Advisory Board

We are pleased to introduce the members of the BioINSouth External Expert Advisory Board (EEAB), a group of professionals with diverse expertise from various sectors. Their combined knowledge supports our mission in bioeconomy and sustainable innovation.

  • Elisabetta Confalonieri: Director-General of University, Research, and Innovation at Regione Lombardia (Italy), focuses on academic and research initiatives.
  • Bruno Ferreira: Chief Executive Officer of Biotrend & Algae for Future, works on biotechnological advancements and algae-based technologies.
  • Alexandre Michine: Chief Executive Officer of Metgen, specializes in industrial biotechnology and enzyme technologies.
  • Hendrik Waegeman: Head of Business Operations at Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant, manages the development and scaling of biobased processes.
  • Luis Mira: General Secretary of the Confederation of Portuguese Farmers, promotes sustainable farming practices.
  • Juan Moreno Rodrigues: Secretary General of the Union de Consumidores de Andalusia (UCAUCE), represents consumer interests in sustainable practices.
  • Manfred Kircher: Freelance Advisor in Bioeconomy, provides strategic insights and advisory services.
  • Maria Eugenia Suarez: Lear and Deputy Manager of Institutional Relations at INTI, fosters collaboration and partnerships.
  • Michael O’Donohue: Director of IBISBA, supports industrial biotechnology through research infrastructure integration.
  • Gregory Jaffe: President of Jaffe Policy Consulting, former USDA Senior Advisor for Regulatory Affairs, rovides strategic advice on national and international policies involving bioeconomy, biotechnology, biofuels, sustainable proteins, biomanufacturing, and food loss and waste.