Thomas Latire

Thomas Latire is a Lecturer and teacher-researcher at the Université Catholique de l'Ouest (UCO), serving as Vice Dean of the Faculty of Sciences and Academic Director of the Biotechnology Master's degree in Product and Process Engineering. He holds a Doctorate in Physiology and Biology from the University of Caen Normandy (2013). His research focuses on marine-derived bioactives, particularly algae extracts, for biomedical and cosmetic applications. Key areas include modulation of skin microbiota, extracellular matrix regulation, and anti-aging mechanisms.

Education: PhD in 2013, qualifications for lecturer-researcher roles (CNU 68 section). Research themes emphasize algal polysaccharides' effects on skin cells, with applications in dermo-cosmetics. He co-directs doctoral theses on algal biotechnology and microbiome interactions.

His work spans 15+ peer-reviewed articles (2012–2025), focusing on marine bioactives, enzymatic extraction techniques, and cosmetic innovation. Notable projects include funding from Côtes-d'Armor Department for algae-derived skincare research. He teaches Enzymology, Metabolic Biochemistry, and supervises master's projects in biotechnology.

Laboratory affiliations include the LBCM (EA 3884) where he leads marine biotechnology initiatives. Current research emphasizes sustainable marine resource utilization and skin health applications.