Brigitte Sthepani Orozco Colonia

Data science and statistical tools applied to analytical method development, validation, and equivalency assessment for robust, data-driven decisions. DOE, multivariate analysis, process modeling, and data visualization to improve efficiency, productivity, and scalability, while reducing variability, costs, and experimental time. Leadership in LATAM-wide training and mentoring in statistics, data analytics, and experimental design, fostering a data-driven R&D culture across the region. R&D project, budget, and CAPEX management, aligning technical innovation with business performance and sustainability goals

Project management and team coordination, including innovation project prospecting. R&D in molecular diagnostics and electrochemical and colorimetric biosensors. R&D in materials and encapsulation of microorganisms, enzymes, and natural actives. Data analytics, DOE, and statistical modeling for process optimization and scalability. Development of strategic stakeholder relationships to support applied innovation. Implementation of continuous improvement programs to enhance efficiency, quality, and sustainability

- Team leadership and project management - Scale-up in bioreactors for liquid fermentation (biofertilizers, bioinoculants, and biopesticides) - Data analytics, DOE, modeling, RSM and optimization in bioreactors - Microbiological, physicochemical quality assurance and shelf-life control - Validation of reports, SOPs, and technology transfer

- Scale-up in bench and pilot bioreactors for microbial oils with low-cost agroindustrial feedstock - DOE, modeling, RSM and optimization in bioreactors for microbial oils production - Separation, recovery, and characterization of bioproducts

- Microbiome studies through metagenomics of soils and marine environments - Bioprospecting, molecular identification, and improvement of microorganisms - Design of experiments (DOE) and optimization in bioreactors for omega-3 microbial oils

- R&D in immunochromatographic biosensors (rapid tests) for multiplex disease diagnostics - R&D of therapeutic enzymes in bioreactors - Data analytics, DOE, modeling and optimization of parameters - Statistical data validation (sensitivity, specificity, ROC, LOD, LOQ)

- R&D in solid state fermentation for microbial enzymes (cellulases, xylanases, ligninases) - R&D in bioproducts based on fungi and bacteria for agri-business applications - Biological pulping, enzymatic processing, and saccharification of agroindustrial waste - Design of experiments (DOE) and fermentation optimization

- Team leadership and management of food production areas (processed meats, bakery) - Production planning and control (PPC) and quality control (GMP, ISO, OHSAS, HACCP) - Productivity indicators and operational excellence

- Quality assurance, audits, and compliance with standards (GMP, ISO, OHSAS, HACCP) - Quality control of fresh meats, production, R&D, logistics, and packaging - Microbiological and physicochemical analysis - Management of non-conformities, supplier evaluation (PDCA) and data analysis

- Planning of activities in biology, chemistry, biotechnology, food, and unit operations laboratories - Inventory system management, preparation of solutions and culture media - Maintenance and preservation of microorganism bank (bacteria, yeasts, fungi) - Isolation and biochemical and molecular characterization of fermentation yeasts