Research Collaborations & Academic Partnerships
Advancing pharmaceutical science through strategic partnerships with leading universities, hospitals, and research institutions
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Active University Partnerships
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Joint Research Projects
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Published Papers
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Student Researchers Trained
The Power of Partnership
Bridging academic excellence with pharmaceutical innovation
Pharmaceutical Expertise
Decades of R&D Experience
- Advanced drug delivery systems
- Pharmaceutical formulation expertise
- 505(b)(2) regulatory strategy
- Quality testing infrastructure
- Product development pipeline
- Commercialization experience
Bridge the gap between academic research and commercial application—your discoveries can reach patients.
World-Class Facilities
5,000 sq ft Pharmaceutical R&D Laboratory
- HPLC, LC-MS, UV-Vis Spectrophotometry
- Dissolution testing apparatus
- Stability chambers (multiple conditions)
- Formulation development equipment
- Pilot-scale manufacturing capability
- Quality control laboratory
Researchers gain access to equipment and expertise typically unavailable at academic institutions.
Funding & Support
Comprehensive Research Support
- Direct research funding ($10K-$500K+ projects)
- Free product samples and materials
- Technical consultation
- Co-authorship on publications
- Student stipends and fellowships
- Conference travel support
- Patent support (if applicable)
Your research accelerated with resources and expertise to maximize impact.
Areas of Collaboration
Cutting-edge research domains seeking partners
Advanced Drug Delivery Systems
Research Topics:
- Liposomal encapsulation optimization
- Oral disintegrating tablet (ODT) development
- Osmotic controlled-release systems
- Transdermal patch technologies
- Microneedle delivery systems
- Nanoparticle formulations
Bioavailability Enhancement
Research Topics:
- Permeation enhancers (natural and synthetic)
- Lipid-based formulations (SEDDS, SLN, NLC)
- Particle size reduction techniques
- Complex formation (cyclodextrins)
- Absorption pathway manipulation
- PK/PD modeling
Cosmeceutical Innovation
Research Topics:
- Peptide delivery through skin
- Anti-aging active mechanisms
- Liposomal skincare formulations
- Microneedle cosmetic applications
- Natural ingredient efficacy
- Clinical efficacy trials
Natural Product Pharmacology
Focus Botanicals:
- Vietnamese herbal extract characterization
- Gac oil (Momordica cochinchinensis)
- Coffee oil bioactives
- Boswellia serrata (anti-inflammatory)
- Hesperidin (vascular health)
- Traditional medicine validation
Pharmaceutical Development (505b2)
Pipeline Products:
- JAK3/TEC inhibitor topical (alopecia)
- CGRP antagonist patch (migraine)
- Peptide microneedle systems
- Novel drug combinations
- Drug repurposing strategies
- Regulatory pathway optimization
Quality by Design (QbD)
Research Topics:
- Design of Experiments (DoE)
- Process Analytical Technology (PAT)
- Critical Quality Attribute identification
- Risk assessment methodologies
- Continuous manufacturing
- Statistical modeling
Partner Institutions
Collaborating with world-class academic and clinical organizations
CNU
California Northstate University College of Pharmacy
📍 Elk Grove, California, USA
Established partnership combining academic excellence with industry expertise to advance pharmaceutical sciences.
Collaboration Scope:
- Research Projects: Transdermal drug delivery, supplement bioavailability studies
- Student Programs: PharmD research rotations, graduate student projects
- Faculty Exchange: Joint seminars, guest lectures
- Clinical Integration: Pharmacy practice insights for product development
Focus Areas:
- Drug delivery system optimization
- Clinical pharmacy practice integration
- Pharmaceutical care research
- Regulatory science
Current Projects:
- “Bioavailability Enhancement of Curcumin Through Liposomal Delivery”
- “Pharmacist Perspectives on Pharmaceutical-Grade Supplements”
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Student Research Projects
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Joint Publications
15+
Conference Presentations
“Partnering with Novoremedy provides our students with real-world pharmaceutical R&D experience that bridges academia and industry. The quality of their science and mentorship is exceptional.”
LHT
Le Huu Trac National Burn Hospital
📍 Hanoi, Vietnam
Vietnam’s leading burn care center, treating thousands of patients annually. Our partnership validates medical device innovations in real clinical settings.
Collaboration Scope:
- Clinical Testing: Wound care products, burn dressings
- Medical Device Validation: Real-world performance evaluation
- Product Development: Clinician input driving design
- Evidence Generation: Clinical data for regulatory submissions
Clinical Trials:
- Wound care dressing efficacy trials
- Liquid bandage formulation testing
- Burn treatment protocol optimization
- Patient quality-of-life assessments
Current Projects:
- “Advanced Hydrogel Dressing for Second-Degree Burns”
- “Liquid Bandage Formulation Optimization”
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Products Validated
200+
Patients Benefited
30%
Healing Improvement
“Novoremedy’s commitment to clinical validation ensures their products truly serve patients. The partnership brings innovative solutions directly to those who need them most.”
HUP
Hanoi University of Pharmacy
📍 Hanoi, Vietnam
Premier pharmaceutical education institution in Vietnam, renowned for herbal medicine research and pharmaceutical sciences.
Collaboration Scope:
- Pharmaceutical Research: Formulation science, quality control
- Herbal Medicine: Vietnamese botanical characterization
- Student Training: Graduate research opportunities
- Method Development: Analytical techniques for traditional medicines
Research Focus:
- Vietnamese herbal extract characterization
- Quality control method development
- Traditional medicine validation
- Pharmaceutical formulation research
Current Projects:
- “Characterization of Vietnamese Gac Oil Bioactives”
- “Quality Control Methods for Herbal Supplement Registration”
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Joint Papers Published
15+
Analytical Methods
25+
Students Trained
“Novoremedy brings international pharmaceutical standards to Vietnamese botanical research, elevating our traditional medicine to global quality levels.”
How We Collaborate
Flexible partnership models to suit your research needs
Sponsored Research
Joint Research
Material Transfer
Student Programs
Facility Access
Sponsored Research
What It Is: Novoremedy funds research at your institution on topics of mutual interest
Structure:
- Funding: Novoremedy provides research grant
- Research: Conducted at your institution using your facilities
- IP: Typically negotiated (often we retain commercial rights, you retain publication rights)
- Duration: 6 months to 2+ years depending on project
- Budget: $10,000 – $500,000+ depending on scope
Ideal For:
- Investigators seeking research funding
- Projects requiring specialized university capabilities
- Studies needing patient populations (clinical)
- Large-scale or long-term investigations
Process:
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Submit Proposal
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Feasibility Discussion
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Detailed Planning
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Contract Negotiation
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IRB/Ethics Approval
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Project Execution
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Publication
Joint Research Projects
What It Is: Collaborative research where both parties contribute resources and expertise
Structure:
- Resources: Shared (we provide materials/funding, you provide facilities/personnel)
- IP: Joint ownership or pre-negotiated split
- Publications: Co-authorship
- Funding: Often co-funded or grant-supported
Advantages:
- Leverage complementary strengths
- Shared risk and investment
- Potential for grant funding (NSF, NIH, etc.)
- Long-term partnership potential
Example Joint Project:
“Optimization of Oral Disintegrating Tablet Formulations”
- CNU: ODT technology, dissolution testing
- Novoremedy: Formulation development, stability studies, commercialization
- Outcome: 2 publications, patent application, product launched
Funding Opportunities We Support:
- SBIR/STTR programs
- NIH grants
- NSF funding
- Industry-academic partnerships
Material Transfer & Testing
What It Is: We provide products, materials, or samples for independent research at your institution
What We Provide:
- Finished products (Novo supplements, cosmetics)
- Prototype formulations
- Raw materials (herbal extracts, novel compounds)
- Reference standards
- Comparator products
What You Investigate:
- Efficacy testing (in-vitro, in-vivo, clinical)
- Mechanism of action studies
- Safety/toxicity evaluation
- Quality analysis
- Comparative studies
IP & Publications:
- Your Rights: You retain right to publish findings
- Our Request: Pre-publication review (confidentiality, 30 days)
- Acknowledgment: Cite material source in publications
- No Restrictions: We don’t censor results (even negative findings publishable)
Process:
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Submit Brief Proposal
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Execute MTA
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Receive Materials
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Conduct Research
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Share Results
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Publish
No Cost: Materials provided free for legitimate research
Student Research Programs
What It Is: Student-led research projects with Novoremedy involvement
Graduate Students (MS/PhD):
- Thesis/Dissertation Research: Conducted at Novoremedy CIS facility OR your institution
- Co-mentoring: Your faculty advisor + our scientists
- Duration: 1-3 year projects
- Stipend: Possible (case-by-case, competitive)
- Publication: Authorship and conference presentation support
Summer Internships:
- 10-12 week intensive research
- Hands-on pharmaceutical R&D
- Stipend provided
- Possible publication/conference
- Professional development
Postdoctoral Fellows:
- 1-2 year fellowships
- Independent research in drug delivery, formulation, or pharmaceutics
- Competitive stipend
- Publication expectations
- Career development (academic or industry pathways)
Benefits to Students:
- Real-world pharmaceutical R&D experience
- Industry mentorship
- State-of-the-art equipment access
- Networking opportunities
- Resume/CV enhancement
- Possible future employment
Facility Access & Equipment Sharing
What It Is: Access to CIS laboratory and equipment for your research needs
Available at The Center for Innovation & Science (Ukiah, CA):
Analytical Equipment:
- HPLC systems (multiple)
- LC-MS (Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry)
- UV-Vis Spectrophotometer
- Dissolution testing apparatus
- Particle size analyzer
- pH meters, titrators
- Microscopy
Formulation Lab:
- High-shear mixers
- Homogenizers
- Hot/cold processing
- Compounding capabilities
- Specialized delivery system equipment
Stability Testing:
- Multiple environmental chambers (40°C/75% RH, 25°C/60% RH, 5°C)
- Photostability chamber
Use Cases:
- Access to equipment not available at your institution
- Collaborative experiments
- Method development requiring specialized instruments
- Student training on pharmaceutical equipment
- Pilot-scale formulation development
Terms:
- Scheduling: Advance reservation required
- Training: Provided by our staff
- Supervision: Our scientists available for guidance
- Fees: Negotiated (often free for collaborative projects)
Let’s Start a Conversation
Connect with our research team to explore partnership opportunities
Primary Contact
Dr. Hiep X. Nguyen, PharmD, PhD
CEO & Head of Research
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The Center for Innovation & Science
2001 Talmage Road
Ukiah, California 95482, USA
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