Halal Science Center Chulalongkorn University Focuses on development and research
of innovation beginning from the development of animal fat types analysis technique which received its research budget from Budget Bureau in 2000, and many more private and government organizations
Why conducting Halal Science research?
- To analyse the complication of ingredients and food production process
- To protect Muslim and non-Muslim consumers
- To add value to Halal products of Thailand
- To use Halal Science as a tool for development in human resource, social science and economics, and science and technology
- To create the Halal Science innovation to earn both national and international academic acceptance
What types of research have been conducted by the Halal Science Center?
- Food Adulteration based on Islamic Law
– Testing Development
* DNA analysis: Multiplex real-time PCR, DNA sequencing; PGM)
* Chemical analysis:
1) Gelatin; LC-MS/MS,
2) Phospholipid; LC-QTOF
– Renewable ingredient development for food and medicinal purposes e.g., bioactive compounds locally found in the three southern provinces of Thailand and plants and herbs found in Islamic Literature
- Non-food Testing development
– Cosmetics
* Development in Halal cosmetic products
– Halal Innovation Products using Nanotechnology
What have we achieved from Halal Science Research?
H-NUMBERS
Halal ingredient reference is a reference book to facilitate industrial sectors in selecting Halal ingredients for their food production based on Islamic Law.
ANADA SUNSCREEN CREAM
This natural sunscreen made from natural white clay (Kaolin) and black cumin seed oil is a product developed by the Halal Science Center, Chulalongkorn University. Kaolin in this sunscreen helps protect your skin from UVA & UVB, and black cumin seed oil has an antimicrobials effect. Anada Sunscreen cream has a pH value of 7.5 – 8.5 with an SPF of 30. It is not sticky and easily absorbed. Apply to your face, neck, and body 15 minutes before sun exposure. Re-apply every 2-3 hours. Dermatologist tested.
ANTI-ACNE CREAM
This anti-acne cream is composed of kaolin, bentonite, and black seed oil. Habbatus
NAJIS CLEANSING CLAY
This fragrance-free of the pH value of 5.5-6.5
Dr.Surin Pitsuwan
Research and Innovation Laboratory
1. Nutrition Biochemistry Laboratory
can be used to analyse sample at very low quantity. The Q-TOF mass spectrometry (MS) uses the technique of separating all ions from each other based on the mass-to-charge ratio (m/z) of different types of ions. Separated ion is then conveyed to detector to measure the quantity. The data is calculated and displayed in form of mass spectrum which is the graph showing the amount of ion per its mass-to-charge ratio (m/z) of each type.
This method is popularly used in food sample and chemical sample to determine the type of protein, qualitative polypeptide analysis, medical indicator of disease, pharmacological analysis of drugs, etc.
2. Nano Technology and Cosmetics Laboratory
is a science and innovation laboratory which specialized and divided
Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) is a type of electron microscope that produces images of a sample by scanning the surface with a focused beam of electrons.
Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) is a
Finally, Confocal laser scanning microscope is an optical imaging technique for increasing optical resolution and contrast of a micrograph resulting in
The second area of the research lab is the cosmetics area where development and research of halal products are taken place. The installed Cutometer can analyse moisture content, elasticity and skin’s strength of the product. Also, the lab is equipped with advanced and dependable tools for use in cosmetics production for the development of innovative nanotechnology and global improvement.
3. Molecular Biology Research Laboratory
Liquid Ion Torrent Personal Genome Machine (PGM) is Next Generation Sequencing; NGS
that can detect the genome of any organism enabling the identification of every animal
Digital Droplet PCR is the method that can be used to directly quantify and clonally amplify nucleic acids strands (DNA) by polymerase chain reaction. The method can be used to detect contamination of animal’s DNA with absolute accuracy without the help of standard solution in comparison, in which help reduce cost and make
In addition, cell and bacterial cell culture research are conducted to analyse new innovative halal products from nanotechnology and cosmetics research.
The Tan Sri Dr. Surin Pitsuwam Halal Science
Research and Innovation Laboratory
While serving as the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand in 1999, H.E. Tan Sri
Later, before taking up the post of ASEAN Secretary-General in 2008, H.E. Tan Sri
For many years, the Halal Science Center, Chulalongkorn University has continuously cohosted the Halal Science, Industry, and Business Conference (HASIB) with the Central Islamic Council of Thailand. More recently, the HASIB Conference has been promoted as the Thailand Halal Assembly (THA). As a member of the Halal Science Center Executive Board of Committee, which the President of Chulalongkorn University chairs, H.E. Tan Sri Dr. Surin Pitsuwan kindly delivered the keynote speeches at every THA Conference. These speeches always offered both valued and visionary insights into research and innovations within Halal Science.
At 13.30 on the 30th of November, 2017, while preparing to leave his residence to preside over the 4th THA (the 10th HASIB) Conference as the representative of the Prime Minister of Thailand, H.E. Tan Sri
To commemorate H.E. Tan Sri
Samples of Academic Services and Research of the Center
Clay Soap development
for cleansing of Nayis (Dirty things according to Islamic commandments)
Collagen Separation and Analysis
Obtained from various animals using LC / MS / MS
Cosmetic product development
that is free from contamination, prohibited by Islamic commandments.
Development of mass and charges
analysis techniques for animal protein separation
Development of Multiplex Real-Time PCR
DNA detection of Islamic prohibited animals that may contaminate in food, cosmetic and medical products.
Comparative study on animal’s
stress and pain signal when slaughtered with different techniques, HPLC, PCR and Real-Time PCR.
Development of healthy snack products
from herbs according to the Islamic teachings to strengthen Muslim health and exports.
Development of contamination detector reagent
according to Islamic principles with immunological techniques.
Study of active ingredients
In Black Cumin’s seed
Metal quantity analysis
with ICP
Study of the effect of active ingredient
In Black Cumin’s seed to reduce blood sugar levels
Determination of antibiotic content (Amoxicillin)
In animal food using HPLC
Study of the properties of active extracts
from Black Cumin’s seed of its effect on gene in cancer cells.
Additionally, Halal science