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I am a passionate researcher driven by the goal of improving health and quality of life, especially for vulnerable communities. With my educational background centered in pharmacognosy, phytochemistry, and biochemical engineering from Algerian universities, my research interests revolve around plant-based therapeutics and functional foods.

Specifically, I focus on identifying, extracting, and characterizing bioactive compounds from Algerian medicinal plants. I have honed specialized expertise in polyphenol analysis using chromatographic techniques like HPLC. My investigations evaluate the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and other beneficial bioactivities of these plant extracts, including both in vitro and in vivo evaluations to establish safety and efficacy.

Additionally, I conduct compositional and nutritional analyses of medicinal plants while assessing the bioaccessibility of their beneficial compounds. My aim is to valorize neglected or underutilized plant parts as sustainable, readily available sources of health-promoting substances, aligning with my broader goal of aiding vulnerable communities.

As an experienced collaborator across disciplines like chemistry, nutrition and microbiology, I contribute critical phytochemical perspectives to interdisciplinary projects. My investigations have culminated in 13 peer-reviewed publications to date, with first authorship on 9 articles.

Outside of research, I demonstrate a firm commitment to teaching and mentoring students across subjects like immunology, genetics, and applied enzymology. I also take active roles organizing scientific events, reviewing manuscripts, and guiding young researchers. Overall, my scientific contributions and leadership spotlight me as a dedicated researcher pushing plant-based therapeutics forward.

Activities

Works (15)

Polyphenolic Profile and in vitro Antioxidant Activity of Three Algerian Date (Phoenix dactylifera) Varieties

Yüzüncü Yıl Üniversitesi Tarım Bilimleri Dergisi
2024-06-30 | Journal article
Contributors: Samir Zeroual; Randa Gaouaoui; Amirouche Deghima
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Chemical composition and in vivo/in silico anti-inflammatory activity of an antioxidant, non-toxic essential oil from Thymus algeriensis Boiss & Reut

South African Journal of Botany
2023-06 | Journal article
Part of ISSN: 0254-6299
Contributors: Nadjat Righi; Amirouche Deghima; Daoud Ismail; Pedro A. R. Fernandes; Faiza Baali; Sabah Boumerfeg; Abderrahmane Baghiani; Manuel A. Coimbra; Elisabete Coelho
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Amirouche Deghima

Phenolic profile, safety, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities of wasted Bunium ferulaceum Sm. aerial parts

Food Research International
2022-10 | Journal article
Part of ISSN: 0963-9969
Contributors: Amirouche Deghima
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Amirouche Deghima

Fatty acid composition, acute toxicity and anti-inflammatory activity of the n-hexane extract from Ranunculus macrophyllus Desf. roots

South African Journal of Botany
2022-08 | Journal article
Part of ISSN: 0254-6299
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Amirouche Deghima
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Phytochemical Screening, Antioxidant, Antiulcer, Anti-Inflammatory and Analgesic Activity of the Aqueous Extract of Angelica archangelica

Turkish Journal of Agriculture - Food Science and Technology
2022-03-03 | Journal article
Contributors: Walid Mamache; Abderrahim BENSLAMA; Fatima Benchikh; Hassiba Benabdellah; Sabira Lassas; Hind Amira; Smain Amira
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Phenolic profile, safety assessment, and anti-inflammatory activity of Salvia verbenaca L.

Journal of Ethnopharmacology
2021 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-85101874252

Part of ISSN: 18727573 03788741
Contributors: Righi, N.; Boumerfeg, S.; Deghima, A.; Fernandes, P.A.R.; Coelho, E.; Baali, F.; Cardoso, S.M.; Coimbra, M.A.; Baghiani, A.
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Amirouche Deghima via Scopus - Elsevier

Nutritional constituents and effect of in vitro digestion on polyphenols and antioxidant activity of the large-leaved buttercup (Ranunculus macrophyllus Desf.)

Food Bioscience
2021-04 | Journal article
Contributors: Amirouche Deghima; Diana Ansorena; María Isabel Calvo; Iciar Astiasarán; Fatiha Bedjou
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Wound-healing activity of Algerian Lavandula stoechas and Mentha pulegium extracts: from traditional use to scientific validation

Plant Biosystems - An International Journal Dealing with all Aspects of Plant Biology
2020-12-26 | Journal article
Part of ISSN: 1126-3504
Part of ISSN: 1724-5575
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Amirouche Deghima
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Valorisation of the Green Waste Parts from Large-Leaved Buttercup (Ranunculus macrophyllus Desf.): Phenolic Profile and Health Promoting Effects Study

Waste and Biomass Valorization
2020-11-20 | Journal article
Part of ISSN: 1877-2641
Part of ISSN: 1877-265X
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Amirouche Deghima
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Thymus algeriensis Bioss & Reut: Relationship of phenolic compounds composition with in vitro/in vivo antioxidant and antibacterial activity

Food Research International
2020-10 | Journal article
Part of ISSN: 0963-9969
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Amirouche Deghima
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Anti-inflammatory activity of ethyl acetate and n-butanol extracts from Ranunculus macrophyllus Desf. and their phenolic profile

Journal of Ethnopharmacology
2020-09 | Journal article
Part of ISSN: 0378-8741
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Amirouche Deghima
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Bioactive polyphenols from Ranunculus macrophyllus Desf. Roots: Quantification, identification and antioxidant activity

South African Journal of Botany
2020-08 | Journal article
Part of ISSN: 0254-6299
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Amirouche Deghima
grade
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Chemical Composition and Biological Activities of Essential Oils from Two Wild Algerian Medicinal Plants: Mentha pulegium L. and Lavandula stoechas L

Journal of Essential Oil-Bearing Plants
2019 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-85071153340

Part of ISBN:

0972060X

Contributors: Baali, F.; Boumerfeg, S.; Napoli, E.; Boudjelal, A.; Righi, N.; Deghima, A.; Baghiani, A.; Ruberto, G.
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Amirouche Deghima via Scopus - Elsevier

Assessment of Total Phenolic Content and Antioxidant Activity of Ficus carica and Olea europaea L. Leaves Extracts

Current Nutrition & Food Science
2018-05-07 | Journal article
Part of ISSN: 1573-4013
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Amirouche Deghima
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In-vivo edema inhibition of Hyoscyamus albus antioxidant extracts rich in calystegines

Industrial Crops and Products
2016-10 | Journal article
Part of ISSN: 0926-6690
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Amirouche Deghima
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