About
Veronika Somoza is a University Professor at the University of Vienna, affiliated with the Faculty of Chemistry and the Centre for Microbiology and Environmental Systems Science. Her research focuses on Bitter Taste, Food Chemistry, and Pharmacology, particularly exploring interactions between taste receptors and bioactive compounds.
- Key Research Areas
- Bitter Taste Receptors (TAS2R4, TAS2R43, TAS2R16)
- Gastric Acid Secretion
- Serotonin Release
- Plant-Derived Compounds (Resveratrol, Nonivamide, Capsaicin)
- Mass Spectrometry Imaging
- Scientific Awards
- AGFD Fellow Award 2020
Her work spans Gastric Physiology, Food Toxicology, and Sustainable Nutrition, aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals. Recent publications highlight LA-ICP-MS imaging for zinc mapping and AFM probing of bitter peptide interactions. She has also contributed to understanding Chlorogenic Acid and Advanced Glycation End-Products in food science.
Veronika Somoza actively participates in scientific communication, including invited talks on flavor research and media engagement on food chemistry topics.
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