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Personal profile
Biography
Dr Tan graduated with a BSc (Biotechnology) with Honours in 2008, and joined Monash as a lecturer in 2013 following completion of his PhD in phytochemistry. His research interests are in the area of biologically-active natural product discovery, particularly phenolic compounds. This includes identifying extracts and compounds that exhibit desirable properties such as antimicrobial, antidiabetic, anticancer, and antioxidant activity; as well as practical applications for natural products, such as anthocyanin-based food colorants and organic corrosion inhibitors.
Research interests
- Biological activity of organic compounds, with particular focus on anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial activity.
- Bioprospecting for novel bioactive compounds
Monash teaching commitment
- CHM1051 (Chemistry I advanced)
- SCI2010 (Scientific practice and communication)
- CHM2962 (Food chemistry)
Education/Academic qualification
Bioactive natural products, PhD, Bioactivity and chemical constituents of Rhoeo spathacea and Rhoeo discolor, with emphasis on Rhoeo spathacea, MONASH UNIVERSITY
Award Date: 10 Oct 2013
Research area keywords
- Natural products
- Natural products chemistry
- phytochemicals and their bio-activities
- Phytochemicals
- Metabolic dysfunction
- Metabolic diseases
- Metabolic disease
- Antibacterials
- Antibiotic resistance
- Antibiotic resistance in bacteria
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 13 Climate Action -
SDG 14 Life Below Water
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Elucidating the mechanisms of DC1 antibiofilm activity against biofilm wound infection using in vitro and 3D biofilm model
Azman, A. S. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Tan Ban Lee, J. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Yap, M. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Chee Wei, A. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Tan, G. Y. A. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Anak Mawang, C. I. (Chief Investigator (CI))
1/12/25 → 30/11/28
Project: Research
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Nanocomposite Hydrogel-based Dressing For Treating Atopic Dermatitis
Tan Ban Lee, J. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Palanisamy, U. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Janarthanan, P. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Eng Seng, C. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Sundralingam, U. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Frith, J. (Chief Investigator (CI))
1/10/23 → 31/03/26
Project: Research
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Novel nanocomposite hydrogel scaffold for haemostatic dressing
Wong, L. W. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)) & Tan Ban Lee, J. (Chief Investigator (CI))
1/01/23 → 31/12/23
Project: Research
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Could tropical fruit rind treat hypertension by ameliorating endothelial dysfunction?
Tan Ban Lee, J. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Ting, K. N. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Palanisamy, U. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Kadir, K. (Chief Investigator (CI))
1/09/19 → 31/05/23
Project: Research
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Nutrient content and bioactivity of wastewater from fermented molasses
Tan Ban Lee, J. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI))
15/02/15 → 15/12/15
Project: Research
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Exploring the antimicrobial activity of fermented and non-fermented cocoa bean shell extracts through metabolomics analysis and synergistic studies
Chong, Y. K., Gan, W. K., Tan, J. B. L., Mohd Jaaffar, A. K. H., Baharum, Z. & Yeong, K. Y., Sept 2025, In: Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture. 105, 12, p. 6495-6505 11 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Geraniin: A Promising Multifunctional Nutraceutical for Diabetes Management
Goh, B. H. & Lee Tan, J. B., 2025, In: Food Reviews International. 41, 2, p. 578-614 37 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review Article › Research › peer-review
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Low-Temperature Rubber Devulcanization via Sulfate Removal Using Hypochlorous Acid and Novel Turbidimetric Analysis
Hariyanto, Y., Wong, C. W., Tan, J. B. L. & Chan, E. W. C., 15 Jul 2025, In: Journal of Applied Polymer Science. 142, 27, 15 p., e57132.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Polysaccharide-based hydrogels for atopic dermatitis management: A review
Rao, H. & Tan, J. B. L., 1 Feb 2025, In: Carbohydrate Polymers. 349, Part B, 26 p., 122966.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review Article › Research › peer-review
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Halloysite clay nanotubes: Innovative applications by smart systems
Fahimizadeh, M., Wong, L., Baifa, Z., Sadjadi, S., Auckloo, S. A. B., Palaniandy, K., Pasbakhsh, P., Tan, J. B. L., Singh, R. R. K. & Yuan, P., Apr 2024, In: Applied Clay Science. 251, 33 p., 107319.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review Article › Research › peer-review
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Prizes
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2025 PVC's Commendation for Excellence in Research (Research Enterprise and/or Commercialization)
Tan Ban Lee, J. (Recipient), 2025
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Bronze Medal for MTE 2023
Tan Ban Lee, J. (Recipient), 2023
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Dean's Excellence in Teaching
Tan Ban Lee, J. (Recipient), 2025
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Faculty of Science Award for Research Commercialization
Tan Ban Lee, J. (Recipient), 2025
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Faculty of Science Excellence in Postgraduate Research Supervision
Tan Ban Lee, J. (Recipient), 2023
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Activities
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ECN Mid-Year Seminar 2023
Tan Ban Lee, J. (Member of programme committee)
12 Jul 2023Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to workshop, seminar, course
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Environmental Science and Pollution Research (Journal)
Tan Ban Lee, J. (Peer reviewer)
2023 → …Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work types › Peer review responsibility
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Crafting Scholarly Success - Grant Proposal Mastery and Academic Publication Excellence
Tan Ban Lee, J. (Contributor)
1 Dec 2023Activity: Community Talks, Presentations, Exhibitions and Events › Public lecture/debate/seminar
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Working With Industry
Tan Ban Lee, J. (Organiser)
13 Apr 2023Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to workshop, seminar, course
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ECNxEdEx GenAI Discussion
Tan Ban Lee, J. (Member of programme committee)
15 Jun 2023Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to workshop, seminar, course