PHYTOMED Research Group is a top-tier research group at USTH, officially established in 2023 under the leadership of Assoc. Prof. Nguyen Hai Dang.
1. PHYTOMED Research group members:
| No. | Full name | Title | Major | Position |
| 1 | Nguyen Hai Đang | PhD | Biochemistry | Leader |
| 2 | Le Thanh Huong | PhD | Pathology, Toxicology, Genetics, and Nutrition | Key member |
| 3 | Tran Thi Thu Phuong | PhD | Immunology and Health Biology | Key member |
| 4 | Nguyen Xuan Nhiem | PhD | Medicinal Chemistry | Key member |
| 5 | Nguyen Thi Trang Huyen | PhD | Developmental Biology | Key member |
| 6 | Tran Tuan Anh | PhD | Natural Products Chemistry and Synthetic Biology | Key member |
| 7 | Nguyen Phuong Nga | PhD | Bioassays and In Vivo Studies | Member |
| 8 | Đo Thi Trang | PhD | Natural Products Chemistry | Member |
| 9 | Duong Thu Trang | Msc | Biotechnology and PharmacyMember | Member |
| 10 | Đo Hoang Giang | Msc | Inorganic Chemistry | Member |
| 11 | Phan Thi Tu Uyen | Msc | Research assistant | |
| 12 | Vu Hong Van | Bar | Research assistant |
2. Research Objectives:
3. RESEARCH EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE
Since its establishment in 2023, the PHYTOMED Research Group has conducted several notable studies.
- Bioassays:
- Cytotoxicity Assessment:
- Anti-inflammatory Activity Assessment:
- Anti-osteoporosis Activity:
- Antioxidant Activity and Enzyme Inhibition:
- Investigation of the Mechanisms of Action of Active Compounds on Molecular Targets:
- Anticancer Mechanisms:
- Anti-osteolytic Mechanisms:
- Anti-inflammatory Mechanisms:
4. Research Collaboration:
PHYTOMED Research Group collaborates with reputable research partners both domestically and internationally. These partners include universities, research institutes, and companies in the environmental and pharmaceutical sectors, with the aim of enhancing research effectiveness and promoting practical applications.
5. Prospects for Research Collaboration
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Build and strengthen the research group to conduct further studies on the mechanisms of action and in vivo testing of bioactive compounds derived from Vietnam’s natural resources.
- Establish strong and long-term partnerships with chemists, scientists, and industry partners to enhance the value of Vietnam’s natural products and support the development of new products, from scientific research to commercialization.
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Contact Information:
PHYTOMED Research Group
Assoc. Prof. Nguyen Hai Dang
Room 303, Building A21, USTH
