Prof. Dr. Priscilla Quenia Muniz Bezerra , Federal University of the São Francisco Valley , Brazil.
Dr. Priscilla Quenia Muniz Bezerra 🧪 is a dedicated researcher in food science and nutrition 🥦. She holds a Ph.D. in Engineering and Food Science from FURG 🎓 and is currently a postdoctoral fellow at UNIVASF 🔬. Her expertise lies in cultivating microalgae 🌊 and developing bioactive compounds through nanoencapsulation 🧬. She also completed a postdoctoral position in France 🇫🇷. With a strong academic background from UFBA, she contributes to sustainable and health-focused research 🌱. Priscilla actively shares her scientific work on ResearchGate, ORCID, and LinkedIn 📚, engaging with the international research community 🌍.
Publication Profile
Education & Experience
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🎓 Ph.D. in Engineering and Food Science – FURG (2017–2021)
🔬 Research: Microalgae cultivation for biocompound production
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🎓 M.Sc. in Food Science – UFBA (2015–2017)
🧴 Research: Nanoencapsulation of carotenoids from Spirulina
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🎓 B.Sc. in Nutrition – UFBA (2009–2014)
🧪 Project: Quality control method for turmeric in cassava flour
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🧑🔬 Postdoctoral Researcher – UNIVASF (2023–2025)
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🌍 Postdoctoral Fellowship – Université Blaise Pascal, France (2021–2022)
Suitability Summary
Dr. Priscilla Quenia Muniz Bezerra stands out as an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award, thanks to her extensive academic background, impactful research, and significant contributions to the fields of Food Science, Biotechnology, and Nutritional Neuropsychiatry. With a Ph.D. in Engineering and Food Science (FURG) and dual postdoctoral experiences in France 🇫🇷 and Brazil 🇧🇷, Dr. Muniz Bezerra has demonstrated excellence in innovative research with practical applications for human health.
Professional Development
Dr. Priscilla is deeply committed to lifelong learning and expanding her expertise 🌱📖. In addition to her robust academic background, she completed a postgraduate course in Neuropsychiatric Nutrition in 2024 🧠🥗. Her ongoing professional development includes hands-on research, international collaboration 🤝🌐, and engagement with emerging topics in food science, biotechnology, and health. She regularly updates her scientific portfolio across platforms like ResearchGate and LinkedIn, maintaining an active presence in the global research community 📡🧑🔬. With a multidisciplinary approach, she is poised to contribute meaningfully to innovations in nutrition, mental health, and sustainable bioproducts 💡🌿.
Research Focus
Dr. Priscilla’s research focuses on sustainable biotechnology, particularly using microalgae to produce bioactive compounds for health and nutrition applications 🌊🔬. Her expertise lies in the cultivation of microalgae in marine and saline water and the nanoencapsulation of carotenoids for improved bioavailability 🧫🧴. Her work bridges food science, nutrition, and bioengineering, aiming to develop functional ingredients that support both human health and environmental sustainability 🌱🌍. She is also exploring neuro-nutritional connections, integrating food science with neuropsychiatry 🧠🥦. Her research addresses global challenges like food security and innovative bioproduct development through green technology solutions 🚀🍀.
Awards & Honors
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🎓 CAPES Scholarship – Ph.D. at FURG
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🧪 FAPESB Scholarship – Master’s program at UFBA
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🌍 CAPES International Postdoctoral Fellowship – Université Blaise Pascal, France
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🧬 CAPES Postdoctoral Fellowship – UNIVASF
Publication Top Notes
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Erythrina mulungu: Propriedades Farmacológicas e Potencial Terapêutico – Uma revisão narrativa
📚 Research, Society and Development
📅 Published: 2025-03-09
🔗 DOI: 10.33448/rsd-v14i3.48430
👥 Authors: Livia Mayra Alencar Lima, Ana Beatriz Joy Macel Valdevino, Rosemairy Luciane Mendes, Priscilla Quenia Muniz Bezerra
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Analysis of the knowledge and attitudes of Brazilian consumers regarding microalgae: A strategy to assess the development potential of new foods
📚 Food Science and Technology
📅 Published: 2024-12-13
🔗 DOI: 10.5327/fst.000365
👥 Authors: Edilene Ferreira da Silva, Carlen Bettim Bianchini, Bruna Rafaela da Silva Monteiro Wanderley, Carlise Beddin Fritzen-Freire, Priscilla Quenia Muniz Bezerra, Itaciara Larroza Nunes
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Algal Bioreactors for Polysaccharides Production
📚 Plants as Bioreactors for Industrial Molecules (Book Chapter)
📅 Year: 2023
🔗 DOI: 10.1002/9781119875116.CH20
👥 Authors: Michele Greque de Morais, Priscilla Quenia Muniz Bezerra, Kricelle Mosquera Deamici, Suelen Goettems Kuntzler, Juliana Botelho Moreira, Céline Laroche, Jorge Alberto Vieira Costa
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Role of microalgae in circular bioeconomy: from waste treatment to biofuel production
📚 Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy
📅 Year: 2023
🔗 DOI: 10.1007/S10098-021-02149-1
👥 Authors: Juliana Botelho Moreira, Thaisa Duarte Santos, Jessica Hartwig Duarte, Priscilla Quenia Muniz Bezerra, Michele Greque de Morais, Jorge Alberto Vieira Costa
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Strategy for Carbohydrate-Starch Production Enhancement by Chlorella fusca Using Seawater as Culture Medium
📚 BioEnergy Research
📅 Published: December 2023
🔗 DOI: 10.1007/s12155-023-10566-x
👥 Authors: Priscilla Q. M. Bezerra, L. Moraes, T. N. M. Silva, L. G. Cardoso, J. I. Druzian, M. G. Morais, I. L. Nunes, J. A. V. Costa
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Biogas from Microalgae: Production Approaches and Strategies for Process Optimization
📚 Role of Microbes in Industrial Products and Processes (Book Chapter)
📅 Year: 2022
🔗 DOI: 10.1002/9781119901198.CH12
👥 Authors: Jorge Alberto Vieira Costa, Priscilla Quenia Muniz Bezerra, Juliana Botelho Moreira, Alex Nunes Molina, Michele Greque de Morais
Conclusion
Dr. Priscilla Muniz Bezerra’s outstanding academic record, cross-disciplinary expertise, and impactful contributions to health, sustainability, and biotechnology make her an ideal recipient of the Best Researcher Award. Her work is not only scientifically rigorous but also socially transformative, bridging gaps between food science, environmental innovation, and human health solutions. 🌍🏅