Prof. Maciej Balawejder received his Ph.D. in Food Chemistry from the Institute of General Food Chemistry at Lodz University of Technology, Poland, in 2007. He began his career at Rzeszów University as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Food Chemistry and Toxicology, where he has been working since 2007. His research topics mainly include the modification of the phytochemical composition of agricultural and horticultural plants, methods of extending the storage life of plant raw materials, chromatographic analysis of volatile compounds, and the separation of optical stereoisomers through crystallization. Prof. Balawejder is actively involved in research and development projects, collaborating with the agri-food industry to develop and implement innovative technological and technical solutions.