This subject introduces the novel strategies, new methodologies and state-of-the-art techniques for quality research of Chinese medicines. Strategy of systematic evaluation, advanced instruments and analytical techniques including sample preparation and detection will be emphasized in the course. Pre-requisite: None

CILO-1: Keep the students abreast of the cutting-edge progress of quality control of Chinese Medicine. CILO-2: Outline the novel strategies, new methodologies, and state-of-the-art techniques in quality research of Chinese medicines, which will, in turn, benefit their own ongoing research.