NEXUS

NEXUS (Network for Ensuring eXemplary and Unblemished Safety) is an innovative blockchain-based application designed to combat counterfeit drugs and enhance pharmaceutical supply chain security. Counterfeit medications pose a significant threat to public health, leading to treatment failures, adverse reactions, and even fatalities. Traditional supply chain systems lack transparency and real-time tracking, making them vulnerable to fraud, diversion, and tampering. NEXUS addresses these challenges by leveraging blockchain technology to ensure transparency, authenticity, and efficiency throughout the supply chain.

We sincerely thank The Tamilnadu Dr.M.G.R Medical University, Chennai for funding this project. We also thank Dr. T. K. Ravi, Principal, College of Pharmacy, SRIPMS, for his constant encouragement throughout the study. It is our privilege and wonderful experience to be part of this esteemed institution, and we owe our sincere thanks to Thiru. R.Sundar Managing Trustee, SNR Sons Trust, Coimbatore.

Team
Principal Investigator:
Dr. S. Sriram
CO- Investigator:
Mr C.D. Shakthivel
Key Contributors:
The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai
Sri Ramakrishna Institute of Paramedical Sciences, College of Pharmacy – Coimbatore
Acknowledgments:
This project is supported through funding by The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai under the Theme-Based Research Initiative 2024.