Anti-HP Pro is a testament to the potential of applying scientific research to address public health issues, particularly in the field of traditional medicine integrated with modern technology. Originating from the desire to harness local medicinal herbs and traditional remedies to develop a fully natural herbal product, a team of professors, PhDs, and experts from Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry collaborated to create Anti-HP Pro—a product that supports the treatment of gastric ulcers, particularly by eliminating Helicobacter pylori (HP), the leading cause of many gastric conditions.
Focusing on the bioactive properties extracted from the leaves of the Sacred Fig (Bồ đề)—a medicinal plant known for its strong antibacterial effects, wound-healing promotion, and soothing properties for mucosal damage—the research team underwent a rigorous, multi-year R&D process. This journey included not only testing for pharmacological efficacy but also safety assessments, clinical trials, and real-world effectiveness evaluations. Anti-HP Pro goes beyond replicating a traditional remedy by incorporating modern technologies in formulation, extraction, and packaging to ensure consistent quality, stable efficacy, and user convenience. Although the specific tech stack has not been publicly disclosed, the involvement of experts in biotechnology, food technology, and chemistry clearly indicates that the product was developed on an interdisciplinary scientific foundation.
Unlike conventional HP treatment methods that rely heavily on antibiotics—which can lead to resistance, side effects, or disruption of the gut microbiome—Anti-HP Pro offers a new approach: using herbal bioactives to inhibit HP naturally, sustainably, and with minimal side effects. This opens up an alternative or complementary option to current treatment regimens, especially in the face of growing antibiotic resistance.
The perseverance and dedication of the research team have been widely recognized within the innovation ecosystem. Anti-HP Pro was named among the Top 10 at Techfest 2017—one of Vietnam’s largest platforms for tech startups. In 2019, the product was honored in the Vietnam Innovation Golden Book, affirming its novelty, applicability, and positive social impact. Notably, the project also received funding from the Newton Fund of the Royal Academy of Engineering (UK), aimed at supporting the commercialization of the research in the UK market—a major milestone for its international scaling journey.
From the development journey of Anti-HP Pro, several valuable lessons can be drawn for technology startup founders. First, impactful tech products do not necessarily stem from high-tech breakthroughs—they can emerge from creative combinations of traditional knowledge and modern science. Second, the research process should be accompanied by a clear commercialization strategy—from efficacy testing to brand building and seeking supportive partnerships. Finally, effectively leveraging grant programs and academic-industry collaborations, both domestic and international, is a crucial catalyst for bringing products to market and scaling them.
Anti-HP Pro is not merely a health-supporting product; it exemplifies a tech development model grounded in applied science—from the laboratory to the marketplace. The journey of this startup demonstrates that, with a solid foundation of knowledge and a clear development strategy, science-based products can move beyond academia to create real impact in the community.
