The next international scientific seminar was held at the Faculty of Biology and Ecology of the National University of Uzbekistan within the framework of the “Dolzarb 90 kun” initiative.

The seminar was dedicated to the topic “Determining the superiority of deep eutectic solvents – microwave-assisted extraction of Micromelum minutum polysaccharides: a synergistic approach for the treatment of diabetes”.

Dr. Muhammad Hakimin Bin Shafie, a researcher at the Faculty of Analytical Biochemistry, Institute of Science Malaysia, participated in this seminar with a report. In his presentation, he spoke in detail about modern extraction methods, in particular, methods for obtaining useful polysaccharides from plant biomaterials, especially from Micromelum minutum, through a combination of deep eutectic solvents (DESs) and microwave technologies. They were distinguished by their potential synergistic effect in the treatment of diabetes.

The seminar was based on advanced scientific research conducted at the intersection of modern chemistry and biopharmaceuticals, in which the following technologies took a central place:

– Deep eutectic solvents (DESs) are low-temperature, environmentally friendly, recyclable solvents that are characterized by low toxicity and high selectivity compared to traditional organic solvents.

– Microwave-assisted extraction (MAE) is an innovative method that allows for the rapid, energy-efficient and biologically active extraction of natural compounds.

– Micromelum minutum is a plant growing in tropical regions, the polysaccharides in which have been scientifically proven to have antihyperglycemic, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

The results of obtaining effective polysaccharides from Micromelum minutum through the synergistic application of these two technologies and studying them as a potential pharmacological agent in the treatment of diabetes were widely discussed at the seminar.

“Relevant 90 Days” is an innovative scientific and educational initiative launched by the National University of Uzbekistan in the summer of 2025, within the framework of which seminars, workshops, startups and meetings with experts are being held.

The “Young Biochemists” club of the Faculty of Biology and Ecology is actively involved in important topics in the field of biochemistry. The “NUU Public Talks” club serves to attract young scientists to science and integrate them into the international academic arena.

The seminar was held in English, and students got acquainted with modern science firsthand.