Mumbai, 17 October, 2026: ENTOD Pharmaceuticals Limited is advancing pharmaceutical research, innovation and skill development through collaborations withDnyaan Prasad Global University (DPGU) and SVKM’s Dr. Bhanuben Nanavati College of Pharmacy (Autonomous), Mumbai (BNCP).
ENTOD has signed afive-year Memorandum of Understanding withDPGU, establishing a framework for joint research projects, scientific publications, patent activities and research proposals. The association also provides opportunities for conferences, certification programmes, faculty and student training, and internships, subject to mutually agreed terms.
Through this association, ENTOD aims to bring academic research closer to practical pharmaceutical development. Access to selected research facilities, GMP-oriented training and industry mentorship may be extended to DPGU faculty and researchers, subject to prior approval and agreed conditions.
Separately, ENTOD’s collaboration with BNCP, under the academic supervision of Dr. Prachi Pimple, faculty member and Project Guide, focuses on the research project titled “Formulation, Development and Evaluation of Topical Drug Delivery System.”The collaboration covers research, formulation development, testing and evaluation activities specifically related to the project.
These initiatives bring together academic expertise and industry experience, supporting researchers in translating scientific ideas into practical pharmaceutical applications.
Nikkhil K Masurkar, CEO & Global Head of Innovation, ENTOD Pharmaceuticals, said:“India has tremendous scientific talent within its universities, and the pharmaceutical industry has an important role to play in helping translate that talent into meaningful innovation. Through our association with DPGU, we hope to bring together academic thinking, industry experience and research infrastructure to encourage young researchers to work on ideas that can ultimately have real-world healthcare impact.”
Dr. Snehal S. Chakorkar, Assistant Professor & Innovative Ambassador, Dnyaan Prasad Global University, School of Pharmacy and Research (DPGU-SPR), said:“Academic research should not remain confined to publications; its true value is realized when scientific discoveries are translated into products and solutions that benefit society. Industry–academia collaboration plays a vital role in bridging the gap between laboratory research and real-world applications. Our association with ENTOD Pharmaceuticals aims to encourage students and research guides to think beyond conventional research, nurture innovation, and develop practical, industry-relevant solutions. Together, we aspire to transform promising scientific ideas into meaningful pharmaceutical innovations that address societal needs and improve healthcare outcomes.”
Together, these collaborations reflect ENTOD’s commitment to indigenous pharmaceutical innovation and the development of the next generation of researchers and healthcare innovators in India.