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Grisel Michel serves as a Research Professor at the Department of Organic and Macromolecular Chemistry within University of Le Havre's Organic and Macromolecular Chemistry Research Unit (URCOM). Her work focuses on polymer science with emphasis on natural biopolymers for cosmetic and industrial applications. She leads research in Axis 2 (Well-being and Cosmetics) at URCOM.
Her primary research interests include polymer chemistry, emulsion science, and green modification techniques. Michel specializes in xanthan gum modification, lignin applications, and natural hydrocolloids for cosmetic formulations. Her work bridges fundamental polymer science with practical cosmetic applications, particularly in emulsion stabilization and sustainable ingredient development.
Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals strong focus on bio-based materials, particularly lignins and modified xanthans as sustainable alternatives in cosmetics. Key trends include molecular-scale characterization of polysaccharide interactions, development of green modification techniques, and sensory evaluation of natural ingredients. Her research consistently addresses industrial applicability while maintaining scientific rigor in polymer characterization.
Michel actively collaborates with researchers across multiple institutions, with frequent co-authorship with Celine Picard, Geraldine Savary, and Nicolas Hucher. Her work appears primarily in high-impact journals including Food Hydrocolloids, Carbohydrate Polymers, and International Journal of Cosmetic Science.
As a permanent member of URCOM, Michel contributes to the unit's research on natural polymers for cosmetic applications. Her work integrates formulation science with molecular characterization to develop sustainable alternatives for the cosmetics industry, particularly focusing on emulsion stabilization using bio-based materials.
