Prof Dr. Rosa María Martínez-Espinosa, University of Alicante, Spain
Rosa María Martínez-Espinosa, in Alicante, Spain, is a distinguished researcher and academic in the field of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. She earned her PhD from the University of Alicante, where she was awarded the Extraordinary Doctorate Award. Her postdoctoral research at the University of East Anglia (2004-2008) was funded by various prestigious organizations, including the European Commission. In 2011, she joined the University of Alicante as a Lecturer and later established the “Applied Biochemistry” research group in 2017. Promoted to Full Professor in 2020, her research focuses on extremophile microorganisms, enzyme characterization, genetic manipulation, carotenoid production, and bioremediation processes, contributing to over 100 scientific publications and numerous national and international presentations. An award-winning educator recognized for her teaching excellence, she has held various academic leadership roles, including Vice-President for International Relations and Development Cooperation. With a robust track record in project evaluation and accreditation, Rosa continues to influence the field through her research and commitment to academic excellence.
Professional Profile:
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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award:
Rosa María Martínez-Espinosa is an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to her significant contributions to the fields of biochemistry and molecular biology. With over 100 scientific publications in indexed journals, an H-index of 28, and extensive experience in both research and teaching, she has established herself as a leader in her field.
Education:
- PhD in Biology
1999 – 2003
Department of Agrochemistry and Biochemistry, University of Alicante, Spain
- Received the Extraordinary Doctorate Award.
- BSc (Hons) in Biology
1994 – 1998
Faculty of Science, University of Alicante, Spain.
Work Experience:
- Vice President for International Relations and Development Cooperation
December 2020 – Present
University of Alicante, Spain.
- Vice-Dean of Postgraduate Programs
December 2016 – December 2020
University of Alicante, Spain.
- Academic coordinator for mobility and training at companies.
- Academic Coordinator
December 2013 – November 2016
Faculty of Sciences, University of Alicante, Spain.
- Supervised mobility and training at companies.
- Coordinator of the Degree of Biology
June 2012 – November 2014
Faculty of Sciences, University of Alicante, Spain.
- Assistant Professor
October 2004 – 2011
Department of Agrochemistry and Biochemistry, University of Alicante, Spain.
- Included three research visits (total of 9.5 months) to Professor David J. Richardson’s laboratory, University of East Anglia, UK.
- Associate Professor
October 2001 – October 2004
Department of Agrochemistry and Biochemistry, University of Alicante, Spain.
- Included a 3-month research visit to Professor David J. Richardson’s laboratory, University of East Anglia, UK.
- Senior Lecturer
August 2011 – August 2020
Department of Agrochemistry and Biochemistry, University of Alicante, Spain.
- Full Professor
August 2020 – Present
Department of Agrochemistry and Biochemistry, University of Alicante, Spain.
Publication top Notes:
The Antitumour Mechanisms of Carotenoids: A Comprehensive Review