Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM)
Parent Ministry: Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India Headquarters: Jawaharlal Nehru Bhartiya Chikitsa Avum Homoeopathy Anusandhan Bhawan, 61–65 Institutional Area, Opp. D-Block, Janakpuri, New Delhi – 110058 Official Website:https://ccrum.res.in
1. What Is CCRUM?
The Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM) is an autonomous apex body under the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, responsible for scientific research, drug standardization, and clinical validation in the Unani system of medicine.
It was established in 1978 to modernize and scientifically validate Unani principles, therapies, and formulations, ensuring their safety, efficacy, and global credibility.
In simple terms — 🌿 CCRUM is the national research institution that works to prove scientifically how Unani medicine — one of the world’s oldest holistic health systems — benefits modern public health.
2. Objectives
Goal
Description
Scientific Validation
Conduct research to confirm efficacy and safety of Unani medicines.
Documentation & Preservation
Digitize and preserve classical Unani manuscripts and knowledge.
Drug Standardization
Develop pharmacopoeial standards for single and compound drugs.
Clinical Research
Evaluate Unani therapies for modern diseases and public health issues.
Integration
Align Unani medicine with national health programs and WHO standards.
Major Research Areas
Research Type
Focus
Fundamental Research
Understanding Unani principles like Mizaj (temperament), Akhlat (humours), and Afaal-e-Aza (organ functions).
Clinical Research
Validation of Unani treatment for lifestyle, metabolic, and chronic diseases.
Drug Standardization
Setting quality benchmarks for Unani formulations and ingredients.
Pharmacological & Toxicological Research
Ensuring safety and efficacy of drugs using lab-based studies.
Medicinal Plant Research
Collection, authentication, and phytochemical analysis of herbs.
Literary Research
Editing, translation, and publication of classical Unani texts.
Public Health & Epidemiological Studies
Institutional Network
CCRUM operates through a nationwide network of research institutes and units, including:
Name of Institute
Location
Key Role
Central Research Institute of Unani Medicine (CRIUM)
Hyderabad
Apex institute for clinical and pharmacological research.
Regional Research Institute of Unani Medicine (RRIUM)
Kolkata
Herbal drug and chronic disease research.
RRIUM
Chennai
Public health and field outreach.
RRIUM
Aligarh
Clinical and pharmacopeial studies.
RRIUM
Lucknow
Drug development and quality control.
RRIUM
Patna
Herbal standardization and pilot clinical studies.
Clinical Research Units (CRUs)
Across India
Conduct OPD/IPD studies and public health projects.
Key Research Focus Areas
Focus Area
Major Diseases Studied
Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs)
Diabetes, hypertension, arthritis, obesity.
Respiratory & Skin Disorders
Asthma, eczema, psoriasis, sinusitis.
Digestive & Hepatic Disorders
Hepatitis, liver disorders, peptic ulcers.
Women’s Health
Infertility, menstrual disorders, anemia.
Neurological & Geriatric Care
Migraine, insomnia, cognitive decline.
Public Health
Immunity programs and preventive Unani care.
Flagship Programs & Achievements
Khamira Marwareed (Herbo-mineral formulation) scientifically validated for cardiac health. Majoon Falasifa evaluated for memory and cognitive improvement. Development of Unani Pharmacopoeia Standards in collaboration with PCIM&H. Successful integration of Unani OPDs in major government hospitals under NHM. Digitization of 500+ Unani manuscripts under the Literary Research Project. Establishment of the Herbal Garden at CRIUM Hyderabad housing 250+ species. Publication of Unani Pharmacopoeia of India (UPI) and National Formulary of Unani Medicine (NFUM). Collaboration with ICMR & CSIR on Unani drug validation projects.
Key Achievements at a Glance
Category
Achievements
Public Health Programs
AYUSH integration in community health through Unani mobile units.
Research Output
1,000+ papers published in peer-reviewed journals.
Education & Training
Workshops and CME programs for Unani doctors.
Pharmacopoeia Development
298 monographs published in Unani Pharmacopoeia of India.
