Dr. C. Ronald Darwin has completed their Ph.D. from “The Tamilnadu DR. MGR Medical University” Guindy Chennai. ∙ M. Pharm Pharmacology from The Tamilnadu DR. MGR Medical University” ∙ B. Pharm from “The Tamilnadu DR. MGR Medical University. Currently Working as Professor and Head Dep. Of Pharmacology, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences Vels Institute of Science Technology and Advanced Studies Chennai - 600 117 ∙ Worked as Professor and Head at Mohamed Sathak AJ College of Pharmacy, Chennai ∙ Worked at different grades from lecturer to Professor at K.K College of Pharmacy, Chennai-128 ∙ Working as academic coordinator of doing PCI, AISHE, CPCSEA, and University inspection. 16 years of experience in Teaching and Research. Life Member of Laboratory Animal Scientist Association (LASA) ∙ Life Member Of Indian Pharmacological Society (IPS) ∙ Life Member of Indian Pharmaceutical Association (IPA) ∙ CPCSEA nominee for Institutes like Adyar Cancer Institute, Government Medical College Palayamkottai and Venkateswara College of Engineering, Sriperumbudur and Balaji Medical College, Chennai. ∙ Scientist for screening research works nominated by CPCSEA ∙ Life Member of the Indian Pharmacy Council.

Vels University Chennai


What is the latest program that you are offering in your Vels University or Pharmacy dept.?

We are offering a PharmaD at the University and the students are outperforming in this field with the depth of study that they are into which brings in the knowledge and research experience that provides many employment exposures and this domain provides the best in the Pharmaceutical Industry.

What will you say are the “best practices” in the course you’re offering?

This Course gives you a belief in the quality produced with a good hospital set up which to be upgraded. These are the best practices offered in the courses which are very helpful to students who are trying to excel in this sector and on par with the current professional growth 


What are some valuable insights into the program that you are offering at your Vels University or Pharmacy dept?

Industry and hospital Memorandum of Understanding signed and students exchange program with the top industry which helps them get an understanding of every corner of the subject they come in.

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How does the program ensure that students are being prepared for the future?

We conduct the value-added course to take the students which keeps them updated in time about the industry and the current trend which is effective at this point and keeps up the process of learning and developing the skills.


How did you train yourself or faculty to deliver this program to the students?

We are consistent in attending faculty development programs and rent courses by NPTEL and SWAYAM. These sessions keep us on the grind of solving any questions asked by the students.


How do you tend to build an industry connection with this program? 

Industrial Visit each semester which ensures and enhances their skill set in the area of their expertise. We also ensure students are having the opportunity to keep in touch with the hospital setup on our campus Industrial training is part of the 3rd and the 4th semester which falls under the mandatory aspect of delivering on-the-field training. 


What are the types of projects that the students are working on through this program?

Students work on Clinical, Pre Clinical and Natural product research are the focus project topics. 

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What are the benefits and career options after pursuing this course? 

Academics -Teaching and Education, Research Scientist, Pharmacist, Senior Research Associate, Clinical Project Manager, Industry lies in Pharma and Information Technology Sector, State wise and Central wise, Assistant Professor or Associate Professor or Professor in Govt. Pharmacy Colleges, Medical writers, and top MNCs companies offer job and research-related job opportunities as well.