Animal Vaccine Research
Studying major swine diseases to explore approaches to disease prevention.
BacuNova Biotech Co., Ltd.
Advancing science.
Exploring possibilities
for animal health.
Animal vaccine and disease detection research,
connecting scientific expertise with industry needs.
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Awards, research exchanges and news from BacuNova.
About
Bringing scientific insight
closer to industry.
Guided by animal health needs,
exploring biotechnology applications.
Founded in 2022 under the leadership of Dr. Yu-Chan Chao, BacuNova Biotech Co., Ltd. is a spin-off from National Chung Hsing University in Taiwan. Drawing on experience in virology, vaccinology and protein engineering, the team focuses on animal vaccine and disease detection research, working to translate scientific findings into industry applications.
BacuNova addresses disease prevention needs in livestock production. Through research and industry collaboration, we explore vaccine applications for animal pathogens to support animal health and the livestock sector.
Our Vision
We aim to meet animal health needs through scientific innovation. By connecting academic research and industry, we seek to advance agricultural biotechnology in Taiwan and contribute to stable livestock production and food supplies.
2022Founded
NCHUUniversity spin-off
Animal HealthCore focus
Research Focus
Exploring new possibilities for animal health through science.
BacuNova focuses on animal vaccine and disease detection research, combining expertise in virology, vaccinology and protein engineering to address disease prevention needs in livestock production.
Disease Detection Research
Investigating detection technologies for animal diseases to support disease identification and health management.
Research Collaboration
We welcome discussions with academic and industry partners to understand needs and explore opportunities for collaboration.
Our Team
Scientific experience.
Shared commitment to innovation.
Combining life science research and business expertise
to connect development with industry needs.
Founder & Chairman
Yu-Chan Chao PhD
Dr. Chao has extensive experience in virology and vaccine research and previously served as Research Fellow and Deputy Director at the Institute of Molecular Biology, Academia Sinica. He leads BacuNova in exploring industrial applications of biotechnology.
Insect Virus Engineering / Vaccinology / Protein EngineeringChief Executive Officer
徐偉婷 PhD
Chief Operating Officer
魏頌讚 PhD
Chief Financial Officer
廖琳立 Master’s degree
Chief Technology Officer
廖釧妤 Master’s degree
Academic Research
Selected Publications by Our Chairman
A research foundation in viruses and proteins,
with relevance to animal health.
These selected papers by Dr. Yu-Chan Chao and his co-authors were published during their work at academic research institutions. They illustrate his research background in animal vaccines, disease detection and biotechnology.
2021Antibody Detection
Antibody Detection in Animal Disease
Paper details and sources
PEDV Infection Generates Conformation-Specific Antibodies That Can Be Effectively Detected by a Cell-Based ELISA
Hsu, W.-T. et al.; co-authors include Yu-Chan Chao.
Viruses · 13(2), 303
2020Review Article
A Review of Biotechnology Applications
Paper details and sources
Baculovirus as Versatile Vectors for Protein Display and Biotechnological Applications
Tsai, C.-H.; Wei, S.-C.; Lo, H.-R.; Chao, Y.-C.
Current Issues in Molecular Biology · 34, 231–256; published online in 2019
2018Vaccine Research
Animal Vaccine Research
Paper details and sources
Display of Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus Spike Protein on Baculovirus to Improve Immunogenicity and Protective Efficacy
Chang, C.-Y.; Hsu, W.-T.; Chao, Y.-C.; Chang, H.-W.
Viruses · 10(7), 346
These publications by the chairman and his co-authors predate the establishment of BacuNova. Please refer to the original papers for author and institutional affiliations. They describe academic research and do not indicate that BacuNova has products available for sale or confirmed product protective efficacy.
Awards & Recognition
2026
Startup Alliance Competition
Presidential Award
BacuNova received the Presidential Award in the Green Sustainability category of the National Development Council’s Startup Bloom — Startup Alliance Competition, with NT$10 million in startup support funding.
Read the award reportFounder & Research Team Recognition
202017th National Innovation Award
Prof. Yu-Chan Chao received this award before BacuNova was established.
Future Tech Breakthrough Award
Dr. Yu-Chan Chao and his team were recognized for research on rapid pesticide screening technology, before BacuNova was established.
Award Certificate
Innovation recognized with the Presidential Award
BacuNova received the Presidential Award in the 2026 Startup Bloom — Startup Alliance Competition.
Presented on May 27, 2026
Enlarge certificatePremier Cho Jung-tai presents the Presidential Award to BacuNova Chairman Yu-Chan Chao (right).
The BacuNova team attended the award ceremony together, with gratitude for the support of our partners and community.
Photo and caption source: Award report from National Chung Hsing University
Contact
Let’s explore possibilities
for animal health together.
We welcome discussions with partners in animal health, vaccine manufacturing and livestock production.
Tell us about your organization, research interests and ideas for collaboration.