Dr. Abderrahmane Mokrani, Université de Béjaia, Algeria
Dr. Abderrahmane Mokrani is an accomplished academic and researcher at the University of Béjaia, Algeria, specializing in the fields of food sciences, bioactivity of plant compounds, and food safety. He holds an Habilitation Universitaire (HDR) in Biology (2020), a PhD in Biological Sciences with a focus on Food Sciences (2018), and a Magister in Food Sciences (2009). Dr. Mokrani’s research spans various aspects of food science, including the characterization of bioactive compounds in plants, and their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and neuroprotective properties. He is actively involved in the Laboratory of Biomathmatics, Biophysics, Biochemistry, and Scientometrics (3BS).He has been a lecturer at the University of Béjaia since 2009, contributing to numerous courses in food biochemistry, nutrition, food safety, and toxicology. Dr. Mokrani has received international training in various European laboratories and has authored multiple publications and communications on topics such as the anticancer effects of peach fruit extracts, plant-based medicine, and the impact of food processing on bioactive compounds. Additionally, he is involved in several national conferences, advancing the knowledge on sustainable food practices and health.
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Academic Background 🎓
Dr. Abderrahmane Mokrani holds an Habilitation Universitaire à Diriger des Recherches (HDR) in Biology from the University of Abderrahmane MIRA of Béjaia (2020). He completed his Doctorate in Biological Sciences in Food Sciences with a focus on “Phyto-chemical Characterization of Seven Peach Varieties” (2018), receiving high honors. Dr. Mokrani also holds a Magister in Food Sciences, specializing in Quality Control and Certification (2009), and an Engineer Degree in Food Sciences (2004) with distinction. He earned his Baccalauréat in Natural Sciences in 1999. His academic journey reflects his deep commitment to research in food sciences and health. 🍑📚
Training and Internships 🎓🔬
Dr. Abderrahmane Mokrani has gained valuable experience through various internships and training programs. From 2013 to 2016, he participated in the Erasmus Mundus Al-Idrisi scholarship at the STIM laboratory in France, focusing on cell culture techniques, cell viability, proliferation, apoptosis testing, and western blotting. He also completed doctoral internships in Bordeaux, where he worked on polyphenol extraction, HPLC-DAD quantification, and neuroprotective activities. Additionally, he gained experience in cytotoxicity testing, anti-inflammatory assays, and microbiological analyses at multiple research institutions and laboratories, including in Belgium and Algeria. 🧬🔍
Professional Experience and Academic Grades 🎓👨🏫
Dr. Abderrahmane Mokrani has built an impressive academic career at the University of Béjaia, starting as a Maitre Assistant Class B in December 2009. He advanced through academic ranks, becoming Maitre Assistant Class A (2016-2018) and later Maitre de Conférences Class B (2018-2020). Since March 2020, he holds the position of Maitre de Conférences Class A. In addition to his teaching roles, he has been recognized as a Maitre de Recherche since January 2020, showcasing his expertise and contributions to research in the field. 🎓📚👨🔬
Areas of Expertise and Interest 🌿🔬
Dr. Abderrahmane Mokrani’s expertise spans several fields, including dietetics, nutrition, and food composition. He specializes in food biochemistry, toxicology, microbiology, and food technology. Dr. Mokrani is skilled in the extraction and optimization of bioactive molecules from plants and their quantification. He utilizes advanced techniques like HPLC and LC/MS for the characterization and identification of plant bioactive molecules. His research focuses on studying the biological properties of these molecules, particularly their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, and anticancer effects, contributing to health and wellness innovations. 🌱🧪
Research Focus
Dr. Abderrahmane Mokrani’s research primarily revolves around the study of bioactive compounds, particularly phenolic compounds, in food plants, and their potential health benefits. His work focuses on the antioxidant properties of plant-based foods, exploring their ability to combat oxidative stress. Key areas of his research include phytochemical analysis, HPLC-DAD-MS/MS profiling, and the bioactivity of plant extracts. His studies on peach and lentil cultivars, for example, evaluate their antioxidant capacity, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, and anticancer potential. This aligns with his broader interests in food biochemistry, toxicology, and nutritional sciences. 🌱🧪
Publication Top Notes
- “In vitro assessment of antioxidant capacity and phenolic contents of some lentil (Lens culinaris L.) cultivars commonly consumed in Algeria” – Chemical Papers, 2023, 77(8), pp. 4567–4578 📄🍃 (0 citations)
- “HPLC-DAD-MS/MS profiling of phenolics from different varieties of peach leaves and evaluation of their antioxidant activity: A comparative study” – International Journal of Mass Spectrometry, 2019, 445, 116192 🧪🍑 (21 citations)
- “Phenolic contents and bioactive potential of peach fruit extracts” – Food Chemistry, 2016, 202, pp. 212–220 🍑🔬 (92 citations)
- “Effect of solvent, time and temperature on the extraction of phenolic compounds and antioxidant capacity of peach (Prunus persica L.) fruit” – Separation and Purification Technology, 2016, 162, pp. 68–76 🍑⏳ (352 citations)
- “Antioxidant activities of some dried fruits consumed in Algeria” – LWT, 2012, 49(2), pp. 329–332 🍇🍊 (76 citations)