Ververidis Philippos

Professor Ververidis Philippos is a faculty member at the Department of Plant Biochemistry & Biotechnology, Hellenic Mediterranean University (ELMEPA). He holds academic roles including Scientific Director of the Plant Biochemistry & Biotechnology Research Group at the Laboratory of Biological & Biotechnological Applications (LBBA), and Senior Researcher at the Institute of Agri-Food and Life Sciences (INAZO). He serves as Coordinator of Academic Advisors and Mental Health Advisor for the department.

Education:

• BSc in Agriculture, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (1986)
• PhD in Postharvest Biochemistry & Biotechnology, University of Reading, UK (1991)

Research Focus: Development of biotechnological methods for producing bioactive plant products via synthetic biology, omics-based analysis of Greek olive oil quality, and biochemical studies of plant secondary metabolites. His work intersects agricultural biotechnology, food industry applications, and postharvest physiology.

Professional Roles: Postdoctoral fellowships at Michigan State University (1996-1998) and FORTH/IMBB (1993-1995). Active in coordinating interdisciplinary research and advising.

Labs/Teams: Leads the Plant Biochemistry & Biotechnology Research Group (LBBA) and contributes to INAZO initiatives.