Sebastian Bayer

Sebastian Bayer (BSc, MSc) is a Researcher in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences within the Faculty of Life Sciences at the University of Vienna. His research focuses on nutritional biochemistry and food science with emphasis on bioactive compounds and their physiological effects.

His primary research interests include Nutritional Biochemistry, Food Science, and Antioxidant Metabolism, particularly investigating taurine-glutathione interactions, coffee polyphenols, and nutrient adequacy in complementary foods. His work significantly contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and nutrition.

Analysis of his publications reveals consistent focus on human intervention studies examining nutrient metabolism, with particular expertise in taurine-bile acid physiology, antioxidant status modulation, and global food safety. His research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary collaboration across nutrition science and biochemistry.

Bayer actively participates in scientific dissemination through conference presentations, including a notable poster presentation at a Science-to-Science event regarding porridge-type complementary foods in Rwanda. His work shows significant real-world impact with policy citations related to global nutrition initiatives.