Dr. Pradip Desai Advanced Research Centre
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Dr. Pradip Desai Advance Research Centre is a premier institute dedicated to high-quality biomedical research, diagnostics development, and advanced skill-based training. With expert scientists, cutting-edge infrastructure, and a legacy of impactful research, we specialize in malaria cultivation, antibody–antigen technology, hybridoma science, molecular biology, microbial diagnostics, and infectious disease sample panel preparation.
Our center collaborates with universities, industries, and healthcare institutions to transform scientific innovation into practical diagnostic and therapeutic solutions.
Dr. Pradip K. Desai, a dedicated, devoted, and well-disciplined pathologist and eminent scientist of Surat, Gujarat, India, has contributed his physical and intellectual properties for this center, PDARC.
To emerge as a leading national and international hub for infectious disease research, monoclonal antibody development, and advanced molecular diagnostics, while nurturing scientific talent through world-class training and academic partnerships.
- To conduct high-impact research in malaria, hybridoma technology, molecular biology, and microbial sciences.
- To produce high-quality antibodies, antigens, and diagnostic components for healthcare and biomedical industry needs.
- To develop standardized infectious disease sample panels for kit validation and screening.
- To deliver hands-on, industry-relevant training to students, researchers, and healthcare professionals.
- To faster collaborations with universities, hospitals, and industries for translational research and innovation.
- To maintain safe and advanced laboratory environments, ensuring research accuracy and reliability.
Our Core Expertise
- Hybridoma Technology
- Monoclonal antibody development
- Antibody screening, selection, and optimization
- Large-scale antibody production Hybridoma cell banking
- Malarial Parasite Cultivation (Pf & Pv)
- Continuous Plasmodium falciparum culture
- Plasmodium vivax cultivation using specialized techniques
- Synchronization, characterization & quantification
- Antigen purification (HRP2, pLDH, etc.) for diagnostic assays
- Antibody & Antigen Production
- Polyclonal and monoclonal antibody generation
- Recombinant protein expression
- Diagnostic-grade antigen purification
- Custom antigen–antibody development for industry
- Molecular Biology Research
- PCR, assay development
- Molecular diagnostics validation
- Bacterial & Microbial Research
- Isolation, identification, and culture
- Antibiotic sensitivity testing
- Microbial assay development
- Recombinant expression in bacterial systems
- Infectious Disease Sample Panel Preparation
- FDA-approved ELISA & Rapid Test validated panels
- Panels for diagnostic kit validation, QC & evaluation
- Malaria, HIV, HCV, HBV, syphilis & more
- Screening, documentation & certification
Proffesional Development
Training & Certification
Our center offers university-affiliated, hands-on courses:
- Short-term & Long-term Training
- Hybridoma Technology
- Malarial Cultivation (Pf & Pv)
- Molecular Biology Techniques
- Diagnostic Kit Evaluation
- Bacterial Culture & Microbial Techniques
- Antigen–Antibody Production
- Immunology Lab Training
- Certification Courses
- Cell Culture Techniques
- Microscopy & Slide Interpretation
- ELISA & Rapid Test Screening
- Biosafety & Laboratory Practices
Research Projects
- Standardization of Malarial Parasite (Plasmodium falciparum) Cultivation Under Various Conditions
- Antigen extraction for diagnostic applications
- Long-term Plasmodium vivax cultivation system
- Development of variant-specific LDH antigens
- Next-generation monoclonal antibodies for malaria, HCV, HBV, and syphilis
- Multiplex antigen–antibody detection platforms
Instruments & Facilities
Cell Culture Room
Mammalian Cell Culture Facility
- Class II Biosafety Cabinet
- CO₂ Incubator
- Inverted Phase-Contrast Microscope
- Refrigerated Centrifuge
- Cryopreservation Freezer (–80°C)
- Liquid Nitrogen Storage
- Cell Counter
- Hot Air Oven / Autoclave
Applications
Hybridoma development,
mAb production,
Cell maintenance
Malarial Culture Room
Parasite Laboratory
- CO₂ Incubators
- Class II Biosafety Cabinet
- Microscope
- RBC Washing & Media Prep Station
- Centrifuges
- Water Bath & Shaker
- Controlled Environment System
Applications
Pf & Pv continuous culture,
Antigen purification,
Drug sensitivity studies,
Diagnostic antigen preparation
Bacterial Culture Room
Microbiology Facility
- Laminar Air Flow Hood
- Incubators
- Autoclave
- Colony Counter
- Orbital Shaker
- Refrigerator for culture storage
- pH Meter & Analytical Balance
- Water Purification Unit
Applications
Bacterial culture & identification,
Antibiotic sensitivity testing,
Microbial assay development
Sample Screening & Diagnostic Evaluation
ELISA, Rapid Test Kit evaluation
Sensitivity & specificity analysis
QC panel preparation/ documentation & certification support
Why Choose Dr. Pradip Desai Advance Research?
Experienced scientific team with specialized expertise
Advanced laboratory infrastructure
Proven research achievements in malaria & antibody technology
Hands-on training with real-time lab exposure
Affordable research collaborations & student programs
Reliable diagnostic panel preparation and validation services
Conference & Seminar
- Attended hands on training on the Design and characterization of gene knockdown in E. coli using the CRISPR interference system at Indrashil University, Mehsana, Gujarat, 2024
- Gave a poster presentation and was awarded at the national conference, the 32nd National Congress of Parasitology at Indian Institute of Science and Research (IISER), Pune, Oct 2024
- Gave an oral presentation at the national conference Recent Advances in Sustainable Approaches for Biological Science (RASABIO-2024) at VNSGU, Surat, Jan 2024.
- Attended and presented a poster at the national conference Biological Tools for Sustainable Environment (BTSE-2023) at VNSGU, Gujarat, and was awarded for it.
- Gave an oral presentation and was awarded at the international conference MicCon’24 at Madurai Kamaraj University, Tamil Nadu.
Publications & Achievements
Reactivity of recombinant and native pLDH antigens with seven commercially available rapid diagnostic test kits for malaria diagnosis. In S. Sotirov & T. Pencheva (Eds.), Recent Contributions to Bioinformatics and Biomedical Sciences and Engineering (pp. 156–166). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-31069-0_21
Todorova-Balvay, D., Ravishankaran, R., Pillai, C. R., Ding, X. C., & Desai, P. K. (2023)
Development and characterization of EBV-immortalized heterohybridoma monoclonal antibody targeting hepatitis B surface antigen. Annals of Biology, 41(1), 1–7. Scopus: Agri Bio Research Publishers.
Barman, D., Krishnamurthy, R., Ravishankaran, R., & Shukla, M. (2025)
Expression of recombinant hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) without transmembrane domains for efficient expression in Escherichia coli. J.Bio.Sc.7(5) (2025) doi:10.48047/AFJBS.7.5.2025.254-262
Barman, D., Krishnamurthy, R., Ravishankaran, R., & Shukla, M. (2025)
Research Pipeline
Multiple manuscripts are currently under peer review, originating from recent research in:
- Hybridoma technology
- Malaria biology
- Diagnostic antigen development
* Final publication and citation details in 2026, including journal name, volume/issue, page numbers, and DOI are expected in early 2026 and will be updated here immediately.
Funding / Grant
IIEC, IIT Gandhinagar
“Development of diagnostic Assay for the Detection of Hepatitis B surface Antigen (Ad& Ay).”
₹5 Lakhs
Savli Institute
For institutional research and diagnostic development initiatives
₹10 Lakhs
The Official Inauguration of Dr. Pradip Desai Advanced Research Centre (PDARC)
May 22, 2025 • Surat, India
Dr. Pradip Desai Advanced Research Centre (PDARC) was inaugurated by the worthy hands of Hon. Shri N. Gopalaswamy (Former Chief Election Commissioner, India) and Hon. Shri Shyamal Ghosh (Retired SMC Commissioner) on 22/5/2025. This center is well equipped with the latest instruments, machinery, and intellectual property donated by the founder trustee and past president of Surat Raktadan Kendra and Research Center, a well-known pathologist and scientist, Dr. Pradip Desai, for carrying our advanced research work in blood and blood products and other allied items.
Dr. Pradeep Pethe (President, SRKRC) welcomed all. Founder Trustee Dr. Vinod Shah, Advocate Shri I. J. Desai, CEO Dr. Narendra Vasavada, Hon. Secretary Dr. Pranav Desai, Shri Veeral Desai, Dr. Sanmukh Joshi (Director, Lok Samarpan Blood Bank), and Dr. Suresh Desai were present. Shri N. Gopalaswamy and Shri Shyamal Ghosh appreciated the work and services of Dr. Pradip Desai and SRKRC.
Dr. Kiran Shah (Imm. Past President, SRKRC, Leading Hematologist), Vice President Shri Rajendrabhai Chokhawala, Advocate Shri Kamlesh Patel, Shri Kamlesh Yagnik, Shri Nayanbhai Bharatiya, CA Shri Nilkanth Desai, Shri Bharatbhai Gandhi, Director Dr. Kruti Dumaswala, Dr. Rinku Shukla, and Dr. Kanchan Mishra were present. Dr. K. N. Chavda (Vice Chancellor, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University) expressed best wishes. Guests were felicitated with flowers and mementoes.
SRKRC’s Blood Motivation Committee Members, SRKRC Staff, and invited guests were present. Mrs. Tejal Parekh and Er. Parimal Vyas rendered their services as masters of ceremony.
