Director's Desk

The Central Facilities for Research & Development (CFRD), Osmania University, was established in 2009 with a vision to strengthen the university’s research ecosystem through shared, high-end infrastructure and interdisciplinary collaboration.

In today’s research landscape, inter-disciplinary work has become indispensable. Establishing a centralized facility reduces redundancy, optimizes resources, and allows seamless access to sophisticated instrumentation across disciplines. CFRD fulfils this need by offering a well-equipped and professionally managed platform for researchers, faculty, and industry partners.

The Centre hosts a wide range of advanced instrumentation, including Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectrometer (NMR 400 MHz), High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) systems, among many others. A complete inventory of available equipment is listed on our website. These instruments are operated and maintained by trained technical personnel who ensure high-quality, reliable results and provide user guidance when needed.

CFRD houses a state-of-the-art Computational Research Lab with a high-performance server room, Eclassrooms, virtual learning platforms, and 24x7 CCTV surveillance for secure and efficient research. The building also accommodates laboratories from the Departments of Biotechnology, Chemistry, Physics, Biochemistry, and Genetics, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.

In keeping with our mission to drive translational research, we maintain strong collaborations with private laboratories, R&D centres, and industries, while also partnering with institutes of national importance. These collaborations enhance the relevance and real-world impact of the work carried out at CFRD, fostering an ecosystem where scientific inquiry meets practical application.

Our goal is to continuously enhance the facility through the support of funding agencies—expanding scientific instrumentation, infrastructure, and technical expertise. We are actively working toward aligning with national and international standards, including NABL certification, to ensure the highest level of operational excellence.

At CFRD, we are committed to advancing the mission of Osmania University: to promote research excellence and meet contemporary regional and national challenges through science and technology. We invite researchers, collaborators, and institutions to explore the resources and opportunities available at CFRD. Please visit our website for updates on workshops, training programs, and other academic engagements.

"Empowering research today, to shape a better tomorrow"

– Central Facilities for Research & Development, OU.