The research orientation of VNUHCM-AMTI focuses on:

• Development of nano sensor probes and their integration into sensor systems for monitoring the quality of surface and groundwater.

• Development of technology and equipment for continuous online monitoring of flue gas concentrations from municipal waste incinerators.

• Fabrication and integration of nanomaterials onto components used for environmental sensors (water and air), biosensors, and solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs).

• Development of nanomaterials for applications in agriculture, catalysis, environment, biomedical, and energy.

• Research and fabrication of paper-based biosensors using inkjet printing technology.

• Research and development of nanostructured composite materials using natural sources and waste materials to make use of available resources, reduce costs, and flexibly tailor properties for specific applications.

• Application of nanostructured composite materials for the adsorption and treatment of heavy metals, dye residues, and organic pollutants in contaminated water.

• Application of nanostructured composite materials in the development of sensors for cancer diagnosis.

• Development of advanced materials with specialized structures and functionalities for interdisciplinary applications in biomedicine, environmental science, and energy. In addition, the Institute emphasizes the advancement of technologies and techniques for structural analysis, modeling, and materials design tailored to applications in drug delivery, pollution treatment, and sustainable energy storage.