Jesús Frances Ortega

Jesús Frances Ortega is a Lecturer in the Department of Chemical, Agricultural and Agro-Food Engineering at the University of Girona (UdG), where he is also affiliated with the Polytechnic School. He is a researcher in the Plant Pathology Research Group (PV) and a member of the Institute of Agro-Food Technology (INTEA-UdG) and the Center for Innovation and Development in Plant Health (CIDSAV), a TECNIO-accredited center. He serves as Director of the Chair of Wine and Oil of the Empordà, promoting regional agri-food innovation.

Research Interests: His work lies at the intersection of agricultural and food science, focusing on the development and optimization of microorganisms as biopesticides for sustainable farming and bioprotectors in food processing. This research supports eco-friendly alternatives to chemical pesticides and enhances food safety through natural microbial solutions.

Scientific Affiliations and Roles:

• Institute of Agro-Food Technology (INTEA-UdG)
• Center for Innovation and Development in Plant Health (CIDSAV)
• Director, Chair of Wine and Oil of the Empordà
• Research Group: Plant Pathology Research Group (PV)

Advising and Grants: Dr. Ortega participates in multiple research projects and technology transfer contracts with agri-food industry partners, demonstrating strong engagement in applied research and innovation. While specific students are not listed, his involvement in the Master's in Food Biotechnology (BIOTECAL) indicates mentorship and teaching at the graduate level.