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 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 sponsors the Joint Lab for Nutrition Research
Prof. Maurizio Battino, scientific director of the Ibero-American University Foundation (FUNIBER), together with Dr. Francesca Giampieri, researcher of the Department of Specialized Clinical Sciences and Odontostomatology of the same institution, recently concluded a mission to China… Read more
Director of FUNIBER Guatemala participates in the development of a technique for malaria detection
Dr. Eduardo Silva Alvarado, director of the Fundación Universitaria Iberoamericana (Iberoamerican University Foundation, FUNIBER), at its headquarters in Guatemala, is collaborating in a study that proposes an innovative technique to improve the quality of malaria detection, using deep learning technology. Read more
FUNIBER Italy director has conducted a study on the relationship between diabetes mellitus and periodontitis
FUNIBER Italy director, Dr. Maurizio Battino, in 2021, collaborated in a study on molecular pathophysiological mechanisms in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and periodontitis. Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disease characterized by high blood glucose levels and is one… Read more