Research Topic
Abstract
The optimal extraction condition for maximum recovery of polyphenols and other compounds will be obtained with green extraction methodology performing model validation (response surface methodology (RSM) with a Box-Behnken experimental design (BBD). The extracts will be evaluated for their antioxidant activity and their potential role in managing type 2diabetes and obesity
Keywords
antioxidant
chemistry
natural products
ERC sector(s)
PE Physical Sciences and Engineering
Fields of study
Host Researcher Info
Name Surname
Vera Muccilli
E-mail
vera.muccilli@unict.it
Name of Department/Faculty/School
Department of Chemical sciences
Department/Faculty/School/Institute/Area/Division
Department of Chemical Sciences
EUNICE University
University of Catania (UNICT)
Country
Italy
EUNICE contact e-mail
eunice@unict.it
Mobility additional info
Thesis mode
On-site
Start date
Length of the research internship
3 months
Financial support available (other than E+)
No
Applicant (Student) info
Current position at home university
Master student
Minimal language knowledge requisite
English B2