Prof. Dr. Natalia Gonzรกlez | Analytical Chemistry | Best Paper Award
Exclusive at Institute of Southern Chemistry-CONICET-UNS, Argentina.
๐ฌ Short Biographyย ๐ฟ๐๐
Dr. Esp. Natalia Gonzรกlez is an accomplished Argentine researcher and pharmaceutical scientist with a passion for food and environmental chemistry. Based at INQUISUR-CONICET and the Department of Chemistry at the National University of the South (UNS), she specializes in developing analytical techniques and sustainable materials. With a Ph.D. in Chemistry and expertise in food quality control, she has contributed significantly to the valorization of agro-industrial waste and the creation of biodegradable, antioxidant-rich materials. Natalia has also been actively involved in university teaching, scientific outreach, and mentoring young researchers. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges pharmaceutical sciences and green chemistry, focusing on the development of vegan capsules, sustainable packaging, and novel extraction techniques. She has presented at numerous national and international conferences and published extensively in high-impact journals. Her work exemplifies innovation in analytical chemistry and sustainability. ๐ฑ๐งช๐ฉโ๐ฌ
PROFILEย
๐ Summary of Suitability:
Dr. Gonzรกlezโs 2024 paper titled โFood Functional Powders with Redox Capacity and Antioxidant Properties Obtained from Food Losses and Waste of Olive Oil Industryโ demonstrates a powerful blend of scientific innovation, sustainability, and applicability. This study directly addresses urgent global concerns such as food waste reduction, valorization of agro-industrial byproducts, and the development of functional foods with health benefits. Her methodology is robustโemploying advanced spectroscopic analysis, extraction techniques, and green chemistry principles. The interdisciplinary nature and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) further strengthen the paperโs impact.
๐ Education & Experience
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๐ Pharmaceutical Degree (2013) โ National University of the South (UNS), Bahรญa Blanca
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๐ Specialist in Food Quality Control (2020) โ UNS
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๐ Ph.D. in Chemistry (2022) โ UNS โ Focused on flow techniques and food analysis
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๐งช CONICET Assistant Researcher (2023โpresent) โ Vegan capsules & food waste valorization
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๐ฉโ๐ซ Full-time Teaching Assistant โ Dept. of Chemistry, UNS (2023โpresent)
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๐ฅ Pharmacist (2013โ2016) โ Including roles at Puerto Belgrano Naval Base and private pharmacies
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๐งฌ Postdoctoral Fellowship (2022โ2023) โ Analytical research at INQUISUR-CONICET
Professional Development ๐๐
Dr. Natalia Gonzรกlez has continually advanced her professional career through interdisciplinary training and academic engagement. She completed specialized postgraduate courses in analytical micro/nanotechnologies, pharmaceutical materials, spectroscopy, chromatography, and teaching methodologies. Her professional journey includes technical roles in hospitals and pharmacies, and she served as Technical Director at a drugstore. Natalia actively contributes to research through participation in various national and international projects on food science, environmental contaminants, and biodegradable materials. She is a dedicated mentor for undergraduate and graduate students, guiding thesis work and research initiation programs. Her extensive involvement in conferences, workshops, and outreach projectsโespecially those focused on sustainable and green chemistryโdemonstrates her commitment to scientific dissemination and education. She is also engaged in institutional governance and advisory committees, fostering academic collaboration and technological innovation. ๐๐๐
Research Focus ๐๐ค
Dr. Gonzรกlez’s research lies at the intersection of analytical chemistry, food science, and sustainable technology. Her primary focus is on the development of novel extraction and detection methods for contaminants and antioxidants using flow analysis, solid-phase extraction, and spectroscopic techniques. A significant aspect of her work involves transforming agro-industrial wasteโsuch as olive pomaceโinto value-added products like antioxidant-rich powders, biodegradable coatings, and vegan capsules. She applies green chemistry principles to enhance food safety and environmental protection. Furthermore, she explores molecularly imprinted polymers, microencapsulation, and automated analytical systems to improve pharmaceutical and food product quality. Her research contributes to the circular economy by minimizing waste and promoting the reuse of natural resources. Her scientific endeavors support cleaner production and innovative materials, making a meaningful impact in food packaging, water remediation, and pharmaceutical applications. ๐โป๏ธ๐ฌ
Awards and Honors ๐๐๏ธ
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๐งช CONICET Doctoral Fellowship (2016โ2021) โ INQUISUR-UNS
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๐งซ CONICET Postdoctoral Fellowship (2022โ2023) โ INQUISUR-UNS
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๐ฉโ๐ฌ Assistant Researcher at CONICET (2023) โ For project on vegan food capsules
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๐งโ๐ Scientific Vocation Promotion Scholarship (2023โ2024) โ Co-director for undergraduate research
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๐ฅ Top Grades in Academic Programs โ Ph.D. and Food Quality Specialist degrees (Grade: 10)
Publications & Citations ๐
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๐ Food Functional Powders with Redox Capacity and Antioxidant Properties Obtained from Food Losses and Waste of Olive Oil Industry โ ๐๏ธ 2024
๐ Gonzรกlez N.*, Pacheco C., Grafia A.L., Razuc M.F., Acebal C.C., Lรณpez O.V.
๐ Cited by: [citation data not available yet โ recent] ๐ฟ๐๐งช -
๐ Current trends in sample preparation for the determination of Primary Aromatic Amines in environmental samples โ ๐๏ธ 2023
๐ Gonzรกlez N., Aguinaga Martรญnez M.V., Domini C.E., Acebal C.C.
๐ Cited by: [citation data pending] ๐๐ง๐ -
๐ Coacervative microextraction for glibenclamide in environmental water samples โ ๐๏ธ 2020
๐ Aguinaga Martรญnez M.V., Gonzรกlez N., Acebal C.C., Domini C.E.
๐ Cited by: 25+ ๐๐๐งซ -
๐ Inner filter effect sensing system for caffeine in beverages โ ๐๏ธ 2020
๐ Gonzรกlez N., Lantmann S.P., Zanini G., Montejano H., Acebal C.C.
๐ Cited by: 30+ โ๐ฌ๐ -
๐ Fluorescence determination of glibenclamide in presence of caffeine using low-pressure chromatography โ ๐๏ธ 2018
๐ Gonzรกlez N., Lantmann S.P., Lista A.G., Acebal C.C.
๐ Cited by: 15+ ๐๐๐ก -
๐ Flow-batch analysis of clenbuterol using MIPs in urine and milk substitutes โ ๐๏ธ 2018
๐ Gonzรกlez N., Grรผnhut M., ล rรกmkovรก I., Horstkotte B., Solich P., Sklenรกลovรก H., Acebal C.C.
๐ Cited by: 20+ ๐งฌ๐ฅ๐ฉโ๐ฌ
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๐ Conclusion:
Dr. Natalia Gonzรกlez’s paper stands out as a model of translational research that is not only methodologically sound but also societally impactful. Her work addresses real-world problems through innovative science and proposes solutions with both industrial and environmental benefits. Given its originality, depth, and relevance, this paper is an excellent candidate for a Best Paper Award. ๐๐๐ฅ