Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Hoon Eng Khoo"
- Hoon Eng Khoo's research primarily focuses on medical education and the effects of problem-based learning (PBL) on physician competencies, exploring how these methodologies impact student outcomes across various Asian medical schools.
- He has contributed significantly to our understanding of liver physiology, particularly regarding nitric oxide and its implications in liver diseases like cirrhosis, studying the expression of nitric oxide synthase and other related enzymes in animal models.
- Additionally, Khoo has researched bioactive proteins and toxins derived from marine organisms, such as the venom of stonefish and scorpions, advancing the field of pharmacology by characterizing their mechanisms and potential therapeutic applications.