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Professor Han Quanbin Simon from Teaching and Research Division made his debut at the 15th International Invention Fair in the Middle East (IIFME) held in Kuwait from 16 to 19 February. He showcased his research invention to experts and scholars from 42 countries and was honored with a gold medal.

The award-winning project, “M-cell GP2-mediated Lymphatic-targeted Drug Carriers”, applies a polysaccharide derived from the Chinese herbal medicine Mongolian Milkvetch Root to strengthen oral vaccine efficacy, offering a new treatment protocol for lymphatic diseases. 

The School extends its heartfelt congratulations to Professor Han on this outstanding achievement. This award not only underscores the School’s exceptional accomplishments in transdisciplinary research but also exemplifies the innovative fusion of traditional Chinese medicine wisdom with cutting-edge technology. Looking ahead, the School remains committed to advancing the modernisation of Chinese medicine and anticipates further breakthroughs where innovative technologies translate into clinical applications.

About 15th International Invention Fair in the Middle East (IIFME)

Organised by the Kuwait Science Club under the patronage of His Highness, the Emir of Kuwait, IIFME is one of the largest specialised exhibitions of inventions and innovations in the Middle East. This year, the event was organised in collaboration with the International Federation of Inventors’ Associations, the World Intellectual Property Organization, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, and the International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva.