Prof. Radosław Kowalski is a full professor in food technology and nutrition at the University of Life Sciences in Lublin, Department of Analysis and Food Quality Assessment. He graduated in chemistry (UMCS, 1997), received his Ph.D. in agricultural sciences (2001), habilitation in food technology and nutrition (2010), and the title of professor (2022). His research focuses on phytochemistry, extraction and analysis of secondary metabolites (polyphenols, essential oils, alkaloids), bioactivity of plant extracts, dietary supplement technology, and instrumental techniques (GC, GC-MS, HPLC, LC-MS/MS, metabolomics). He also studies contaminants in food (heavy metals, pesticides, mycotoxins), stability of fats and flavors, and agroecological applications of plant compounds in biocontrol. He is the author of over 260 publications, 2 patents, and implemented dietary supplement formulations. According to the Stanford University ranking (2024), he is among the 2% most influential scientists worldwide. He has participated in national and international research projects and cooperates with centers in Algeria, Brazil, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. He serves on editorial boards of international journals and supervises Ph.D. students and graduates, while actively performing expert and reviewing functions.