The research institute focuses on pioneering interdisciplinary studies at the intersection of biomedical sciences, biotechnology, chemistry, and environmental sustainability. With 12 dedicated faculty members leading cutting-edge projects, our institute combines frontier science with impactful applications in biomedicine, biotechnology, and the chemical industry. The key highlights of our research activities include:
Frontier Biomedical Innovations
- Cancer Therapy: Advancing precision oncology through CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing, enzyme protein engineering, and exploring novel Fucoidan-based cancer treatments for bladder, oral, and bone cancers.
- Immunotherapy and Virology: Developing nanomedicine to enhance treatments for triple-negative breast cancer and viral infections such as dengue and influenza, improving therapeutic efficacy while reducing side effects.
- Cardiovascular Health: Conducting innovative in vitro and clinical studies to uncover new diagnostic tools and therapies for cardiovascular diseases, the leading cause of death globally.
- Microbiota and Infection: Investigating antimicrobial resistance, gut microbiota roles, and alternative antibacterial substances for improving public health and translational medicine.
Biotechnology and Materials Science Advancements
- Nanomedicine and Smart Materials: Creating multifunctional nanomaterials for intelligent drug delivery, disease imaging, and tissue engineering, offering transformative solutions in biomedical applications.
- Self-assembling Materials: Innovating biocompatible, self-assembling materials for biomedical and green energy applications, including drug delivery, antimicrobial agents, and immune modulation technologies.
- Biomedicine from Marine Resources: Harnessing the bioactive compounds and fermentation potential of macro-brown algae to develop biomaterials, medical devices, and therapeutic agents, promoting environmental sustainability.
- Synthetic Biology and Carbon Neutrality: Innovating algae-based synthetic biology platforms for carbon capture and antibiotic-free aquaculture solutions, addressing climate change and food security challenges.
- Biomedical Scaffolds: Developing 3D composite scaffolds for tissue regeneration, enhancing the functionality of biomaterials using novel marine-derived components.
Chemical Innovation for Industry and Sustainability
- Green Chemistry and Energy Materials: Designing crystalline structures for energy storage (H₂, CO₂) and advancing sustainable applications in environmental monitoring and food safety detection.
- Mass Spectrometry: Leveraging advanced techniques to analyze molecular interactions and proteomics under environmental stressors, expanding foundational knowledge for industrial and biomedical applications.
- Protein Engineering and AI: Using AI to study cancer genomics and designing enzymes for environmental sustainability, such as biodegradable plastic-degrading enzymes.
Environmental Sustainability and Net-Zero Goals
- Developing zero-carbon aquaculture systems using algal-bacterial symbiosis and integrating smart monitoring technologies to achieve negative carbon emissions while enhancing productivity.
Global Talent Invitation
- Our institute provides a vibrant ecosystem for innovative research and interdisciplinary collaboration, contributing to breakthroughs in frontier science and impactful industrial applications. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, translational medicine, and cutting-edge biotechnology, we aim to attract and nurture global talent to lead the next generation of advancements in the biomedical and chemical industries. Researchers joining us will have the opportunity to work on transformative projects that address critical challenges in healthcare, environmental conservation, and industrial innovation.
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Update date:2024/12/05