Laura Acevedo Pacheco

Laura Acevedo Pacheco serves as an Adjunct Researcher at Tecnológico de Monterrey's School of Engineering and Sciences, specializing in Food Security and Biotechnology. Her work bridges agricultural science and human health through bioactive compound research.

Her research focuses on food security enhancement via biofortification and waste valorization, with particular expertise in kale sprouts, cactus extracts, and marine algae. Key methodologies include in vitro gastrointestinal models, animal nutrition trials, and bioactive compound analysis targeting gut health, cancer prevention, and metabolic disorders. Recent work emphasizes sustainable solutions aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals for Zero Hunger and Good Health.

Publications reveal consistent contributions to food science journals since 2016, with accelerating output in the last five years. Her research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between biotechnology, nutritional science, and agricultural innovation, often featuring collaborations across Latin American institutions.

• 2022: Reconocimiento por la trascendencia en la formación de alumnos de PrepaTec
• Ongoing: Mexican Researcher Certification - Candidate

Her work shows significant real-world impact with 67 Mendeley readers and media coverage across news outlets, social platforms, and academic networks. Current projects appear focused on translating laboratory findings into practical food security applications through biotechnological approaches.