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From Embryology to Biological Infrastructure

SABC is initiated and led by experienced experts in the field of modern embryonic biotechnology, updating the world's technology progress following embryo transfer, embryo cryopreservation, in vitro embryo production, and somatic cloning in the 80s and 90s of the twentieth century to today’s cutting-edge stem cell and gene-based innovation

Milestones Achievements

1978–1986 | Embryo Biotechnology Pioneer

Achieved the first successful embryo transfer in an experimental animal (1978) and a domestic animal (1986), establishing the scientific foundation for advanced reproductive biotechnology and embryo engineering.

1983 | Breakthrough in Cryobiology

Developed the world's first successful rapid embryo freezing technology following room-temperature dehydration, marking a major milestone in cryopreservation science and laying the foundation for future biobanking technologies.

1998–2000 | Somatic Cloning & Cell Reprogramming

Pioneered interspecies somatic cell nuclear transfer (SCNT) in endangered wildlife species, advancing cloning technologies for both biodiversity conservation and regenerative biology.

1999 | Human Reproductive Medicine

Established one of Vietnam's earliest clinical semen cryobanking programs and successfully translated cryobiology into human assisted reproductive medicine.

2000-2012 | Advanced Embryo Cryopreservation

Achieved the first successful vitrification of somatic cloning embryos, expanding the technological foundation for cloning, stem cell science, and regenerative medicine. Successful initial cryopreservation of Sutchi Catfish and black tiger shrimp embryos has been achieved

2002 | In Vitro Embryo Production Innovation

Successfully produced, sexed, and transferred in vitro fertilized embryos, advancing reproductive biotechnology and embryo production technologies.

2006–2015 | Biodiversity Infrastructure Development

Expanded core cryobiology and reproductive technologies into biodiversity conservation through strategic collaboration with the Viet–France Biodiversity Program (Biodiva) and JICA. During this period, integrated capabilities in wildlife reproduction, genetic resource preservation, cryobanking, and conservation biotechnology were established, forming the foundation of SABC's Biodiversity Infrastructure.

2008–2015 | Stem Cell Biotechnology & Cell Banking

Established pioneering capabilities in mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) isolation, cryopreservation, expansion, and differentiation. These achievements led to the development of stem cell banking and early translational platforms supporting regenerative medicine.

2010–Present | Clinical Translation & Cell Banking

Implemented stem cell banking technologies and clinical applications in collaboration with leading hematology, obstetrics, blood transfusion, and oncology hospitals, creating a translational platform for next-generation Cell & Gene Therapy (CGT).

2015–Present | Building the SABC Integrated Biological Infrastructure (SABC-IBI)

Initiated the development of the SABC Integrated Biological Infrastructure (SABC-IBI), integrating cryobiology, reproductive biology, stem cell science, genetics, digital technologies, and AI into a unified regional platform. The Biodiversity Infrastructure for biological resource conservation and the SABC-HLP Human Health Infrastructure, supporting regenerative medicine, advanced biomanufacturing, and precision healthcare across Southeast Asia.

SABC experts and collaborators have chaired and participated in many national and international projects working on the application of technological innovations for improving biodiversity conservation, livestock development and for biomedicine.

Research projects

National projects R&D in Embryo Biotechnology (470107, 1980-1985; 52D-0113,1986-1990;KC-08-16); Vietnam National Foundation for Science and Technology Development (NAFOSTED) project on somatic cloning;
project of cooperation with AIRE Development and INRA French on cryobiology and embryo preservation, embryo transfer; project for Promotion of Basic Research Activities for Innovative Biosciences (PROBRAIN), Japan for somatic cloning and vitrification cryopreservation; Vietnam_Italy Project on development of reproductive technology in buffalo; Vietnam-USA project on in vitro fertilization sexing and intercontionental embryo transfer.
MOST Project ĐTĐL 2007/03 for differentiation of human umbilical cord matrix stem cell into neural and cardiac progenitor cells; Viet-Thailand project on induction of corneal epithelial cells;