REGINA MENEZES ECHANIZ

Dr. Regina Menezes Echaniz is a researcher at the School of Health Sciences and Technologies, specializing in molecular biology and pharmacology with a focus on diabetes and nutritional genomics. She leads multiple active projects including:

• Targeting β-cell dysfunction as a therapeutic strategy for diabetes
• Exploring plant-derived metabolites for diabetes prevention
• CHRONOnutrition & FunctIonal movement for sustainable Type 2 Diabetes remission

Her research spans:

• Multi-omics approaches to diabetes biomarkers
• Mechanisms of polyphenol action
• Gene expression profiling in metabolic disorders
• Nutritional interventions for cardiovascular risk

Recent publications highlight her work on:

• Plant metabolites for diabetes management
• Alpha-synuclein toxicity in neurodegenerative diseases
• Personalized dietary strategies in Lusophone settings