Recent research:
The collection of works focuses on biodiversity-rich Amazonia and Ecuadorian habitats, exploring the interactions between native flora, endophytic or associated microorganisms, and bioactive compounds. Across studies, the researcher molecularly identifies Sobralia species and their endophytic fungi, revealing synergistic relationships and diverse secondary metabolites with potential pharmaceutical value. Parallel investigations assess antioxidant, antimicrobial, and phytochemical properties in orchids and various Amazonian fruits and cocoa relatives, using chromatography, spectrophotometry, and standard bioassays to quantify phenolics, vitamins, organic acids, carotenoids, minerals, and essential bioactivities. A notable thread evaluates health-relevant activities (antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant) and toxicity, including the potential of Cannabidiol oil as an antibiotic against skin pathogens, with toxicity assessment in Artemia salina. A separate line leverages molecular barcoding and phylogenetics (BARCODE, matK, rpoC1) to enhance orchid identification, and another examines stable isotopes in Cedrela nebulosa to link isotopic signals to ITCZ dynamics and cloud cover, informing paleoclimate and phenology in tropical forests. Collectively, the work advances understanding of plant–microbe–bioactive interactions, non-traditional food sources, and methodological tools for biodiversity, pharmacognosy, and climate-resilient forest science. The impact lies in identifying candidate bioactive compounds, validating traditional uses, and providing molecular and isotopic techniques to support biodiversity conservation and sustainable bioprospecting.

Key Topics:

• Biodiversity, Ethnobotany & Natural Products
• Agriculture, Precision Farming, Food Systems & Agroecology
• Research Methods, Measurement, Bibliometrics & Academic Practice
• Healthcare, Clinical Epidemiology & Public Health
• Climate, Hazards, Resilience & Urban Sustainability