Natural Product Analysis and Quality Control
The ITAM NatPro Lab provides specialized analytical services to ensure the safety, efficacy, and quality of herbal and natural products. Our services include:
Phytochemical screening and quantification
Microbial load and contamination testing
Acute, sub-chronic and chronic toxicity studies
In vitro and in vivo bioassays for efficacy validation
These analyses support regulatory submissions and product registration with the FDA and other regulatory bodies.
2. Natural Product Formulation and Production
Combining traditional medicinal knowledge with modern pharmaceutical technologies, the NatPro Lab supports:
Formulation of herbal medicines and nutraceuticals
Standardization and pilot-scale production
Development of dosage forms (capsules, syrups, teas, creams)
We ensure Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliance at every stage of production.
Regulatory and Technical Consultancy Services
ITAM offers expert advisory services for institutions, entrepreneurs, and traditional medicine practitioners in:
Product development strategy
Dossier preparation for FDA registration
Labeling, packaging, and claims validation
Compliance with national and international standards
Traditional Health Retreats and Wellness Tourism
Our integrated health and wellness retreats combine evidence-informed traditional therapies, herbal treatments, and cultural experiences in serene natural settings. These retreats promote physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being, while also supporting traditional medicine knowledge preservation and eco-tourism.Herbarium Services for Faculty and Students
The ITAM Herbarium serves as a vital educational and research resource for the identification, documentation, and preservation of medicinal plants. Services include:
Guided plant collection and authentication support
Access to a reference collection of voucher specimens
Taxonomic identification and database entry assistance
Support for student and faculty research in ethnobotany and pharmacognosy
This service promotes experiential learning and contributes to the scientific validation of traditional medicinal plants.
Research Dissemination and Publication Support
ITAM supports the documentation and dissemination of scientific findings in traditional and alternative medicine. Services include:
- Manuscript preparation and peer-review guidance
- Editorial and formatting support
- Hosting of knowledge-sharing platforms and scientific symposia
Our goal is to enhance the global visibility and impact of African traditional medicine research.