The Institute for Microalgae and Pharmacosmetics (IMPC) is a research institute under the Vietnam Academy of Agriculture.

IMPC conducts in-depth research in the fields of Microalgae Biotechnology and Cosmeceuticals. Researches include survey, assessment, isolation of microalgae genetic resources (freshwater and saltwater), building of Vietnam’s microalgal gene bank, and storage of microalgae genetic resources with potential applications in the field of microalgae. food for human health, food for aquaculture, raw materials for cosmetic pharmaceutical industry and environmental treatment.

IMPC researches and develops technologies and models for growing microalgae in raceway systems, tubular or panel photobioreactors, and induction technology for synthesizing biologically active natural compounds. Science and technology for the collection and treatment of microalgae biomass. read more…