Collaborations & Partnerships

Services

• Pharmaceutical Analysis: Comprehensive testing of raw materials, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and finished pharmaceutical products. We are committed to ensuring the integrity, safety, and efficacy of pharmaceuticals through rigorous testing procedures.
• Bioanalytical Services: Our laboratories are proficient in the analysis of biological samples for drug and metabolite concentrations, aiding preclinical and clinical studies. We are committed to providing vital insights into pharmacokinetics, drug metabolism, and pharmacodynamics.
• Assay and Impurity Testing: Meticulous analysis of drug substances and products, identifying and quantifying their active ingredients and potential impurities.
• Nitrosamine Quantitation: Precision detection and measurement of nitrosamines in drug substances and products to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Food Supplement Assays: Comprehensive testing of dietary supplements to verify their nutritional contents and detect potential contaminants.
• Cleaning Validation Sample Analysis: Evaluation of cleaning processes through testing of samples to ensure the absence of residues, contributing to quality assurance in pharmaceutical production.
• Analytical Method Development and Validation: Creation and validation of robust analytical methods tailored to specific testing requirements, adhering to regulatory standards.
  
  
   

 

Quality Assurance

The Quality Assurance (QA) Department at the Pharmaceutical Research Center – Zarqa University (PRC-ZU) plays a vital role in ensuring scientific integrity, operational excellence, and full compliance with international standards. As an ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratory and a center operating in full alignment with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), PRC-ZU is committed to upholding the highest levels of quality in pharmaceutical research.

Commitment to Quality and Compliance

Our QA framework ensures strict adherence to ISO/IEC 17025 and GLP regulations across all core departments. Backed by a robust Quality Management System (QMS), we consistently deliver accurate, reliable, and fully compliant research outcomes that meet both scientific and regulatory expectations.

Oversight and System Control

The QA Department maintains the integrity and effectiveness of the quality system through:

• Ongoing evaluation of facilities, procedures, and personnel qualifications
• Implementation of internal audits and management of nonconformities
• Oversight of validation processes and monitoring of QMS performance
• Ensuring adherence to GLP principles and safety protocols
• Managing documentation, equipment qualification, and change control

This system supports continuous improvement while upholding impartiality, confidentiality, and technical competence.

Culture of Quality and Development

At PRC-ZU, quality is a shared responsibility, supported by strong leadership and a skilled, engaged workforce. The QA Department promotes professional growth through specialized training programs, workshops, and technical consultations—bridging academic learning with practical application and industry demands. In line with our commitment to excellence, we are actively pursuing GQCLP accreditation from the Jordan Food and Drug Administration, further positioning PRC-ZU as a national reference laboratory in pharmaceutical quality control.

Quality at PRC-ZU is more than compliance—it is a fundamental commitment embedded in every process, every result, and every step toward innovation.

Animal Research Facility

Animal Research Facility
The Animal Research Facility (ARF) at PRC-ZU is the pioneering preclinical research center in Jordan, providing a wide range of high-quality services that support drug development and biomedical innovation. As the first facility of its kind in the country, the ARF offers comprehensive preclinical capabilities, including general toxicology, safety pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, efficacy testing, and customized studies. With a strong commitment to ethical practices, the ARF operates under the supervision of an established ethics committee, ensuring full compliance with international animal welfare guidelines.

We provide a comprehensive suite of preclinical research services, empowering you to confidently advance your novel compounds and therapies towards clinical trials. Our integrated Biological Research Unit, featuring a state-of-the-art animal facility and a sophisticated tissue culture laboratory, forms the cornerstone of our capabilities, allowing for seamless and efficient execution of a wide range of studies.

 

Integrated In Vivo Expertise: Bridging the Gap to Clinical Relevance
Our advanced animal facility is designed to support a diverse array of in vivo investigations. We are committed to the highest standards of animal welfare and ethical conduct, ensuring the integrity and reliability of your study outcomes. Our experienced team offers comprehensive support for:

 Our preclinical services

• In Vivo Toxicity Studies: We meticulously evaluate the safety profile of your compounds, determining maximum tolerated doses and identifying potential adverse effects across various animal models. Our rigorous protocols and detailed analysis provide critical insights for subsequent clinical development.
• Wound Healing Studies: Utilizing relevant animal models, we assess the efficacy of novel therapeutics in promoting tissue repair and regeneration. Our studies incorporate comprehensive endpoint analysis, including macroscopic and microscopic evaluation, to provide a thorough understanding of the healing process.
• Drug-Drug Interaction Studies: Understanding how investigational drugs interact with other medications is crucial for patient safety. We conduct carefully designed in vivo studies to elucidate potential pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic interactions, informing optimal dosing regimens and minimizing risks.
• Pharmacokinetic (PK) Studies: We provide detailed characterization of your compound's absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) properties in vivo. Our expertise in various routes of administration and advanced bioanalytical techniques ensures accurate and timely PK data to guide dose selection and formulation strategies. In Vitro Precision: Unlocking Cellular Insights Our cutting-edge tissue culture laboratory complements our in vivo capabilities, offering a controlled environment for cellular and molecular investigations. We specialize in:
• Cytotoxicity Assays: We employ a range of established and customized assays to evaluate the potential of your compounds to induce cell death or inhibit cell growth. These studies provide valuable early-stage data for lead optimization and compound selection. Your Partner in Preclinical Success At Pharmaceutical Research Center- Zarqa University, we understand the critical importance of reliable and timely preclinical data. Our experienced scientific team, coupled with our state-of-the-art facilities, ensures the highest quality research and dependable results. We are committed to working collaboratively with you, providing tailored solutions to meet your specific research objectives and timelines. From study design and execution to comprehensive data analysis and reporting, we are your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of preclinical development.

Analytical Laboratories

Analytical Laboratory at PRC-ZU is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to delivering high-quality analytical services that support pharmaceutical companies, researchers, and quality control laboratory. Equipped with advanced instrumentation, including HPLC, UPLC, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS, ICP-MS, and UV-Vis spectrophotometers, our laboratory offers comprehensive testing capabilities across a wide range of pharmaceutical products and raw materials. As the first university laboratory in Jordan accredited with ISO 17025 for testing and calibration, and approved by the Jordan Food and Drug Administration (JFDA) for pre-clinical studies, the laboratory upholds the highest standards of accuracy, reliability, data integrity, traceability, and confidentiality in all analytical processes and regulatory compliance. 

Services Offered
Our Analytical Laboratories offer a broad range of solutions:
• Assay and impurity testing for drug substances and products
• Nitrosamine quantitation in drug substances and products
• Bioanalysis
• Food analysis
• supplement analysis
• Cleaning validation and sample analysis
• Analytical method development and validation for pharmaceuticals and supplements
• Environmental Analysis

We are equipped to handle various types of samples, such as
• Pharmaceutical products,
• Biological samples,
• Food samples
• Supplement (Vitamin and minerals) samples
• Environmental samples.

Instrument:

 

 

ICP MS
"ICP-MS provides highly sensitive and accurate trace elemental analysis, enabling detection of traces amount for metals and non-metals. This powerful technique supports pharmaceutical, environmental, and food safety testing with rapid multi-element quantification and compliance with international standards."

 

 

 

GC MS/MS
GC-MS/MS platform provides precise and sensitive analysis of volatile compounds, ensuring reliable identification and quantification at trace levels. The system is ideal for residual solvent testing, impurity profiling, and environmental monitoring.

 

 

 

LC MS/MS
Our advanced LC-MS/MS system offers high sensitivity and specificity for qualitative and quantitative analysis of wide range of compounds, including pharmaceutical APIs, metabolites, and contaminants. It enables accurate trace-level detection with excellent reproducibility, supporting bioanalysis and method validation

 

Our Team