Professor/Researcher, Rio de Janeiro State University, Brazil.
Dr. Graziele Freitas de Bem is a Professor of Pharmacology at Rio de Janeiro State University (UERJ), Brazil. She holds a Ph.D. in Biosciences and specializes in Neuropharmacology and Cardiovascular Pharmacology, focusing on medicinal plants, oxidative stress, diabetes, and neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease and schizophrenia. As a permanent member of the FISCLINEX Postgraduate Program, she has supervised numerous students, published in international journals, and filed patents for innovative plant-based extracts. Her commitment to research, innovation, and education has earned her recognition in the scientific community.
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🎓 Education
Dr. de Bem graduated with Bachelor’s and Licentiate degrees in Biological Sciences (20) from UERJ, followed by a Master’s (2012) and Ph.D. in Biosciences (2015). She completed her Postdoctoral training in 2020. Her academic journey reflects a strong foundation in biological sciences, pharmacology, and clinical research.
💼 Experience
Currently a Professor at UERJ, she serves on the postgraduate committee and actively contributes to teaching and mentoring graduate students. She has supervised 30+ students across various academic levels and has been involved in editorial roles, scientific reviews, and collaborative projects in pharmacology and neuroscience.
🔬 Research Interests
Her research focuses on neuropharmacology and medicinal plants, targeting Alzheimer’s disease, schizophrenia, anxiety, depression, and cardiovascular disorders. She explores the role of plant-based extracts in oxidative stress reduction and neuroprotection, emphasizing Euterpe oleracea and Alpinia zerumbet as potential therapeutic agents. 🌿
🏅 Awards
Dr. Graziele Freitas de Bem has received Top Researcher Recognition at UERJ for her exceptional contributions to pharmacological sciences and innovation. She serves as a Guest Editor for renowned journals, including Plants, Molecules, Life, and Pharmaceuticals, where she curates cutting-edge research in medicinal plant pharmacology. Additionally, Dr. de Bem is an active Reviewer for 29 international journals, ensuring the quality and integrity of scientific publications worldwide. Her innovative work in natural product pharmacology has led to patent applications for novel plant-based formulations, highlighting her commitment to translating research into impactful therapeutic solutions.
📚 Top Noted Publications
Alpinia zerumbet leaf extract reverses hypertension and improves adverse remodeling in the left ventricle and aorta in spontaneously hypertensive rats
(Brazilian Journal of Medical and Biological Research, 2025)
🔗 DOI:10.1590/1414-431x2024e14210
📌 Cited by multiple cardiovascular pharmacology studies.
Açaí seed extract mitigates intestinal and hypothalamic alterations in obese mice
(Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology, 2025)
🔗 DOI:10.1016/j.mce.2025.112574
📌 Referenced in metabolic disorder research.
Antioxidant, Anti-Inflammatory, and Antiapoptotic Effects of Euterpe oleracea Mart. (Açaí) in Improving Cognition Deficits
(Plants, 2025)
🔗 DOI:10.3390/plants14132010
📌 Significant contribution to Alzheimer’s treatment studies.
Alpinia zerumbet Extract Mitigates PCB 126-Induced Neurotoxicity and Locomotor Impairment
(Scientia Pharmaceutica, 2025)
🔗 DOI:10.3390/scipharm93020023
Alpinia zerumbet Anxiolytic and Antidepressant Effects: A Literature Review
(Annual Research & Review in Biology, 2024)
🔗 DOI:10.9734/arrb/2024/v39i102138
Conclusion
Based on her academic achievements, editorial responsibilities, and recognized expertise in medicinal plant pharmacology, Dr. Graziele Freitas de Bem is a strong contender for the Best Review Paper Award, primarily due to her impactful review work and contributions to editorial excellence. However, expanding the portfolio of review papers and showcasing their scholarly impact would further solidify her candidacy for future nominations.