Rebeca Alexandra Oliveira Esperança André

Rebeca Alexandra Oliveira Esperança André is an Assistant Professor at the School of Health Sciences and Technologies (ECTS), Universidade Lusófona, Lisbon, Portugal. She teaches Biochemistry I and II and Analytical Methods I. Her academic background includes a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Biochemistry from the University of Lisbon and a Ph.D. in Systems Biology from the same institution.

Her research focuses on Systems Biology, Biochemistry, and the sustainable application of marine bioactives in functional foods, cholesterol metabolism, and circular economy innovations. Key areas include:

• Marine Bioactives
• Cholesterol Metabolism
• Functional Foods
• Waste Valorization
• Phytochemistry
• Nanotechnology for Drug Delivery

Her recent work spans the entourage effect in cannabis, diterpenoids for cancer therapy, and sustainable collagen extraction. She actively contributes to interdisciplinary research bridging marine biotechnology with health sciences.

Rebeca collaborates with industry leaders like SOMAÍ Pharmaceuticals and participates in international conferences such as Insectera Congress and Innov Delivery. Her teaching and research emphasize environmental sustainability and societal well-being through innovative scientific solutions.