RESEARCH GROUP
NATURAL PRODUCT AND BIOORGANIC CHEMISTRY
Faculty of Science and Mathematics, Universitas Diponegoro
About Us
The Natural Product and Bioorganic Chemistry Research Group is a dedicated community of academics and researchers committed to advancing science and technology in the fields of natural product and bioorganic chemistry. Our focus includes the exploration, synthesis, and application of organic and natural compounds to address challenges in health, environment, and industry.
What is Natural Product and Bioorganic Chemistry?
Natural Product Chemistry is a branch of chemistry that studies compounds derived from natural sources such as plants, animals, and microorganisms. It involves isolating, characterizing, and utilizing bioactive compounds for various applications, including pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and industrial materials.
Bioorganic Chemistry merges the principles of organic chemistry with biology to understand and manipulate biological processes at the molecular level. It emphasizes the synthesis and study of organic compounds interacting with biomolecules in biological systems.
Why is Natural Product and Bioorganic Chemistry Important?
- Environmental Sustainability: Developing eco-friendly materials and processes to replace harmful synthetic substances.
- Health Innovation: Discovering and developing new drugs from natural sources with high therapeutic potential.
- Industrial Excellence: Supplying high-quality organic raw materials for various industries, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food.
- Utilizing Local Resources: Leveraging Indonesia’s rich biodiversity by exploring indigenous microorganisms and bioactive compounds.
Our Approach
- Interdisciplinary: Combining organic synthesis, biochemistry, enzymology, and bioelectrochemistry to achieve comprehensive research outcomes.
- Collaborative: Partnering with academic institutions, industries, and research organizations nationally and internationally to expand research impact.
- Innovative: Employing advanced technologies and sophisticated analytical methods to enhance research quality and efficiency.
- Application-Oriented: Emphasizing real-world applications of research outcomes to solve societal and industrial problems.
Our Strengths
- Multidisciplinary Approach: Integrating diverse expertise to create innovative solutions.
- State-of-the-Art Laboratories: Advanced facilities supporting high-quality research.
- Experienced Research Team: Led by renowned experts in their fields.
- Technology Transfer: Transforming research outcomes into industrial products and processes.
How We Work
- Collaborative Research: Team members take on specific roles while working synergistically on various projects.
- Technology Transfer: Connecting research results with industrial and societal needs.
- Human Resource Development: Engaging undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students in research to nurture future scientists.
Our Research Focus
Our group conducts a wide range of research activities, including:
- Organic Synthesis: Developing novel methods for synthesizing organic compounds for industrial and healthcare applications.
- Natural Product Chemistry: Isolating and characterizing bioactive compounds from plants and microorganisms.
- Organic Material Standards: Providing standard materials through isolation and synthesis to support research and industry.
- Analysis and Standardization of Active Compounds: Designing precise analytical methods to ensure active compound quality.
- In Silico Studies of Active Compounds: Utilizing computational simulations to understand mechanisms and potential bioactive compounds.
- Active Compound Delivery Systems: Researching effective and efficient delivery techniques for active compounds.
- Medical Biochemistry: Studying the interaction of bioactive compounds with human biological systems.
- Functional Foods: Developing food products with additional health benefits.
- Enzymology: Exploring and applying enzymes in industries and healthcare.
- Exploration of Indigenous Microorganisms: Researching endophytic, halophilic, and thermophilic microorganisms for their bioactive potential.
- Bioelectrochemistry: Utilizing electrochemistry in biotechnology and active compound research.
Our Key Researchers
- Agustina Lulus Aminin, Dr.
- Bambang Cahyono, Prof. Dr
- Dwi Hudiyanti, Prof. Dr. MSc.
- Dra. Enny Fachriyah, M.Si.
- Ismiyarto, Prof. Ph.D.
- Mukhammad Asy’ari, Dr.
- Marcelinus Christwardana, S.T., Ir., M.T., Ph.D., IPM., ASEAN Eng.
- Meiny Suzery, Prof. Dr.
- Muhammad Badrul Huda, M.Sc.
- Ngadiwiyana, Dr.
- Parsaoran Siahaan Prof. Dr.
- Purbawatiningrum Ria Sarjono, MSi.
Contact Us
📍 Departement of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Mathematics, Universitas Diponegoro, Tembalang, Semarang
📧 email: chemistry@undip.ac.id
🌐 www.chemistry. undip.ac.id
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