Dr Jesús Alonso Amezcua López holds a PhD in Biotechnological Processes and a degree in Food Engineering and Biotechnology from the Universidad de Guadalajara. He is currently a faculty member and researcher at Centro Universitario UTEG, where he leads the research line in Food Biotechnology and New Product Development, and serves as Head of the Academy of Methodological Disciplines. His research focuses on nutrition, biotechnology, and molecular biology, with an emphasis on nutrigenetics and nutrigenomics. He has conducted significant studies on powdered human milk, its fortification with probiotics, and its impact on the nutrition of premature and critically ill neonates. He also investigates the effects of maternal consumption of toxic substances during lactation and their influence on neonatal microbiota and development. Dr Amezcua has published in indexed journals, presented at national and international conferences, and received recognitions including an honourable mention and the 2023 Latin American Innovative Idea Award. He collaborates with the Hospital Civil “Fray Antonio Alcalde” , the Human Milk Research Laboratory at CUCEI/UDG, and maintains a partnership with Casa Hogar Cabañas. Additionally, he promotes public health policies aimed at improving neonatal nutrition in vulnerable populations.
Universidad de Guadalajara, CUCEI
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
Department of Pharmacology
Latin American Award for Innovative Idea 2023
Penser Corporation
To recognise and commend the student Jesús Alonso Amezcua López from the University of Guadalajara – Mexico for his significant achievements throughout his academic journey, and in particular for his outstanding contribution in the category of INNOVATIVE IDEA, having successfully developed a concept with a novel and applicable approach in fields such as robotics, data analytics, design or multimedia development, artificial intelligence, sustainable development, or inclusion and diversity.
Fray Antonio Alcalde Distinction 2024
O.P.D. Hospitales Civiles de Guadalajara
Award for Support to Suffering Humanity: Recognition granted for social commitment and actions in favour of vulnerable individuals, as a demonstration of empathy, service, and contribution to human well-being.
Three Minute Thesis 2023
Universidad de Guadalajara
Awarded for the ability to clearly and concisely communicate the core and impact of a research project in just three minutes, demonstrating outstanding skills in synthesis, public engagement, and oral presentation to a non-specialist audience.
Honourable Mention for Doctoral Thesis 2024
Universidad de Guadalajara
Awarded in recognition of the academic quality, originality, and significant contribution to knowledge demonstrated in the development of the doctoral thesis, highlighting a high standard of research excellence.
University Educator/Researcher
Centro Universitario UTEG, Guadalajara, Mexico
01 Mar 2020 - present