Faculty of Pharmacy
Faculty of Pharmacy | SU
Faculty of Pharmacy | SU
The Department of Pharmacognosy is one of the core scientific departments in the Faculty of Pharmacy, operating in accordance with the curriculum guidelines for Yemeni faculties of pharmacy approved by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. The department oversees the theoretical, practical, and training components of various courses across all academic years, including Pharmacognosy I & II, Phytochemistry I & II, and Applied Pharmacognosy (Herbal Medicine, and Complementary and Alternative Medicine - CAM).
To achieve leadership in pharmacognosy both locally and internationally, focusing on the continuous development of faculty members to deliver high-quality education. The department aspires to graduate highly skilled, forward-thinking pharmacists capable of meeting future challenges, while prioritizing high-impact applied research on medicinal plants that yields clear economic benefits for the country.
The Department of Pharmacognosy is dedicated to equipping pharmacy students with the foundational knowledge and competencies essential for their professional careers, while utilizing education and scientific research for community service. The department places a strategic focus on medicinal plant extracts as the cornerstone for novel drug discovery, aimed at improving extraction methodologies and fulfilling labor market demands in the fields of pharmacognosy and natural products.
1- To advance curricula and pedagogical methods to align with rapid global advancements in the field.
2- To modernize scientific research methodologies in natural products and pharmacognosy.
3- To enhance local and international pharmaceutical services by promoting the development and utilization of safe and effective natural medicines.
Pharmacognosy is one of the oldest medical and pharmaceutical sciences, traditionally encompassing the chemical and biological study of natural substances derived from terrestrial and marine plants, animals, and microbes. This science is characterized by continuous evolution and diversification due to its reliance on a broad range of biological sciences. The renewed interest in teaching and research in this field stems from exploring new horizons for drug development, utilizing biotechnology to improve natural product production, leveraging nutraceuticals and pharmaceutical dietary supplements, evaluating the efficacy of traditional medicine, and expanding the scope of natural-source drugs. Modern pharmacognostic studies integrate advanced disciplines such as biotechnology, enzymology, genetics, pharmacology, and toxicology, in addition to quality control of natural extracts, natural products, and biopesticides. This specialization serves as a fundamental pillar for providing a scientific methodology to evaluate traditional medicine, graduating skilled pharmacists, and achieving research leadership to serve society and the healthcare sector.
Leadership and excellence in pharmacognosy and natural products education and research to graduate skilled researchers and pharmacists capable of developing drugs and serving the community and health sector.
Qualifying and empowering Master's students, providing them with high scientific competence and solid professional ethics by offering a multidisciplinary applied research environment in analysis and quality control of raw materials and natural and pharmaceutical products; meeting the needs of public and private healthcare sectors, pharmaceutical factories, and scientific research centers.
1- Achieving excellence in education, scientific research, and community services related to pharmacognosy and natural product chemistry.
2- Meeting current and future needs of pharmacy practice and keeping pace with its developments.
3- Developing continuous and innovative research to clarify scientific directions and practical application areas of herbal medicine.
4- Enhancing local and regional pharmaceutical services by delivering safe, effective, and high-quality natural medicines.
5- Exploring local natural materials to find specialized solutions and treatments for endemic diseases.
6- Providing specialized and reliable advisory services to pharmaceutical industries and society at large.
7- Integrating medicinal and natural products chemistry into R&D departments within pharmaceutical industries.
8- Innovating advanced methodologies for extraction, isolation, and quality assurance of active ingredients from natural sources for use in pharmaceuticals, dietary supplements, and cosmetics.
Holding a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy with an overall grade of at least "Good" from the Faculty of Pharmacy at Sana'a University, or from any recognized faculty or university accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in Yemen.
The Ph.D. program in the Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy - Sana'a University, is a distinguished academic and research landmark. It focuses on natural product discovery, medicinal plant biotechnology, and novel drug innovation. Advanced Ph.D. research delves deeply into phytochemical studies, isolation, and structural elucidation of active compounds from natural sources, alongside employing modern techniques to isolate and biologically evaluate endophytes. The program aims to prepare strategic researchers and academics capable of leading research and development in the pharmaceutical industry and supporting the healthcare system locally and internationally.
Leadership and excellence in natural products research and medicinal plant biotechnology to prepare academic and research leaders capable of innovation and pharmaceutical development.
The program strives to integrate advanced pharmaceutical and research sciences to supply the local and regional community with exceptionally competent researchers and academics possessing innovative professional skills. The program is committed to meeting the demands of academic and industrial labor markets and contributing actively to the development and sustainability of natural-source drug manufacturing, while establishing standard specifications and ensuring quality in accordance with the highest global standards.
1- Exploring natural products: isolating, purifying, characterizing, and biologically evaluating novel compounds from medicinal plants and organisms.
2- Leadership in pharmaceutical R&D: utilizing advanced molecular and biotechnological techniques to produce and develop safe and innovative pharmaceutical preparations.
3- Preparing scientific leaders: qualifying a generation of specialized researchers and academics capable of leading research projects and keeping pace with global knowledge advancements in pharmacognosy.
4- Excellence in community service and consulting: providing specialized scientific and technical advice to medical institutions, regulatory bodies, and industrial facilities to ensure the quality of medicines and natural extracts.
Holding a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy and a Master of Science degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmacognosy specialization) with an overall grade of at least "Very Good" from Sana'a University or any other recognized university accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in Yemen.
A distinguished group of professors and consultants supervising the educational process and practical training in the department:
Pharmacognosy
Universiti Teknologi MARA - Malaysia
Pharmacognosy
National University of Malaysia (UKM)
Pharmacognosy
Beirut University - Lebanon
Pharmacognosy
Sana'a University
Pharmacognosy
Sana'a University
Pharmacognosy
Sana'a University