FUNIBER researcher studies the biological properties of betalains in health
Dr. Mercedes Briones, researcher and educator associated with the Fundación Universitaria Iberoamericana (Iberoamerican University Foundation, FUNIBER), is participating in a study that analyzes the biological activity of betalains present in the fruits of the Opuntia cactus, particularly in prickly pears, and their possible health benefits. Read more
FUNIBER researcher explores the use of herbal medicine and nutritional supplements to treat premenstrual syndrome
Dr. Carmen Lilí Rodríguez, international academic coordinator of the Fundación Universitaria Iberoamericana (Iberoamerican University Foundation, FUNIBER), participates in a study that explores the safety and efficacy of the use of herbal medicine and nutritional supplements to alleviate premenstrual symptoms. Read more
FUNIBER researcher studies the effects of a physical exercise program in older adults with overweight
Dr. Alvaro Velarde, researcher and coordinator of the Sports Area of the Fundación Universitaria Iberoamericana (Iberoamerican University Foundation, FUNIBER), participates in a study that analyzes the effects of a multicomponent physical exercise program on the functional fitness of a group of overweight or obese older adults in Chile. Read more
FUNIBER researcher analyzes the predictive efficacy of the COVID-19 scoring systems
Dr. Irma Domínguez Azpíroz, academic coordinator of the Health and Nutrition Area of the Fundación Universitaria Iberoamericana (Iberoamerican University Foundation, FUNIBER), participates in a study that tests the validity and efficacy of the scoring systems that are used to predict the risk of mortality in COVID-19 patients under current circumstances. Read more
FUNIBER researcher presents DiabSense system for early prognosis of diabetes
Dr. Mercedes Briones, researcher and educator associated with the Fundación Universitaria Iberoamericana (Iberoamerican University Foundation, FUNIBER), participates in a study that presents a new system «DiabSense» for early prognosis of type 2 diabetes. Read more
The director of FUNIBER Italy studies the aging and the role of polyphenols as natural antioxidants
Dr. Maurizio Battino, director of the Fundación Universitaria Iberoamericana (Iberoamerican University Foundation, FUNIBER) in Italy, is participating in a study that analyzes the complexity of the aging phenomenon and age-related diseases, and explores the effects of natural antioxidants such as polyphenols in delaying aging. Read more