Educational Trip to NovaMed Pharmaceuticals

Forman Curie’s organized an insightful and engaging educational trip to NovaMed Pharmaceuticals on 26 November 2025, providing students with an excellent opportunity to bridge classroom learning with real-world industrial practices. The visit was arranged under the leadership of Dr. Lubna Amer, College Coordinator and HOD Chemistry department FC College, whose support and presence added immense value to the experience.
Upon arrival, students were warmly welcomed and were given a briefing about the facility. Then, Students were taken on a guided tour of the facility. The visit began at the chemical warehouse, where students observed the safe storage, handling, and categorization of raw materials used in pharmaceutical manufacturing. This allowed them to understand the importance of proper environmental controls, labelling systems, and safety protocols.

The tour continued to the instrumentation laboratories, equipped with advanced analytical instruments. Here, students learned how precision equipment is used for testing, formulation, and ensuring product quality. They then visited the water purification system, an essential part of pharmaceutical production, gaining insight into processes such as filtration, reverse osmosis, and deionization that ensure water meets stringent pharmaceutical standards.

Students were also taken through various production units, including:
• IV medicine manufacturing,
• dry suspension preparation, and
• tablet formulation lines.

During these visits, they observed automated machinery, cleanroom practices, and step-by-step production workflows. This exposure helped them understand the complexities and rigor involved in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

A key highlight of the trip was the interactive session with the Quality Control (QC) team. Students engaged in discussions on analytical techniques, quality assurance procedures, and testing parameters essential for ensuring product safety, purity, and efficacy. The team also emphasized the significance of documentation, regulatory compliance, and continuous monitoring in maintaining high manufacturing standards.
The visit concluded with a refreshing lunch, providing students with an opportunity to reflect on their learning and interact informally with faculty members and industry professionals.

Overall, the trip was highly productive and educational. It greatly enriched students’ understanding of industrial chemistry, pharmaceutical production, and quality control mechanisms, helping them appreciate the practical applications of concepts studied in their chemistry curriculum.