Advancing research on medicinal plants and their therapeutic applications for public health
The National Phytotherapeutics Research Centre (NPRC) is a nationally recognised centre conducting research on medicinal plants and their therapeutic applications for public health benefit. The centre studies the safety, efficacy and standardisation of plant-based medicines used widely across Kenya and the region.
NPRC works in partnership with the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) and other national and international collaborators. Its work spans ethnobotanical surveys, phytochemical analysis, pre-clinical evaluation of herbal products, and policy engagement on the regulation of traditional medicine.
Identification, conservation and study of Kenya's medicinal plant resources.
Laboratory analysis of bioactive compounds in medicinal plants and herbal products.
Safety and efficacy testing of plant-based therapeutic products.
Documentation of indigenous knowledge on traditional medicine practices.
Joint research programmes with the Kenya Medical Research Institute and partners.
Contributing to standards and policy for the regulation of herbal medicines in Kenya.
National Phytotherapeutics Research Centre (NPRC)
Kenyatta University
P.O. Box 43844 – 00100 GPO
Nairobi, Kenya
