The Faculty of Pharmacy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) proudly hosted a guest lecture by Prof. Taifo Mahmud, Ph.D., from Oregon State University, USA. The lecture, titled “Contemporary Approaches to Natural Product-based Drug Discovery and Development,” was held on August 15, 2024, at Unit IX of the Faculty of Pharmacy UGM.
Prof. Mahmud, a distinguished researcher in the field of pharmaceutical sciences, delivered an engaging presentation to an audience comprising Master’s and Doctoral degree students of UGM’s Faculty of Pharmacy. The lecture focused on the latest advancements in drug discovery and development from natural products, highlighting the role of biotechnology and medicinal chemistry in pioneering innovative therapeutic solutions.
The event is part of a broader academic collaboration between UGM and Oregon State University, aimed at fostering joint research and educational initiatives in pharmaceutical sciences. This partnership underscores UGM’s commitment to enhancing its global academic network and providing students with opportunities to learn from leading experts in the field.
The participation of UGM’s postgraduate students in this event reflects the university’s dedication to advancing pharmaceutical education and research in Indonesia. Prof. Mahmud’s lecture not only enriched the students’ academic experience but also inspired them to contribute to the ongoing development of natural product-based therapies.
The participation of UGM’s postgraduate students in this event reflects the university’s dedication to advancing pharmaceutical education and research in Indonesia. Prof. Mahmud’s lecture not only enriched the students’ academic experience but also inspired them to contribute to the ongoing development of natural product-based therapies, in line with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) number 4 on quality education, as well as SDG number 17, which emphasizes the importance of global partnerships in achieving these goals.