The Medical Sciences Division (MSD) of the Macau University of Science and Technology (M.U.S.T) was established in September 2022 as a dynamic and innovative research and education platform focusing on modern scientific approaches to promote human health. The MSD consists of the Faculty of Chinese Medicine and the Faculty of Medicine with the School of Pharmacy integrated into the Faculty of Medicine, as well as the newly established Institute for AI in Medicine and Precision Regenerative Medicine Research Center. The State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicine and University Hospital work closely with the Medical Sciences Division and support its development.
The State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicine is the first State Key Laboratory in China dedicated to the field of Chinese Medicine. Its research focuses on two main directions: the innovative technologies and methods for quality controls and optimization of herbal medicines and Chinese medicine compounds, as well as the key techniques and quality standards for the development of high-quality new Chinese medicinal drugs. The laboratory currently consists of eight research laboratories and research centers, including the "Dr. Neher's Biophysics Laboratory for Innovative Drug Discovery," a Nobel laureate workstation.
Chinese Medicine is a treasure in traditional Chinese culture and is becoming an important part of the modern medical system. The Faculty of Chinese Medicine is committed to promoting the development of Chinese Medicine and is listed into the 13th Five-Year Plan of the Chinese government. The Faculty of Chinese Medicine was established in 2000 and offers a complete degree program system, laying a solid foundation for the sustainable development of Chinese Medicine in Macau.
The Faculty of Medicine joined forces with the School of Pharmacy recently to strengthen the basis for pharmaceutical and clinical teaching and research. The Faculty of Medicine offers the only comprehensive Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) course in Macau, aiming to train tomorrow's doctors who are skilled, confident, and caring. The Faculty also established the Center for Medical Education in Medical Simulation and the Center for Continuing Medical and Health Education to promote professional development and continuing education for medical professionals. The School of Pharmacy at Macau University of Science and Technology was established in 2016. It is the only educational institution that offers both bachelor and doctoral degree in pharmacy authorized by the Macao S.A.R. government providing students with training to understand the comprehensive range of explicit uses of drugs in pharmaceutical research and an opportunity to join in drug discovery and development.
The MSD of M.U.S.T. is dedicated to promoting innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and excellence in research and education to advance the field of medical sciences and improve human health.