Biopharmaceutical Research Unit

Biopharmaceutical Research Unit

Profile

The research unit is devoted to advancing innovative medical research, and reinforce collaboration in fulfilling biopharmaceutical research and development.

Leader

Assoc. Prof. Dr Tham Hong Wai

Team Members

  • Ms Rini Dinesh Sangarran
  • Ms Chia Lee Huang
  • Ms Abileshini Venkatesan

Relevant SDGs

  • SDG 3
  • SDG 4
  • SDG 15
ONGOING AND COMPLETED PROJECTS (SINCE 2020) PROJECT STATUS DURATION FUNDING (RM) COLLABORATORS
Exploring the Therapeutic Potential of Alpha-Tocopherol-Rich Beta vulgaris Extracts in Alleviating Dopaminergic Neuron Degeneration in a Caenorhabditis elegans Model of Parkinson’s Disease On-going 18 months 20,000  
Expression of Zika Virus Envelope Protein (Domain III) for Virus-Mosq2uito Interaction Studies Completed 2 years 25,000 Monash Malaysia
Optimization and Evaluation of Anti-Aging Cosmetic Formjlations that contain Centella Asiatica or Curcuma Longa Linn Extracts On-going 2.5 years 49,000 UNIVERSITI MALAYA
Differential Gene Responses of Human Neuronal Cells in Response to Herpes Simplex Virus 1 (HSV-1) Infection On-going 3 years 45,200 Hospital UKM, Taylor’s
PUBLICATIONS
Emerging Role of Galectins as Molecular Targets for Cancer Therapy: A Review.
Microbial Growth Inhibitory Activities of Skin and Seed Methanolic Extracts of Pisum sativum.
Unlocking the potential of nanotechnology in advancing pulmonary drug delivery systems.
Simultaneous quantification of asiaticoside and madecassoside by high-performance thin-layer chromatography in Centella asiatica extract.
Formulation and in vitro evaluation of gels with Centella Asiatica extracts for cosmeceutical purpose.
Decriminalising and Legalising Cannabis for Clinical Benefits in Malaysia: Perspective Among Pharmacists (A Qualitative Study)
Rational Design, Synthesis, Analysis and Antifungal Activity of Novel Myristic Acid Derivatives as N-Myristoyltransferase Inhibitors.
Evaluation of the Total Flavonoid, Phenolic content, and Antioxidant activity in Sabah Snake Grass Extracts.
Knowledge, Awareness, and Perception of Genetic Testing for Hereditary Disorders Among Malaysians in Klang Valley.
Viral determinants and vector competence of zika virus transmission.
Knowledge, awareness, and perception of Community Pharmacists to Zika virus infection in Klang Valley, Malaysia.
Formulation and Evaluation of Topical Acyclovir Gel Using Different Polymers
Antimicrobial Activities of Extracts from the Peels, Juice Vesicles, and Seeds of Citrus paradisi.