Scientific Team

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Biofungitek‘s technical staff has specialized experience in the culture, manipulation an analysis of fungal growth and metabolism.
Our proprietary technology stems from career-long dedication to research in these areas.

Ana Rodríguez   Laboratory Coordinator

Unai Ugalde   Scientific Consultant

Dr Ana Rodríguez
Ana holds a PhD from the University of the Basque Country (Spain), and is an expert in bio-active chemical agents of fungal origin. She has authored articles and patents on the subject of bioactive fungal compounds, and currently heads the group of scientists involved in extraction, screening, formulation, and registration of environmentally safe plant protection products.
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Dr Unai Ugalde
Unai obtained his BSc and PhD at the University of Exeter (England), and is co-founder and Scientific Consultant at Biofungitek. He has 49 publications and seven patents on a wide range of topics relevant to our area of expertise; from fermentation to fungal communication.
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“The greatest challenge we face is turning our basic knowledge into effective and environmentally friendly products that are cost-effective and competitive in today’s market.”