World's Best Scientists 2026 revealed!
Fernanda Borges

Fernanda Borges

D-Index & Metrics

Chemistry

D-Index
69
Citations
20095
World Ranking
6114
National Ranking
47

Overview

Fernanda Borges is affiliated with the University of Porto in Portugal and has developed a research profile primarily focused on the intersection of medicine, biochemistry, genetics, and molecular biology.

The main fields of study addressed in their research include Medicine and Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology. Subfields include Molecular Biology, Organic Chemistry, Pharmacology, Neurology, and Physiology.

Their research topics encompass:

  • Cholinesterase and Neurodegenerative Diseases
  • Mitochondrial Function and Pathology
  • Antimicrobial agents and applications
  • Parkinson's Disease Mechanisms and Treatments
  • Computational Drug Discovery Methods
  • Bacterial biofilms and quorum sensing
  • Alzheimer's disease research and treatments

They frequently publish in several scientific venues, including:

  • Molecules
  • International Journal of Molecular Sciences
  • European Journal of Medicinal Chemistry
  • Toxicology Letters
  • Journal of Medicinal Chemistry

Fernanda Borges has collaborated extensively with other researchers such as Fernando Cagide, Sofia Benfeito, Carlos Fernandes, Paulo J. Oliveira, and Daniel Chavarria.

Some recent papers authored or co-authored by the researcher include:

  • "Molecular mechanisms of ferroptosis and their involvement in brain diseases", 2023, Pharmacology & Therapeutics
  • "Isothiazolinone Biocides: Chemistry, Biological, and Toxicity Profiles", 2020, Molecules
  • "Brain drug delivery and neurodegenerative diseases: Polymeric PLGA-based nanoparticles as a forefront platform", 2022, Ageing Research Reviews
  • "Design and characterization of Nanostructured lipid carriers (NLC) and Nanostructured lipid carrier-based hydrogels containing Passiflora edulis seeds oil", 2021, International Journal of Pharmaceutics
  • "Drug discovery and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis: Emerging challenges and therapeutic opportunities", 2022, Ageing Research Reviews

Best Publications

  • Simple coumarins and analogues in medicinal chemistry: occurrence, synthesis and biological activity.

    F. Borges;F. Roleira;N. Milhazes;L. Santana

  • Chromone: A Valid Scaffold in Medicinal Chemistry

    Alexandra Gaspar;Alexandra Gaspar;Maria João Matos;Maria João Matos;Jorge Garrido;Jorge Garrido;Eugenio Uriarte

  • New insights on the anticancer properties of dietary polyphenols.

    P. Fresco;F. Borges;F. Borges;C. Diniz;M.P.M. Marques

  • Phenolic acids and derivatives: studies on the relationship among structure, radical scavenging activity, and physicochemical parameters.

    Francisco A. M. Silva;Fernanda Borges;Carla Guimarães;José L. F. C. Lima

  • Wine and grape polyphenols — a chemical perspective

    Jorge Garrido;Jorge Garrido;Fernanda Borges

  • Plant derived and dietary phenolic antioxidants: anticancer properties.

    Fernanda M.F. Roleira;Elisiário J. Tavares-da-Silva;Carla L. Varela;Saul C. Costa

  • TGF-β1–Containing Exosomes from Injured Epithelial Cells Activate Fibroblasts to Initiate Tissue Regenerative Responses and Fibrosis

    Fernanda T. Borges;Sonia A. Melo;Sonia A. Melo;Berna C. Özdemir;Berna C. Özdemir;Noritoshi Kato

  • Progress towards the discovery of xanthine oxidase inhibitors.

    F. Borges;E. Fernandes;F. Roleira

  • Hydroxycinnamic acid antioxidants: an electrochemical overview.

    José Teixeira;Alexandra Gaspar;E. Manuela Garrido;Jorge Garrido

  • Chromone as a Privileged Scaffold in Drug Discovery: Recent Advances

    Joana Reis;Alexandra Gaspar;Nuno Milhazes;Fernanda Borges

  • Phenolic acid derivatives with potential anticancer properties--a structure-activity relationship study. Part 1: methyl, propyl and octyl esters of caffeic and gallic acids.

    S.M. Fiuza;C. Gomes;L.J. Teixeira;M.T. Girão da Cruz

  • Anticancer activity of phenolic acids of natural or synthetic origin: a structure-activity study.

    Catarina A. Gomes;Teresa Girao Da Cruz;José L. Andrade;Nuno Milhazes

  • Bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells repaired but did not prevent gentamicin-induced acute kidney injury through paracrine effects in rats.

    Luciana A. Reis;Fernanda Teixeira Borges;Manuel de Jesus Simões;Andrea Aurélio Borges

  • New Perspectives on the Use of Phytochemicals as an Emergent Strategy to Control Bacterial Infections Including Biofilms.

    Anabela Borges;Ana Cristina Abreu;Carla Dias;Maria José Saavedra

  • Antioxidant properties of hydroxycinnamic acids: a review of structure- activity relationships.

    N. Razzaghi-Asl;Jorge Garrido;H. Khazraei;Fernanda Borges

  • Furocoumarins in medicinal chemistry. Synthesis, natural occurrence and biological activity.

    L. Santana;E. Uriarte;F. Roleira;N. Milhazes

  • The anticancer properties of dietary polyphenols and its relation with apoptosis.

    P. Fresco;F. Borges;M. P.M. Marques;C. Diniz

  • Structure–property studies on the antioxidant activity of flavonoids present in diet

    Susana Teixeira;Christophe Siquet;Carla Alves;Isabel Boal

  • Antioxidant profile of dihydroxy- and trihydroxyphenolic acids--a structure-activity relationship study.

    Christophe Siquet;Fátima Paiva-Martins;José L F C Lima;Salette Reis

  • Activity cliffs in drug discovery: Dr Jekyll or Mr Hyde?

    Maykel Cruz-Monteagudo;José L. Medina-Franco;Yunierkis Pérez-Castillo;Orazio Nicolotti

  • Effects of olive oil polyphenols on erythrocyte oxidative damage

    Fátima Paiva-Martins;João Fernandes;Susana Rocha;Susana Rocha;Henrique Nascimento;Henrique Nascimento

  • Original Contribution Structure-property studies on the antioxidant activity of flavonoids present in diet

    Susana Teixeira;Christophe Siquet;Carla Alves;Isabel Boal

Frequent Co-Authors

Eugenio Uriarte
Eugenio Uriarte University of Santiago de Compostela
Maria João Matos
Maria João Matos University of Santiago de Compostela
Lourdes Santana
Lourdes Santana University of Santiago de Compostela
M. Natália D. S. Cordeiro
M. Natália D. S. Cordeiro University of Porto
Paulo J. Oliveira
Paulo J. Oliveira University of Coimbra
Manuel Simões
Manuel Simões University of Porto
Humberto González-Díaz
Humberto González-Díaz University of the Basque Country
Luciano Saso
Luciano Saso Sapienza University of Rome
Stefano Alcaro
Stefano Alcaro Magna Graecia University
Karl-Norbert Klotz
Karl-Norbert Klotz University of Würzburg

If you think any of the details on this page are incorrect, let us know.

Report an issue

We appreciate your kind effort to assist us to improve this page, it would be helpful providing us with as much detail as possible in the text box below:

Related Online Degrees & Career Pathways

Pursuing a Chemistry degree in the USA opens doors to diverse career opportunities, especially in forensic science and criminal justice fields. Many students consider advancing their expertise with an online masters degree in forensic psychology, which combines chemical analysis with behavioral science to support criminal investigations.

Career options extend beyond traditional lab roles, with many graduates exploring forensic science careers. These roles often require a strong foundation in chemistry to analyze evidence and contribute to justice systems.

Cost is a significant factor when selecting a program. Understanding criminal justice degree tuition can help prospective students budget effectively and choose the right education path that fits their financial situation.

For those just beginning, an online associates in criminal justice offers a practical and affordable entry point into the field, laying the groundwork for advanced studies or immediate employment.

Best Scientists Citing Fernanda Borges

Trending Scientists

Recently Published Articles