Mariam Muradova is an accomplished PhD candidate and researcher, renowned for her work at the Center for Taste and Feeding Behavior at the University of Burgundy, France, and the International Research Center "Biotechnologies of the Third Millennium" at ITMO University's Faculty of Biotechnologies in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Mariam earned her Bachelor's degree in biotechnology in 2018 from ITMO University, followed by a Master's degree in the same field in 2020. Currently, she is on the verge of completing a dual PhD program between ITMO University and UBFC University, specializing in biotechnology, molecular biology, and biochemistry. Mariam has gained valuable experience through various roles, including internships and research positions at institutions like Coimbra University, University of Lorraine, and the University of Verona. Her research interests span functional foods, fermentation, sensory properties, recombinant proteins, and bioactive compounds. Mariam has also been recognized for her academic excellence with various scholarships and awards, including the prestigious Eiffel Scholarship in France and multiple Presidential Scholarships for studying abroad. Mariam's research primarily focuses on the production, purification, and analysis of glycosidases originating from oral microbiota. Her research is important in deciphering the intricate processes of flavor and taste perception.