such as pH, conductivity, and redox potential, in pharmaceutical formulations and biological samples.

10. Microplate Reader:

    • Facilitates high-throughput analysis of biochemical assays, enzyme kinetics, and cell-based assays, supporting drug discovery and pharmacological research.

11. Refrigerated Centrifuge:

    • Used for the separation and purification of biological samples, cell isolation, and protein precipitation in pharmaceutical and biomedical research.

12. Incubator Shaker:

    • Provides controlled temperature and agitation for culturing cells, microbial fermentation, and biochemical reactions in pharmaceutical and biotechnological applications.

13. Particle Size Analyzer:

    • Measures the size distribution of particles in pharmaceutical suspensions, emulsions, and powders, optimizing formulation and stability.

14. Spectrofluorometer:

    • Enables the measurement of fluorescence spectra and intensity, facilitating the analysis of fluorescent probes, biomolecules, and drug interactions.

15. Electrophoresis System:

    • Used for the separation and analysis of nucleic acids, proteins, and other biomolecules based on their size, charge, and mobility.

Our Instrumentation Facility is continuously updated and expanded to incorporate the latest advancements in analytical techniques and technology, ensuring that our students and researchers have access to cutting-edge tools for scientific inquiry and innovation in pharmaceutical sciences.