At TMDA, research is a cornerstone of evidence-based regulation. Guided by our Research Policy, we conduct and support studies that generate credible scientific data to inform regulatory decisions, improve public health outcomes, and strengthen quality assurance for medicines, medical devices, and in vitro diagnostics.
Our research goal is to ensure that regulatory functions are effective, efficient, and responsive to emerging public health challenges — from combating falsified and substandard products to evaluating innovative therapies and complex formulations.
Focus Areas
TMDA’s research aligns with its Strategic Plan and includes:
- Quality, safety, and effectiveness of regulated products
- Improvement of laboratory services
- Public education and customer service enhancement
Procedures for Conducting Research
All research involving TMDA must follow the procedures outlined in the TMDA Guidelines for Conducting Research, which include:
- Proposal Development – Preparing a complete, scientifically sound proposal in the prescribed format.
- Review & Approval – Submission to the TMDA Research Committee (TMDA-RC) for technical and ethical review.
- Ethical Clearance – Obtaining necessary approvals from relevant ethics bodies where required.
- Registration – Issuance of an official research project number by TMDA.
- Implementation & Reporting – Conducting research as approved, submitting progress reports, and preparing a final report.
- Dissemination – Publishing results in peer-reviewed journals and sharing findings with stakeholders.
Use of TMDA Laboratory Facilities
TMDA welcomes researchers, academic institutions, and other stakeholders to use our state-of-the-art laboratories for approved research projects. Our laboratories are ISO/IEC 17025:2017-accredited and WHO prequalified, ensuring that all research results are accurate, reliable, and internationally recognized. Operating under a robust Quality Management System, we guarantee traceability, reproducibility, and adherence to international best practices — giving partners confidence that their work meets the highest global standards.
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Publications
Access our latest research outputs, scientific papers, and technical reports.