Rodica Siminiuc

Prof. Dr. Rodica Siminiuc

Food and Nutrition, Technical University of Moldova, Chisinau, Chişinău, Moldova
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Biography

Rodica Siminiuc is a researcher and Associate Professor at the Technical University of Moldova, where she has led the Doctoral School since 2021. Her research focuses on nutritional security, dietary quality, public health nutrition, and sustainable food systems in Eastern Europe. She explores how food innovation can address population needs, especially under economic and health vulnerabilities. Her habilitation thesis, “Exploratory Analysis of Nutritional Security in the Republic of Moldova,” examines the intersection of nutrition, food policy, and equity. She coordinated the national project “Personalized Nutrition & Smart Technologies for My Well-being” (2020–2023), developing digital tools for tailored diets, particularly for people with food intolerances. Dr. Siminiuc’s research integrates the formulation of gluten-free and functional products, the development of nutrition-sustainability indicators, and the use of local raw materials to enhance dietary resilience. She advocates for research that bridges academic innovation with real-world impact, contributing to food security strategies and inclusive public policies. She is an active contributor to national reforms and international collaborations, promoting sustainable nutrition as a pillar of long-term well-being, health equity, and climate adaptation.

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Technical University of Moldova

Chisinau, Chişinău, Moldova

Food and Nutrition

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