On September 13th, 2024 – Students from the Cell and Molecular Biology course (BIOL 201) had the unique opportunity to step out of the classroom and into the real world of pharmaceuticals with a field trip to Jiangsu Zhengji Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. This visit provided an invaluable peek behind the scenes of one of the industry’s most dynamic players, known for its full-spectrum R&D and production capabilities.
Zhengji Pharmaceutical (http://www.zenjipharma.com) is a research and development-driven pharmaceutical group that integrates research and development, production and sales of the entire industrial chain of pharmaceutical preparations, raw materials, and advanced intermediates. The company has distinguished itself through the creation of innovative drug structures and the application of cutting-edge technologies, along with its specialized manufacture of generic medicines.
During the visit, the BIOL 201 students were granted exclusive access to various key departments within the company. Their tour included the process control room, the analytical heart of the company’s quality control(QC) laboratory, and multiple production workshops. They also saw the extensive storage capabilities of the warehouse and the innovation spearheading R&D center. Their hands-on experience emphasized the company’s production diversity, showcasing a product range that spans digestives, anti-infectives, cardiovascular, geriatric, and anti-cancer drugs.
The field trip provided the students with a tangible link between their theoretical studies and practical application in the pharmaceutical industry. Such initiatives align academic curricula with industrial practices, empowering the next generation of scientists with a clearer understanding of their field’s vast possibilities.
