Luca Longanesi

Luca Longanesi is a highly skilled Senior Scientist at Clean Food Group since March 2022, with extensive experience in biochemical and biotechnological research. Prior positions include Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of Bath, where research focused on producing a palm oil substitute from oleaginous yeasts, and Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Pavia, specializing in the bioproduction of γ-PGA using a GMO strain of Bacillus subtilis. Luca Longanesi earned a Ph.D. in Biochemical and Biotechnological Sciences from the University of Bologna, where research emphasized fermentation processes for the valorization of agro-industrial wastes into biogas and bio-based chemicals. Additionally, Luca has contributed as a Visiting Ph.D. Student at VITO and as a Research Assistant at È COSÌ, further broadening expertise in biotechnological applications. Academic qualifications include a Master's Degree and Bachelor's Degree, both in Biotechnology from the University of Bologna.