MARIO MARTINEZ MARTINEZ

MARIO MARTINEZ MARTINEZ is Associate Professor at University of Valladolid's Department of Agricultural and Forestry Engineering, with secondary appointments at Aarhus University and Purdue University. His research develops plant-based macromolecular assemblies for food, pharmaceutical, and packaging applications.

Research focuses on:

• Structure-function relationships of plant biopolymers
• Green modification techniques for polysaccharides
• Food waste valorization strategies
• Edible packaging development
• Nutrient bioaccessibility enhancement

Recent publications showcase innovative approaches to starch modification using deep eutectic solvents, waste upcycling (bread, apple pomace, garlic peels), and functional ingredient development from underutilized sources (macroalgae, hawthorn).

Major recognitions include:

• Nils Foss Talent Prize 2021
• DFF-Sapere Aude excellence grant (€1M)
• Ontario Early Researcher Award
• Young Scientist Award from Cereals & Grains Association

Leads research on sustainable food systems through international collaborations and industry partnerships.