About CDRI
Established in 1951, the Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI) in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India, is one of the first laboratories to be established under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR). Over seven decades, CDRI has evolved into a globally recognized institution for drug research and development.
Our mission is to discover, develop and deliver innovative and affordable healthcare solutions through excellence in scientific research. We aim to address the unmet medical needs of India and the world, with a focus on diseases that disproportionately affect developing nations.
CDRI's research spans the entire drug discovery value chain, from basic biology and target identification to medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, toxicology, and clinical research. Our scientists work in state-of-the-art laboratories equipped with modern instrumentation and computational facilities.
Vision
To be a world-class research institute leading innovations in drug discovery and development for improved global health outcomes.
Mission
To conduct innovative research for discovery and development of novel therapeutics, diagnostics and preventive measures against diseases.
Values
Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Commitment to Public Health.
