The Health Research Core focuses on improving human health through biotechnology, nanotechnology, informatics, and electronics. It aims to develop preventive measures, innovative diagnostics and treatments for diseases, as well as nutritional and technological approaches for physical and mental well-being. Key initiatives include advances in (bio)engineering, (bio) pharmaceuticals, nutritious diets, and advanced medical devices, encompassing both basic and applied science to provide practical healthcare solutions.
The problem of food security is addressed, with a focus on improving the production, conservation and consumption of food to have a favorable impact on human health and solve malnutrition problems. The scientific and technological foundations for the design of more and better foods are established.
Professor and researcher in food engineering and biotechnology with extensive experience in the food industry. Founder of CIDPRO, she specialises in the extraction and modification of functional proteins for food applications. Her notable contributions to international organisations have earned her prestigious awards, including the Rómulo Garza Award for Research and Sciences. She is recognised for her work on extracting plant proteins and deactivating anti-nutritional compounds in legumes.
CONTACT: cristina.chuck@tec.mx
Topic
The number of older adults is projected to reach 22% in Mexico by 2050, presenting significant challenges in health, economic stability, and society.
Focus
Applying engineering to address physical and mental problems associated with aging.
Topic
Mitigation of food insecurity, focusing on malnutrition in Mexico and globally.
Focus
Multidisciplinary research across the entire food production chain, including promoting sustainable agriculture, improving food processing, enhancing access to nutritious food, mitigating food insecurity, and fostering long-term sustainable development.
INVENTORS
Dra. Grissel Trujillo, Dr. Mario Moisés
Mexican designers who 3D print the world’s best alternative protein “asada” without beef.
INVENTORS
Dr. Sergio Román Othón Serna Saldívar (CTO)
Development of functional ingredients and products for various industries.
INVENTORS
Dr. Alejandro García González, Dr. Yocanxóchitl Perfecto Avalos
Digestive tract simulator for analysing ingredients in human and animal microbiota from foods and drugs.
