María de Lourdes García-Magaña | Tech Innovations | Innovative Research Award

Dr María de Lourdes García-Magaña, Tecnológico Nacional de México/Instituto Tecnológico de Tepic, Mexico

Dr. María de Lourdes García-Magaña is a distinguished biochemical engineer with a Ph.D. in Food Sciences from the Tecnológico Nacional de México. Her expertise spans bioactive peptides, enzymatic extracts, and food preservation technologies. With a career as a professor and researcher, she has published influential works, including chapters on bioactive peptides and vegetal enzymes, and numerous research articles on food innovation and biotechnology. She actively mentors graduate students and contributes to scientific advancements in food systems and sustainability. A member of CONACYT networks, she holds national distinctions like SNI Level 1 recognition. 🌱🧪📚💡

Publication Profile

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Academic Qualifications 🎓

Dr. María de Lourdes García-Magaña 🎓🔬 holds a Doctorate in Food Science (2013), a Master’s in Biochemical Engineering (2002), and a Bachelor’s in Biochemical Engineering (1999), all from the Tecnológico Nacional de México 🇲🇽. Her academic journey reflects a steadfast dedication to biochemical and food sciences 🍎🧪, laying the groundwork for a thriving research career. With expertise spanning food science and biochemical engineering, Dr. García-Magaña contributes significantly to advancing knowledge in these fields 📘🌟, demonstrating a commitment to innovation and excellence. Her achievements highlight her role as a leader in scientific exploration and education 🌱🔍.

Mentorship and Collaboration

Dr. María de Lourdes García-Magaña is a dedicated mentor, guiding numerous students in theses on enzymatic extracts, ethylene absorbers, and bioactive encapsulations. 📚✨ Her collaborative research spans CONACYT thematic networks, fostering innovation in food science. 🌐🔬 She actively participates in projects focused on valorizing food loss and generating bioactive peptides from by-products, contributing to sustainability and health advancements. ♻️🥗 A leader in her field, Dr. García-Magaña’s work combines mentorship, collaboration, and cutting-edge research, driving impactful solutions for the future of food technology and waste management. 🌱🧪

Distinctions 🏆

Dr. María de Lourdes García-Magaña is a distinguished researcher recognized for her academic excellence and impactful contributions. She achieved membership in Mexico’s National System of Researchers (SNI) Level 1 in 2021 and was named a CONACYT Candidate in 2017. Her dedication to advancing knowledge is evident through her active participation in funded projects and significant academic collaborations, showcasing her commitment to research and innovation. Dr. García-Magaña’s achievements highlight her influence in the academic community and her role in driving meaningful scientific advancements. 🌟📚🔬✨

Research Focus

Dr. María de Lourdes García-Magaña’s research focuses on innovative approaches in food science, particularly on processing techniques, food safety, and bioactive compounds. Her work spans developing novel methods like thermovacuum and thermosonication for bacterial inactivation, analyzing bioactive peptides from shrimp by-products, and evaluating foodborne pathogen detection using nanomaterials. She also investigates the nutritional and antioxidant profiles of tropical fruits such as mangoes, jackfruits, and Mexican endemic species like Stenocereus queretaroensis. With contributions to emerging technologies and sustainable practices, her studies enhance food quality, safety, and functionality. 🌱🍹🔬🦐🥭✨

Publication Top Notes

A novel combination of thermovacuum and thermosonication to inactivate pathogenic bacteria in an Annona muricata L. beverage

Detection of foodborne pathogens in contaminated food using nanomaterial-based electrochemical biosensors

Jackfruit Genotypes in Southern Nayarit: A Comparative Study of Morphological, Physiological, Physicochemical, Phytochemical, and Molecular Assessments

Hydrolysates of Chicken Byproducts and Their Effect on the Histological and Histopathological Analysis of Liver and Kidney in a Murine Model of Induced Metabolic Syndrome

Comparison of individual quick freezing and traditional slow freezing on physicochemical, nutritional and antioxidant changes of four mango varieties harvested in two ripening stages

Physicochemical Characterization, Bioactive Compounds, and Antioxidant Capacity from Stenocereus queretaroensis: Mexican Endemic Fruits with High Potential Functionality

Texture profile analysis of heat-processed tender jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus Lam.) and its potential use as a meat analog

João Luiz do Vale | Engineering and Technology | Best Researcher Award

Dr João Luiz do Vale, UTFPR, Brazil

João Luiz do Vale, born on June 24, 1980, in Curitiba/PR, Brazil, is an accomplished mechanical engineer specializing in tribology and materials engineering 🌟. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná (UTFPR) 🎓, where he is a dedicated professor 🧑‍🏫. With extensive experience in the metal-mechanical industry, João has contributed significantly to research on surface treatments and the tribological behavior of cast irons, as well as the application of finite element methods in machine elements 🛠️.

Education

From 2014 to 2016, He pursued a PhD in Mechanical and Materials Engineering at the Federal University of Technology – Paraná (UTFPR), Curitiba, Brazil, focusing on the influence of cast iron microstructure on folded metal occurrence and the tribological behavior of honed surfaces 🏫. My dissertation, supervised by Giuseppe Pintaude with co-advisor Carlos Henrique da Silva, emphasized friction, wear, and honing 📚. Prior, He completed a Master’s degree (2013-2014) on the tribological behavior of PTFE sliding against stainless steel without lubrication, also at UTFPR, under Carlos Henrique da Silva’s guidance 🛠️. Since 2014, I’ve been a full-time professor at UTFPR, teaching courses such as Technical Drawing and Mechanical Elements 📐👨‍🏫.

Research focus

João Luiz do Vale’s research primarily focuses on tribology, the study of friction, wear, and lubrication of interacting surfaces in relative motion. His work encompasses a variety of applications, including the performance of lubricants, the tribological behavior of different materials, and the impact of additives. He has extensively studied the friction coefficients, wear resistance, and tribological properties of materials like graphite and bronze-filled PTFE, as well as cast irons used in cylinder liners. His research contributes to improving material performance and durability in mechanical systems, particularly in automotive and industrial applications. 🛠️🧪🔍