Dr. Isabel Alegre is an assistant professor at the Department of Food Technology, Engineering and Science, University of Lleida, Spain. She graduated with a degree in Food Science and Technology (2006), obtained an MSc in Management and Innovation in the Food Industry (2011), and a PhD in Food Science and Technology (2012), all from the University of Lleida. Dr. Alegre is a member of  the Postharvest Biology and Technology research group and specializes in the control of foodborne pathogens and spoilage microorganisms in minimally processed and processed fruits and vegetables. Her teaching focuses on Food Microbiology and Food Hygiene.