18 June 2026
Threesna Sharfina
The Public Relations Office of the Faculty of Pharmacy USU – The Master's and Doctoral Programs in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of North Sumatra (USU), organized an international webinar entitled “Green Innovation in Phytomedicines: Berberine-Rich Extract as a Model of Sustainable Therapeutic” on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. The online event featured international academician Muhammad Ajmal Shah, Ph.D., from Hazara University, Pakistan, as the keynote speaker.
The webinar was organized as part of the Faculty of Pharmacy USU’s commitment to broadening academic perspectives and strengthening international networks in the field of pharmacy, particularly in relation to the development of sustainable phytomedicines. Through this event, students, lecturers, researchers, and healthcare practitioners had the opportunity to gain deeper insights into the latest developments in the utilization of natural products as environmentally friendly and sustainability-oriented therapeutic sources.
In his presentation, Muhammad Ajmal Shah, Ph.D., discussed the potential of berberine-rich extract as a model for sustainable therapeutics that can be developed through a green innovation approach. Berberine is a bioactive compound found in various medicinal plants and has attracted the attention of researchers due to its diverse pharmacological activities that have the potential to support the development of modern therapies based on natural products. The event, which took place from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (GMT+7), was moderated by Dr. Dewi Pertiwi, M.Si., Apt. The interactive discussions throughout the webinar provided participants with opportunities to exchange ideas and deepen their understanding of the opportunities and challenges in developing effective, safe, and sustainable phytomedicines.
Through the organization of this international webinar, the Faculty of Pharmacy USU continues to promote the creation of an academic environment that is open to global collaboration and scientific development. The event also served as a platform to bring together academics and researchers from various countries to share experiences, research findings, and innovations that can benefit the healthcare sector.
This international webinar supports the achievement of several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including:
SDG 4 – Quality Education
The international webinar provides access to current knowledge and scientific advancements through lifelong learning and knowledge exchange with international academics.
SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-Being
The discussion on phytomedicine development and natural product-based therapeutics contributes to the advancement of knowledge that supports innovation in healthcare.
SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
The topic of green innovation in phytomedicine development encourages research and innovation that are oriented toward sustainability and the responsible use of natural resources.
SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
The concept of green innovation highlighted in the webinar emphasizes the importance of developing healthcare products that consider environmental sustainability and resource efficiency.
SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
This activity strengthens international academic cooperation through collaboration between the Faculty of Pharmacy USU and overseas academics in supporting the advancement of science and research.
Through this activity, the Faculty of Pharmacy USU hopes to continue expanding its international academic network while promoting research and innovation that contribute to the advancement of pharmaceutical sciences and public health.
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