Sunway Biofunctional Molecules Discovery Centre
Overview
The Sunway Biofunctional Molecules Discovery Centre (SBMDC) evolves from its predecessor to shift towards the enhancement of translation research and application-driven discoveries by leveraging the state-of-the-art facilities at the Research Centre. We aim to promote interdisciplinary research by constructively aligning the research focus to that of the School of Medical and Life Sciences as well as other research priorities of the University. Please visit the SBMDC site at this link: https://sites.google.com/view/sbmdc-resource-page/home
Vision
To be a globally recognized leader in biofunctional molecules research and innovation for the advancement of scientific knowledge which creates positive impact on human health, environmental and sustainable development.
Mission
To conduct world-class research in the development and characterization of novel biofunctional molecules that brings value and benefit to industry and society.
Principal Activities
The Centre’s core research focus revolves around the discovery of novel biofunctional molecules with specific activities that could potentially lead to the successful translation for broad range of applications in pharmaceutical, cosmeceutical, nutraceutical agriculture, foods, surfactants, and a whole range of other industries.
Featured Projects
Tailoring supramolecular isomerism for efficient carbon dioxide adsorption
Investigation of the mechanism of action of some bioactive metal-based molecules against dengue virus envelope protein
Structural and biological evaluation of coinage metal(I) complexes and their co-crystals
Assessing the Biological Properties of Coordination Compounds with Ligands Derived from Amino Acids.
Exploring the Biological Evaluation of Dithiolate Metal Complexes.
Addressing Climate Issues with Metal-Organic Frameworks Featuring Ligands Derived from Amino Acids.
