FCT Hub is a pioneering initiative dedicated to empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the pharmaceutical industry. Our mission is to foster innovation and sustainability by guiding companies through the process of Brainstorming, Identifying, Demonstrating, and Developing (BIDD) sustainable processes that seamlessly transition into high-reproducibility manufacturing.

Established at DRILS, FCT Hub is supported by industry leaders Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories and Laurus Labs, with strategic backing from the Government of Telangana to facilitate scaling opportunities and encourage broader industry participation. Our collaborative environment is enriched by scientific mentorship from renowned experts such as Prof. Govardhan Mehta (UoH), alongside international advisors like Prof. Steven Ley (University of Cambridge), Prof. Oliver Kappe (University of Graz), and Prof. Shu Kobayashi (University of Tokyo).