Ana Maria Rodriguez Mateos

Ana Maria Rodriguez Mateos is a Reader in Nutritional Sciences, focusing on polyphenol bioavailability, dietary biomarkers, and their impacts on human health. Her work addresses metabolic health, microbiota interactions, and cognitive function through interdisciplinary research. She has contributed to over 140 peer-reviewed publications and actively collaborates on global projects.

Her research interests include polyphenol metabolism, biomarker discovery, and the role of plant-based foods in gastrointestinal and cardiometabolic health. Key projects involve investigating the effects of polyphenols on aging populations and menopausal symptoms via the gut-brain axis.

Recent studies highlight advancements in metabolome characterization and the development of standardized nomenclature for polyphenol catabolites. These efforts aim to enhance dietary assessment methods and improve public health strategies aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals.