Pharma 4.0: Futuristic Pharma through Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality (ARVR)
Editors:
Prof. (Dr.) Amit Kumar • Mr. Prakash Nathaniel Kumar Sarella • Mrs. Vinny Therissa Mangam
Mrs. Udaya Kumari Tula • Dr. Pammi Usha Sri
5th November 2026
9788198765758
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Book Description
In the era of Industry 4.0, the pharmaceutical sector is undergoing a seismic shift toward “Pharma 4.0”—a paradigm where data-driven intelligence, connectivity, and immersive technologies converge to redefine drug discovery, manufacturing, and patient care. “Pharma 4.0: Futuristic Pharma through Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality (ARVR)” provides a comprehensive roadmap for this transformation.
This edited volume bridges the gap between core pharmaceutical sciences and cutting-edge immersive technology. It explores how Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Mixed Reality (MR) are not merely visual aids but critical tools for enhancing molecular visualization, streamlining high-tech manufacturing, and improving patient adherence.
Across twelve chapters, the book moves from the technical foundations of immersive reality to its applications in drug discovery, pharmacy education, industrial training, plant engineering, smart maintenance, regulatory compliance, patient care, and rapid prototyping.
Key Objectives
- Foundational Knowledge: Establishing the technical principles of AR, VR, and MR within the life sciences context.
- Research & Discovery: Investigating the role of immersive visualization in drug-receptor modeling and collaborative virtual labs.
- Operational Excellence: Detailing the implementation of AR/VR in GMP-compliant manufacturing, equipment maintenance, and plant walkthroughs.
- Educational Innovation: Reimagining pharmacy education and workforce training through high-fidelity simulations and virtual role-play.
- Patient Empowerment: Enhancing therapeutic outcomes via AR-guided medical devices and VR-based rehabilitation.
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Contents & Chapter Previews
The Foundations of Immersive Reality in Life Sciences
Author: Dr. Mrudula Raj Vangam, Department of Pharmacy Practice, Sir C.R. Reddy College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Andhra Pradesh, India
VR in Drug Discovery and Research
Author: Raviteja Nandeti, Department of Pharmacy Practice, Sir C.R. Reddy College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Andhra Pradesh, India
The Virtual Classroom for Visualizing Anatomy and Mechanisms of Drug Action
Author: Mrs. Udaya Kumari Tula, Research Scientist, DSK Biopharma Inc., Morrisville, North Carolina, USA
Simulated Industrial Pharmacy for VR Lab Training and SOPs
Author: Ushaswini Galla, Department of Pharmacy Practice, Sir C.R. Reddy College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Andhra Pradesh, India
Virtual Soft Skills for Interactive Role-Play and Patient Counseling
Author: Farheen Abdul, Department of Pharmacy Practice, Sir C.R. Reddy College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Andhra Pradesh, India
Virtual Plant Walkthroughs and Layout Engineering
Author: Roshini Devi Davala, Department of Pharmacy Practice, Sir C.R. Reddy College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Andhra Pradesh, India
Augmented Operations for Smart Maintenance and SOP Training
Author: Lakshmi Vasadi, Department of Pharmacy Practice, Sir C.R. Reddy College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Andhra Pradesh, India
Pharma IoT and AR Dashboards for Real-Time Environmental Monitoring
Author: Snigdha Kokkiripati, Department of Pharmacy Practice, Sir C.R. Reddy College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Andhra Pradesh, India
Virtual Audits and Regulatory Compliance in Pharma 4.0
Author: M. Mushraff Ali Khan, Department of Pharmaceutics, Sultan-Ul-Uloom College of Pharmacy, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Patient-Centric AR for Interactive Training and Medication Adherence
Author: Zulekha Mohammad, Department of Pharmacy Practice, Sir C.R. Reddy College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Andhra Pradesh, India
AR/VR for Mental Health and Rehabilitation
Author: Jagruthi Gujjaru, Department of Pharmacy Practice, Sir C.R. Reddy College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Andhra Pradesh, India
Conceptualization and Rapid Prototyping for Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Applications
Author: Phanindra Kimidi, Department of Pharmacy Practice, Sir C.R. Reddy College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Andhra Pradesh, India






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