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Welcome
to SREDU

Welcome to our Scientific Research and Engineering Design Unit (SREDU)—where research, engineering, and sustainability converge.

Scientific Research & Engineering Design Unit

At HEFI, Science meets Strategy.

​​Our Research and Engineering Design Unit operates across two core sectors: Biotechnology Innovation and Civil & Environmental Engineering. We specialize in transforming complex ideas into practical, sustainable solutions that deliver measurable impact.


Biotechnology Innovation Team — focused on advanced formulation and product development, driving innovation in biotechnology and applied sciences.
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Civil & Environmental Engineering Team — dedicated to feasibility studies, master planning for Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and industrial parks, as well as design review and value engineering to optimize cost efficiency and sustainability outcomes.

​​Our research and engineering design services transform complex ideas into practical, sustainable solutions. From biotechnology and genetic engineering to waste to energy systems and water treatment innovations, we combine rigorous scientific inquiry with applied engineering expertise. Every project is guided by precision, feasibility, and a commitment to resilience — ensuring that innovation is not only visionary but also stakeholder ready and impactful for Cambodia’s future.

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πŸ‘‰ Advanced Scientific Research in Biotechnology

 We conduct cutting edge R&D to create sustainable products and innovative solutions tailored to local and regional needs. Our scientific team is currently exploring how to isolate Bacillus subtilis produced bacteriocin from Khmer traditional fermented soybean, aiming to control the growth of pathogenic bacteria and enhance food safety. Beyond individual projects, our mission is to empower local SMEs in Cambodia by giving them access to modern biotechnology before production begins. This ensures they stay competitive in food quality against regional products, while fostering innovation, sustainability, and national pride in locally developed technologies.

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πŸ‘‰ Water & Wastewater Treatment

We deliver applied engineering solutions that ensure clean water access and full regulatory compliance. Our expertise spans the design and optimization of treatment systems for municipal and industrial applications, integrating cost effective technologies with sustainability principles. Recently, our research team has investigated the use of Bacillus cereus as a sustainable bioremediation agent for wastewater treatment, exploring its potential to naturally reduce pollutants and enhance system efficiency. By combining advanced treatment processes with innovative bioremediation, we help clients improve water quality, minimize environmental impact, and safeguard communities and ecosystems.


β€‹πŸ‘‰ Waste to Energy & Resource Recovery

We transform waste streams into clean energy and valuable resources, advancing circular economy goals and reducing environmental impact. Our expertise includes designing and implementing technologies that convert municipal and industrial waste into renewable energy, while recovering materials for reuse. In addition, our research team is developing a prototype movable compost machine that rapidly converts food waste into high quality compost within minimal timeframes. This innovation provides a practical, scalable solution for communities and businesses to manage organic waste sustainably, turning challenges into opportunities for resource recovery and green growth.

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πŸ‘‰ Product Design & Innovation Development

We specialize in translating research into market ready, scalable technologies that deliver real impact. Our team works closely with partners to bridge the gap between laboratory innovation and commercial application, ensuring products are practical, sustainable, and competitive. From concept refinement and prototype development to performance testing and market adaptation, we provide a full innovation pipeline. By integrating cost effective design strategies and sustainability principles, we help clients bring forward solutions that not only meet industry standards but also enhance competitiveness in regional and global markets.

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πŸ‘‰ Feasibility Studies & Engineering Design for Large Scale Projects

We conduct thorough technical and economic evaluations to confirm project viability and guide strategic decision making. Our team integrates sustainability, risk analysis, and regulatory alignment to deliver master planning and engineering designs that balance cost efficiency, resilience, and long term impact.
 

πŸ‘‰ Design Review & Value Engineering

We optimize infrastructure projects by reviewing designs for performance, safety, and compliance, while identifying cost‑saving opportunities. Through value engineering, we integrate sustainability principles and innovative solutions to reduce resource use, enhance resilience, and ensure projects are delivered efficiently without compromising quality.
 

πŸ‘‰ Master Planning for Industrial Parks & SEZs

We develop comprehensive master plans and strategies for industrial zones and special economic areas that integrate infrastructure, utilities, logistics, and sustainability frameworks. Our approach combines technical precision with long term vision, ensuring efficient land use, optimized transport networks, and resilient utility systems. By embedding sustainability principles and future proof design, we help clients create industrial parks and SEZs that attract investment, support economic growth, and deliver lasting value to communities and stakeholders.
 

πŸ‘‰ Bamboo Engineering & Product Development

We transform local bamboo resources into innovative, sustainable products through applied R&D. Our focus is on low‑cost, eco‑friendly treatment technologies that improve durability and performance, making bamboo a viable material for the construction industry. By blending traditional knowledge with modern engineering, we deliver affordable, resilient solutions that reduce environmental impact and open new opportunities for sustainable infrastructure.

​​PARTNERING with HEFI means more than technical expertise — it means trust, credibility, and results

We bridge global standards with local insight, offering one stop sustainable engineering consulting that empowers investors, strengthens government cooperation, and delivers solutions that stand the test of time. With HEFI, you gain a partner dedicated to building resilient infrastructure, advancing sustainability, and shaping a better world for generations to come.

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Meet our team of research and design experts.

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Dr. K. V. Soma, Prof. of Practice
PI in Sustainable Engineering

 • Civil-Envir. Engineering, Wastewater treatment

 • Resource Recovery, Waste to Energy (WTE)

 • Green SEZ development, System Dynamics Modeling

 • Envir. Impact assessment (EIA), Engineering Economics  

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A/Prof. Sopheap Ek, PhD
Lead Scientist in Biotechnology

 • Bio-Control Activities of Bacillus Subtilis

 • Food Safety& Food Quality improvement

 • GC–MS analysis of volatile aroma compounds

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A/Prof. Thavrak Huon, PhD
Principal Scientist in Genetic Engineering

• Biosafety and Food Security

• Plant Metabolomics &Proteomics 
• Plant Physiology& Functional Genomics

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​A/Prof. H. V. Haraldsson, PhD
PI in Sustainable Systems Engineering

 • AI‑Driven Project Design and Strategic Foresight
• Environmental Systems Analysis
• System Dynamics Modeling​

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Prof. Hung Suck Park, PhD

Principal Scientist in Sustainability 

• Industrial symbiosis, ESG Practice, EIA
• Eco-industrial parks (EIP), Sustainability
• Wastewater Treatment, Renewable Energy

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