Jessica Villegas Moreno
Mexico
Chemistry
Jessica is an expert in the extraction, purification, and biological and structural characterization of natural products. She graduated with a degree in Chemistry from the Autonomous University of the State of Mexico, has a master’s degree in Marine Sciences and Limnology from UNAM Mexico, and received a Ph.D. in Sciences from the Center for Chemical Research at the Autonomous University of the State of Morelos.
Jessica has worked in both academia and industry, developing sustainable products derived from toxins, microorganisms, and wood residues. She has also been part of various research groups in Australia, where she completed an academic exchange, and in China and Ireland, where she undertook postdoctoral stays. Her primary interest lies in inspiring students to view science as an integral part of their daily lives and promoting its practical application.