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Ana Luiza FontesView profile

Researcher

• Food Science
• Biotechnology
• Functional Foods
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Ana Luiza Fontes is a researcher at the Centre for Biotechnology and Fine Chemistry (CBQF), specializing in Food Science and Biotechnology. She holds a PhD in Functional Dairy Products (Faculty of Biotechnology, 2024), a Master’s in Microbial Bioactive Fatty Acids (Faculty of Biotechnology, 2015), and a Bachelor’s degree from the University of the Azores (2013). Education: PhD (2017-2024), Faculty of Biotechnology Master (2013-2015), Faculty of Biotechnology Bachelor (2010-2013), University of the Azores Her research focuses on microbial production of conjugated fatty acids (CLA/CLNA), lipid analysis in functional foods, and sustainable valorization of industrial byproducts. Key methodologies include gas chromatography, mass spectrometry, and synthetic biology approaches. Recent publications highlight her work on ethyl oleate synthesis from waste streams (2025), bioactive dairy innovations (2024), and kaurenoic acid pharmacology (2024). Her patent on policosanol and sterol isolation underscores practical applications. Scientific Awards: FEMS Congress Attendance Grant (2019) Merit Scholarship (2014) PhD Studentship SFRH/BD/117721/2016 (2017) Recognition Bonus (2023) Ana Fontes engages in editorial work (Applied Sciences, Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry) and collaborations via Epilipidnet. She has presented at conferences, participated in peer-review activities, and supervised research projects.

• Nutrition
• Biochemistry
• Clinical Trials
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Dr. Barbara R Cardoso is a nutritional biochemist with expertise in nutrition, biochemistry, and molecular biology. She holds a Masters and PhD from the University of Sao Paulo (Brazil) and has gained international experience through research appointments in Brazil and Spain. Her research integrates nutrition, clinical trials, analytical chemistry, proteomics, and molecular biology to explore biochemical mechanisms. Key areas include dietary impacts on aging, selenium metabolism in obesity, and the role of nut polyphenols in enzyme inhibition and nutrient absorption. Recent publications focus on ultra-processed foods and selenium biomarkers , with keywords spanning Nutrition Biochemistry Aging Molecular Biology Food Science Clinical Research .

• Science Education
• Chemistry Education
• Educational Technology
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Muzaffer ALKAN is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Science Education at Kafkas University's Dede Korkut Faculty of Education. He has held this position since 2016, following previous academic appointments as Professor (2013-), Associate Professor (2009-2014), and Assistant Professor (2002-2009) at Kafkas University. Dr. ALKAN earned his PhD in Science Education from Karadeniz Technical University's Institute of Educational Sciences (1995-2001), following a Master's Degree in Science Education (1991-1995) and Bachelor's Degree from the Fatih Faculty of Education (1986-1991), all at Karadeniz Technical University. His research spans both Science Education and Organic Chemistry, with a particular focus on triazole derivatives and their biological activities. His work demonstrates a unique interdisciplinary approach combining chemical synthesis with educational applications. Recent publications show significant contributions to the synthesis, characterization, and biological evaluation of novel triazole-based compounds with antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anticancer properties. His publication profile reveals a strong focus on the development and analysis of heterocyclic compounds, particularly 1,2,4-triazole derivatives, with applications in medicinal chemistry. The research consistently examines structure-activity relationships to optimize biological properties while maintaining synthetic feasibility. Dr. ALKAN has supervised 34 graduate students across various topics in science education and chemistry. His administrative experience includes serving as Department Head since 2010, Institute Director (2010-2015), and various other leadership roles within the university. He has led or participated in 6 research projects, primarily focused on the synthesis and biological evaluation of novel heterocyclic compounds. His recent work shows a consistent pattern of interdisciplinary research bridging chemistry and education.

HATİCE PEKMEZView profile

Associate Professor

• Food Science
• Gastronomy
• Culinary Arts
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Dr. Hatice Pekmez is an Associate Professor at Gaziantep University's Faculty of Tourism, Department of Gastronomy and Culinary Arts. She holds a Ph.D. in Food Engineering from Gaziantep University (2012). Her research focuses on food science, starch technology, functional foods, and gastronomy, with a particular emphasis on ozonation effects, plant-based ingredients, and traditional Turkish breads like Gaziantep pita. She has authored 10 book chapters and 29 peer-reviewed articles. Education: Ph.D. in Food Engineering, Master’s in Food Engineering, Bachelor in Food Engineering Research Areas: Food chemistry, culinary innovation, cereal processing, antioxidant properties, ethnobotanical studies Recent Publications: Bibliometric analysis of gastronomy, ozonation effects on starches, ethnobotanical studies in Turkey, and fiber-fortified breads Scientific Awards: Multiple TÜBİTAK and university publication incentives, as well as project support awards for international book chapters and research

Timothy DouglasView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Biomaterials for biomedical applications
• Promotion of Languages in Science
• Hard tissue regeneration (bone)
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Dr. Timothy Douglas is a Senior Lecturer in Bio-Chemical Engineering at Lancaster University's School of Engineering, specializing in biomaterials for biomedical applications and promotion of languages in science . With over 100 A1 publications in bone-contact biomaterials, he leads international collaborations across Germany, Belgium, Russia, and Poland while hosting visiting researchers globally. His work focuses on mineralized hydrogels combining mechanical strength with bioactive substance delivery. Education: PhD in Materials Science/Biomaterials, MSc in Biomedical & Chemical Engineering Research Highlights: Antibacterial hydrogels, food industry substance integration, and UK-Russia/UK-Poland conference organization His 15 most recent publications (2023-2025) emphasize biomaterial versatility across tissue engineering, drug delivery, and environmental sensing. Specific trends include phytochemical encapsulation , pH-responsive systems , and multilingualism in scientific collaboration. Notable collaborations with Drs. Baines, Chatzinikolaidou, and Surmeneva appear consistently across studies. Dr. Douglas actively supervises PhD students including Daniel Baines and Md Masud Rana Bhuiyan , while hosting visiting scholars from Poland, Russia, and Ukraine. His Lancaster Chemistry Academia-Industry Symposium and Languages in Science GLOBAL conference (2023) demonstrate cross-disciplinary outreach. Current projects include "Killing two birds with one stone" - integrating language learning with scientific collaboration frameworks.

• Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
• Genetic Variants
• Epigenetics
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Stefania Grimaudo is a Full Professor at the Department of Health Promotion, Maternal and Child, Internal Medicine and Specialist Medical Competences "G. D'Alessandro" within the School of Medicine and Surgery at the University of Palermo. Her research focuses on genetic and metabolic mechanisms in liver diseases, inflammation, and epigenetics.

Andrea CalcaterraView profile

Associate Professor

• Organic Chemistry
• Natural Products Chemistry
• Supramolecular Chemistry
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Andrea Calcaterra serves as Associate Professor of Organic Chemistry at the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy and Medicine, Sapienza University of Rome. He has held this position since November 2, 2023, following his appointment as a Fixed-term Researcher (Type B) from November 2020 to November 2023. Throughout his career, he has maintained strong affiliations with Sapienza University of Rome while also contributing to research and teaching at Campus Bio-Medico University of Rome. Dr. Calcaterra's research focuses on organic chemistry, natural products, and supramolecular chemistry with applications spanning drug discovery, biosensor development, and cultural heritage preservation. His specific interests include the isolation and characterization of natural products from plants, semisynthesis and total synthesis of natural products, synthesis of resorc[4]arene macrocycles and their applications, functionalization of carbon nanotubes with macrocycles for biosensor applications, and cannabinoid chemistry. His work demonstrates a consistent integration of synthetic organic chemistry with analytical techniques and practical applications. His publication record reveals a strong emphasis on resorcinarene-based systems for molecular recognition and biosensing applications, with significant contributions to cannabinoid research, natural product chemistry, and organic synthesis methodologies. Recent work has particularly focused on developing novel electrochemical biosensors using resorcinarene-modified nanomaterials and investigating natural products with therapeutic potential. Winner of the Best Social Project Award at Start Cup Lazio (2017) Referee for Current Pharmaceutical Design (since 2015) Referee for Molecules (since 2019) Holds patent for pharmaceutical compositions for psoriasis treatment Dr. Calcaterra actively teaches Organic Chemistry I classes at the Latina campus and has supervised laboratory exercises in organic chemistry. He leads the SYNLAB research group, which specializes in supramolecular chemistry and biosensor development. His technical expertise spans mass spectrometry (ESI-FT-ICR, ESI-MS-MS), NMR spectroscopy, HPLC-MS, GC-MS, Raman spectroscopy, XRD, XPS, and various microscopy techniques, supporting his interdisciplinary research approach.

• Food Chemistry
• Food Analysis
• Bioactive Compounds
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Stefania Cesa is Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology at Sapienza University of Rome since 2022, having served as university researcher since 1995. She teaches courses including Plant-Based Dietary Supplements for Applied Pharmaceutical Sciences and Food Chemistry for Gastronomic Sciences and Agro-Industrial Biotechnology programs. Her research focuses on the valorization of functional foods and selective extraction of health-promoting components from agro-food industry waste . She specializes in developing low-impact extraction processes and implementing circular economy approaches to reduce environmental impact of food waste. Her work spans food chemistry, bioactive compound analysis, and nutraceutical development. Analysis of her recent publications shows strong emphasis on pomegranate, blueberry, and goji berry research , with particular focus on extraction methods, bioactive compound characterization, and biological activity evaluation. Her work consistently addresses food waste valorization through scientific approaches that bridge food chemistry and pharmaceutical technology. She actively collaborates with other research groups, particularly with Professor Casadei's team on delivery systems for bioactive compounds, developing lipid nanoparticles for protection and controlled release of unstable food components.

• Organic Chemistry
• Transition Metal Catalysis
• Heterocyclic Compound Synthesis
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Antonella Goggiamani is a Full Professor at Sapienza University of Rome in the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy and Medicine. She earned her doctorate in Chemistry (110/110 cum laude ) from Sapienza in 2001, advancing from Researcher (2006) to Associate Professor (2017), and Full Professor (2023). Her research focuses on transition metal catalysis (Pd, Cu, Au) for synthesizing bioactive heterocyclic compounds like indoles and benzofurans. Research Interests: She develops innovative methodologies for carbon-carbon/carbon-heteroatom bond formation, emphasizing green chemistry and applications in medicinal chemistry. Her work spans catalytic synthesis, heterocyclic functionalization, and sustainable extraction of bioactive molecules. Publication Trends: Her 70+ articles (H-index 27, 2,450+ citations) predominantly explore palladium/copper/gold-catalyzed reactions, heterocycle construction, and natural product valorization. Recent work highlights green chemistry approaches and spirocyclic compound synthesis. Awards & Recognition: Notable for a 'Top Accessed Article' in Organic & Biomolecular Chemistry (2011) and three publications featured in Synfacts .

• Nanotechnology
• Materials Science
• Biomedical Engineering
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Ana Sofia Rodrigues is a Guest Assistant Professor at Instituto Superior de Ciências Sociais e Políticas, Universidade de Lisboa. Her research focuses on advanced nanomaterials for biomedical applications, particularly silica-based nanoparticles with fluorescent and targeting properties. Nanotechnology Materials Science Biomedical Engineering Fluorescence Imaging Controlled Drug Delivery Email: sbprodrigues@iscsp.ulisboa.pt

Patrícia Oliveira-SilvaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Affective Neuroscience
• Neurophysiology
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Patrícia Oliveira-Silva is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Education and Psychology , Catholic University of Portugal, and a researcher at the Research Centre for Human Development (CEDH) . She directs the Human Neurobehavioral Laboratory (HNL) , fostering interdisciplinary research in cognitive and affective neuroscience.

• Biotechnology
• Food Microbiology
• Natural Preservatives
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Agnieszka Nowak is a Professor at Lodz University of Technology's Institute of Fermentation Technology and Microbiology. Her research spans biotechnology, food microbiology, and sports performance analysis, with a focus on natural preservatives, microbial safety of food products, and physiological factors in athletic training. She has contributed to studies on amputee football players, bioactive compounds, and environmental risk assessments. Research Interests Biotechnology applications in food processing Microbial safety and preservation methods Sports performance and physiological adaptations Environmental remediation using plant-based solutions Article Trends Her recent publications emphasize food safety, bioconversion of agricultural waste, and interdisciplinary approaches to sports science and environmental toxicology. Multiple articles address microbial quality control, biochemical mechanisms of plant extracts, and physical fitness in specialized populations.

Vanessa CorreiaView profile

Researcher

• Soil contamination
• Soil health
• Zero pollution
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Vanessa Correia is an Assistant Researcher at CENSE (Centre for Environmental and Sustainability Research) within NOVA School of Science and Technology at NOVA University Lisbon. Her work focuses on environmental sustainability through material innovation, particularly investigating soil contamination impacts and developing green technologies for pollution reduction. Bachelor Degree in Environmental Engineering Master in Environmental Engineering Master in Sustainable Urbanism and Spatial Planning Master in Marine Living Resources European Master in System Dynamics PhD in Environment and Sustainability PhD in Climate Change and Sustainable Development Policies PhD in E-Planning Her research interests include soil health assessment, zero pollution initiatives, and the development of functional materials using environmentally friendly technologies. She specializes in plant polyesters like suberin and cutin for biological decontamination applications, and explores CO2-based material design for sustainable solutions. Recent publications demonstrate expertise in antimicrobial polymer systems, ionic liquid toxicity assessment, and supercritical fluid technologies. Key themes include waste valorization, biomaterials engineering, and environmental remediation strategies.

Ain RaalView profile

Professor

• Pharmacognosy
• Phytochemistry
• Biologically Active Substances
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Prof. Ain Raal is a Full Professor of Pharmacognosy at the Institute of Pharmacy , Faculty of Medical Sciences , University of Tartu since 2016. He served as Institute Head from 2014 to 2022. PhD in Pharmacognosy & Pharmaceutical Chemistry (1989, Leningrad Institute of Chemical Pharmacy) Graduate of Tartu State University (1984) Research Interests span pharmacognosy, phytochemistry, and pharmaceutical history. His work focuses on: Essential oil composition across plant origins Polyphenolic compound analysis Biologically active substance isolation Pharmacological applications of plant extracts History of Tartu academic pharmacy Sociopharmaceutical aspects of medicinal plants Scientific Trends in recent publications emphasize 3D-printed plant-derived formulations, sustainable extraction methods, and geographical chemotypic variation in aromatic plants. His team explores: Plant-based stress relief compounds 3D-printed dosage forms for flavonoids Polyphenolic stability in supplements Phytochemical profiling of rare species Awards & Recognition : Carl Schmidt Science Prize (2015) University of Tartu Order of Merit (2021) Multiple teaching excellence awards Academic Contributions include 120 WoS/Scopus articles, 34 peer-reviewed papers, and two major reference works: Encyclopedia of World Medicinal Plants (2010) and The Bell Ringing in the Sanctuary (2021).

Anne ConibearView profile

Research Fellow

• Chemical Biology
• Protein Structure and Function
• Peptide Chemistry
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Dr. Anne Conibear is an Honorary Research Fellow at the School of Biomedical Sciences , University of Queensland . Her research focuses on understanding the role of post-translational modifications (PTMs) in regulating protein structure and function using chemical synthesis , NMR spectroscopy , and protein semi-synthesis techniques. PhD in Chemistry/Biochemistry, University of Queensland Postdoctoral fellowship in Vienna Current UQ Development Fellowship for independent research Her work leverages chemical biology tools to study PTMs like phosphorylation, sulfation, and palmitoylation, providing atomic-resolution insights into how cells dynamically respond to environmental cues. Recent publications highlight structural analysis of PTMs in Hsp90 , HMGN1 , and CD44 , alongside methodological advances in isotope labeling and ligation techniques . She has also contributed to venom peptide research and antimicrobial mechanisms . 2022: Australian Peptide Display Facility (ARC LIEF) 2020-2021: UQ Early Career Researcher Grant 2019-2022: CIL Research Grant 2019-2021: UQ Development Fellowship Dr. Conibear collaborates with industry partners like Syntab Therapeutics and CIL Research Program , while supervising research projects such as the 2024 Master Philosophy thesis on µ-Conotoxins . She actively participates in scientific outreach, including INDICAR cancer research initiatives .