Head of department
Prof. Brig Dr. Muzamil Hassan Najmi (Retd)
Clinical & Biomedical Research Center (CBRC)
The Clinical & Biomedical Research Center (CBRC) at Foundation University School of Health Sciences (FUSH) serves as a centralised platform to facilitate, regulate, and support high-quality biomedical and clinical research conducted by FUSH faculty, postgraduate trainees, and researchers. Under the CBRC umbrella, faculty members can avail two core support services.
The CBRC Registry functions as the official administrative and regulatory unit for research governance at FUSH. Faculty members may seek the following support:
Review of scientific literature for identifying gaps of knowledge and project development.
Interdepartmental discussion forums for integrated and collaborative research projects.
Review by experienced researchers for value addition to research projects.
Research Project Registration & Tracking
Registration of undergraduate, postgraduate, and faculty research projects; maintenance of a centralized research database; tracking project status (approved, ongoing, completed, closed).
Registration of research projects is mandatory for availing FUI research incentives (publication cash rewards, journal publication fee reimbursement, etc.).
PG Trainee (PGT) Research Support
Registration and monitoring of PGT research projects and compliance guidance.
Documentation & Compliance
Assistance with synopsis submission, ethical review documentation, regulatory alignment, and maintenance of records for audits and accreditation visits.
Research Coordination
Liaison between departments, supervisors, statisticians, and ethics committees; facilitation of collaborative research activities.
Assistance in submission to suitable journals and facilitation of publication.
The MDL provides technical and infrastructural support for experimental and translational research.
Available Laboratory Equipment and Facilities
Molecular Biology
✓ DNA/RNA extraction and purification (centrifuges, vortex mixers, heat wave stirrers)
✓ PCR amplification using Thermocycler
✓ Gel electrophoresis, gel documentation system, and UV transilluminator
Protein Analysis
✓ Protein quantification using spectrophotometer (Bradford assay compatible)
✓ Protein expression and detection through RT-PCR and ELISA reader
General Laboratory Procedures
✓ Light microscopy for morphology and viability assessment
✓ Sample preparation equipment (centrifuges, vortex mixers, weighing balances)
✓ Buffer and reagent preparation (pH meter and analytical balances)
✓ Sample storage facilities including refrigerators, −20°C and −80°C freezers
Faculty members are encouraged to contact the CBRC Registry for initial guidance regarding research registration, documentation, and laboratory access. Services are provided according to institutional policies and resource availability.
For official correspondence and appointments, requests may kindly be routed through the CBRC Registry.
CBRC is committed to fostering a robust research culture at Foundation University School of Health Sciences (FUSH) by ensuring transparency, compliance, and technical excellence in biomedical research.
