Editor Profile
Dr. José de Jesús Flores Sierra, Ph.D.
Biochemical Engineer
Present
ITESI. Instituto Tecnológico Superior de Irapuato
Irapuato
Mexico
Dr. José de Jesús Flores Sierra is a Biochemical Engineer trained at the Instituto Tecnológico Superior de Irapuato, with M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in Medical Sciences from the University of Guanajuato, where he received academic excellence distinctions. His academic background provides a strong foundation in biochemical, molecular, and biotechnological sciences, which underpins his interdisciplinary research approach.
He currently serves as a Full-Time Professor at Tecnológico Nacional de México, Purísima del Rincón campus, where he teaches Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Bioreactor Engineering, and Metabolic Engineering. In addition to his teaching responsibilities, he is actively involved in undergraduate research training, fostering the development of scientific and technical competencies in the field of biochemical engineering.
Dr. Flores Sierra’s research focuses on the biochemical and epigenetic mechanisms underlying diet-induced metabolic alterations, with particular emphasis on DNA methylation and its regulatory role in metabolic pathways. His work also encompasses the identification, characterization, and functional evaluation of bioactive compounds derived from plant species, integrating advanced analytical techniques to assess their antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Furthermore, his research incorporates green nanotechnology approaches, including the biosynthesis of nanoparticles and the design of functional nanomaterials with applications in health, biotechnology, and the agri-food sector. These efforts are framed within sustainability and circular economy principles, aiming to promote the efficient use of natural resources and the development of environmentally friendly technologies.
He has led and participated in multiple research projects funded by national programs such as TecNM and PRODEP, as well as collaborative initiatives with industry partners focused on applied research and technological innovation. His work has resulted in a patent application currently under substantive examination, involving an antifungal formulation based on Psittacanthus calyculatus and chitosan, along with several technological developments with transfer potential.
Dr. Flores Sierra has published in peer-reviewed indexed journals, book chapters, and conference proceedings, and serves as a reviewer for international journals including BIOCELL and Exploration of Cardiology. He is a member of the academic research group ITSPURI-CA-7 (in consolidation) and the National Network for Agri-Food Sector Support (RASA). Since 2023, he has been recognized as a Candidate Member of the Mexican National System of Researchers (SNI). His career integrates biochemical research, teaching, and technology transfer, with a focus on developing innovative solutions to address current challenges in health, biotechnology, and sustainable development.
- Biochemical and molecular mechanisms of diet-induced metabolic disorders
- Epigenetic regulation, with emphasis on DNA methylation and metabolic pathways
- Nutritional epigenetics and gene–environment interactions
- Identification, extraction, and characterization of plant-derived bioactive compounds
- Phytochemistry and functional properties of medicinal and agroindustrial plant species
- Antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antidiabetic activities of natural compounds
- Green synthesis of nanoparticles and nanostructured materials
- Design and functionalization of nanomaterials for biomedical and agrobiotechnological applications
- Food biotechnology and development of functional foods and nutraceuticals
- Bioprocess engineering and metabolic engineering for value-added products
- Sustainable utilization of natural resources and agroindustrial residues
- Circular economy approaches in biotechnology and agri-food systems
- Biological control of phytopathogens and development of eco-friendly antifungal strategies
- Translational research and technology transfer in biotechnology and food science
