Short Bio
🌊 Dr. Trung Nguyen is a dedicated marine biorefinery researcher with a strong background in Food Science and Medical Biotechnology. With a Master’s and PhD, Dr. Nguyen specializes in food innovation, natural product development, and sustainable production. Passionate about leveraging underutilized marine resources, he aims to promote a circular blue bioeconomy through innovative research.
Education
🎓 Dr. Nguyen holds both a Master’s and a PhD in Food Science and Medical Biotechnology, equipping him with the knowledge and skills to advance research in marine biorefinery and sustainable production practices.
Experience
🔬 Currently, Dr. Nguyen is a Research Associate at Flinders University, where he focuses on advanced marine biomanufacturing and bioproducts. His previous role in the Centre for Marine Bioproducts Development involved developing proposals for various biorefinery projects and conducting experiments on marine biomasses. Dr. Nguyen has led interdisciplinary teams and supervised postgraduate students, fostering the next generation of researchers.
Research Interests
🔍 Dr. Nguyen’s research interests include biorefinery of marine by-products, food innovation, and the development of value-added products from underutilized marine biomasses. He is particularly focused on the bioprocessing of shrimp, seaweeds, and microalgae to enhance sustainability and efficiency in food production.
Awards
🏆 Dr. Nguyen has received several accolades, including the Marine Midas Award from the Medical Biotechnology Department at Flinders University in 2016 and the Flinders Golden Key, recognizing his academic excellence. He was also acknowledged as a member of the Australian AI, showcasing his contributions to the field.
Publications Top Notes :
đź“š Dr. Nguyen has authored several significant publications, including:
- Transforming Spirulina maxima Biomass into Ultrathin Bioactive Coatings Using an Atmospheric Plasma Jet: A New Approach to Healing of Infected Wounds (2023, Small). This study introduces an innovative method for creating bioactive coatings from Spirulina biomass, enhancing wound healing and addressing antibiotic resistance.
- High Solubility and Bioavailability of Lobster Shell-Derived Calcium for Significantly Proliferating Bone and Skin Cells In Vitro (2023, Marine Drugs). This research demonstrates the potential of lobster shell waste as a viable source of functional calcium, promoting cell proliferation and addressing environmental concerns.