Overview
Background
Michael is passionate about plant-based foods, with a particular focus on their nutritional composition, quality, bioactivity, digestibility, and potential for promoting healthy diets. He has served as a Chief Investigator on several flagship initiatives, including the ARC Industrial Transformation Training Centre for Uniquely Australian Foods, the CRC for Developing Northern Australia, and the HIA-funded Naturally Nutritious project. His research emphasizes the importance of understanding both in vitro bioaccessibility—how compounds are released from the food matrix and become available for intestinal absorption—and the more complex in vivo bioavailability and metabolism, including microbial degradation in the gut. These processes are critical for predicting the bioactivity and potential health benefits of dietary phytochemicals in humans.
Availability
- Dr Michael Netzel is:
- Available for supervision
Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy, Justus Liebig University Giessen
Research interests
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Phytochemicals and Health
My primary research interests focus on phytochemicals—specifically polyphenols (both bound and free), carotenoids, and betalains—as well as vitamins. I investigate their analysis, binding characteristics within the plant (food) matrix, and structural modifications or degradation during processing and digestion. This includes studying their bioaccessibility, bioavailability, and metabolism, essentially tracing the journey “from raw produce to absorbed and metabolised bioactive compounds.”
Works
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2002
Journal Article
Bioaktive Fruchtsaefte – in vivo Untersuchungen mit schwarzem Johannisbeersaft, naturtruebem Apfelsaft und Mehrfruchtsaft
Netzel M, Strass G, Bitsch I, Rechner A, Dietrich H, Boehm V and Bitsch R (2002). Bioaktive Fruchtsaefte – in vivo Untersuchungen mit schwarzem Johannisbeersaft, naturtruebem Apfelsaft und Mehrfruchtsaft. Fluessiges Obst, 69 (2), 113-116.
2002
Journal Article
Rotweinanthocyane und ihre Bioverfuegbarkeit für den Menschen
Netzel M, Strass G, Bitsch I, Koenitz R, Christmann M and Bitsch R (2002). Rotweinanthocyane und ihre Bioverfuegbarkeit für den Menschen. Ernaehrung/ Nutrition, 26 (2), 58-63.
2002
Conference Publication
Moderne Weinbereitung und ihr Einfluss auf den Resveratrolgehalt bei ausgewaehlten Rotweinen
Netzel, M., Strass, G., Bitsch, I., Koenitz, R., Christmann, M. and Bitsch, R. (2002). Moderne Weinbereitung und ihr Einfluss auf den Resveratrolgehalt bei ausgewaehlten Rotweinen. 39. Wissenschaftliche Kongress der DGE, Jena, Germany, 14-15 March 2002. DGE.
2002
Conference Publication
Biokinetics of anthocyanins from red grape juice in healthy volunteers
Bitsch, R., Netzel, M., Strass, G. and Bitsch, I. (2002). Biokinetics of anthocyanins from red grape juice in healthy volunteers. COST Action 916: Bioactive Compounds in Plant Foods - Health Effects and Perspectives for the Food Industry, Tenerife, Spain, 26-28 April 2001. Brussels, Belgium: Office for Publications of the European Communities.
2002
Conference Publication
Anthocyane im menschlichen Plasma nach Genuss von rotem Traubensaftkonzentrat
Netzel, M., Strass, G., Bitsch, I. and Bitsch, R. (2002). Anthocyane im menschlichen Plasma nach Genuss von rotem Traubensaftkonzentrat. Deutscher Lebensmittelchemikertag 2001, Braunschweig, Germany, 11-12 September 2001.
2002
Conference Publication
Anthocyanins and metabolites in human urine and plasma after red wine ingestion
Bitsch, R., Netzel, M., Strass, G., Koenitz, R., Christmann, M. and Bitsch, I. (2002). Anthocyanins and metabolites in human urine and plasma after red wine ingestion. 21. International Conference on Polyphenols, Marrakech, Morocco, 9-12 September 2002.
2002
Conference Publication
Werden Anthocyane dosislinear resorbiert?
Janssen, M., Netzel, M. and Bitsch, I. (2002). Werden Anthocyane dosislinear resorbiert?. 39. Wissenschaftliche Kongress der DGE, Jena, Germany, 14-15 March 2002.
2002
Conference Publication
Zur Beurteilung der antioxidativen Kapazitaet von Fruchtsaeften: Sind in vitro Tests ausreichend?
Bitsch, I., Netzel, M., Strass, G., Carle, E. and Bitsch, R. (2002). Zur Beurteilung der antioxidativen Kapazitaet von Fruchtsaeften: Sind in vitro Tests ausreichend?. Lebensmittel – Mittel zum Leben! Gemeinsames Symposium der Lebensmittelchemischen Gesellschaft und der Deutschen Veterinaermedizinischen Gesellschaft 2002, Muenster, Germany, 8-10 April 2002.
2002
Conference Publication
In vivo antioxidative capacity of a composite berry juice
Netzel, Michael, Strass, Gabriele, Kaul, Caroline, Bitsch, Irmgard, Dietrich, Helmut and Bitsch, Roland (2002). In vivo antioxidative capacity of a composite berry juice. 5th Karlsruhe Nutrition Symposium, Karlsruhe, Germany, 22-24 October 2000.
2002
Conference Publication
Die in-vivo Bestimmung der Bioverfügbarkeit von gebundenem Vitamin B6
Borsch, C., Netzel, M. and Bitsch, I. (2002). Die in-vivo Bestimmung der Bioverfügbarkeit von gebundenem Vitamin B6. 39. Wissenschaftliche Kongress der DGE, Jena, Germany, 14-15 March 2002.
2002
Conference Publication
Effect of oxygenation during grape processing on selected bioactive phenolics in red wines
Strass, G., Netzel, M., Bitsch, I., Koenitz, R., Christmann, M. and Bitsch, R. (2002). Effect of oxygenation during grape processing on selected bioactive phenolics in red wines. Functionalities of Pigments in Food, Lisboa, Portugal, 11-14 June 2002. Lisbon, Portugal: Sociedade Portuguesa de Quimica, Federation of European Chemical Societies, European Commission.
2002
Conference Publication
Die Bioverfuegbarkeit von Anthocyanen aus rotem Traubensaftkonzentrat und Rotwein
Strass, G., Netzel, M., Bitsch, I. and Bitsch, R. (2002). Die Bioverfuegbarkeit von Anthocyanen aus rotem Traubensaftkonzentrat und Rotwein. 39. Wissenschaftliche Kongress der DGE, Jena, Germany, 14-15 March 2002. DGE.
2002
Conference Publication
Die Bioverfuegbarkeit von Polyphenolen aus Fruchtsaeften, gemessen als integrale plasmatische antioxidative Kapazitaet
Bitsch, I., Netzel, M., Strass, G., Carle, E. and Bitsch, R. (2002). Die Bioverfuegbarkeit von Polyphenolen aus Fruchtsaeften, gemessen als integrale plasmatische antioxidative Kapazitaet. 39. Wissenschaftliche Kongress der DGE, Jena, Germany, 14-15 March 2002. DGE.
2002
Journal Article
In vivo antioxidative capacity of a composite berry juice
Netzel, Michael, Strass, Gabriele, Kaul, Caroline, Bitsch, Irmgard, Dietrich, Helmut and Bitsch, Roland (2002). In vivo antioxidative capacity of a composite berry juice. Food Research International, 35 (2-3), 213-216. doi: 10.1016/S0963-9969(01)00186-7
2002
Conference Publication
Bioavailability of the overall antioxidant capacity of fruit juices in humans
Birtsch, I., Netzel, M., Strass, G., Carle, E. and Bitsch, R. (2002). Bioavailability of the overall antioxidant capacity of fruit juices in humans. 21. International Conference on Polyphenols, Marrakech, Morocco, 09-12 September 2002.
2002
Conference Publication
In vivo Bioaktivitaet eines anthocyanreichen Rotweins
Netzel, M., Strass, G., Koenitz, R., Christmann, M., Bitsch, R. and Bitsch, I. (2002). In vivo Bioaktivitaet eines anthocyanreichen Rotweins. Forschung im Dienste der Lebensmittelqualitaet – Beitraege der Gemeinschaftsforschung, 60. FEI-Diskussionstagung 2002, Garching, Munich, Germany, 3-4 September 2002. Forschungskreis der Ernaehrungsindustrie e. V, Bonn, Germany.
2002
Conference Publication
Bioactivity of an anthocyanin-rich hibiscus extract in humans
Netzel, M., Janssen, M., Strass, G., Pfannebecker, I., Bitsch, I. and Bitsch, R. (2002). Bioactivity of an anthocyanin-rich hibiscus extract in humans. Functionalities of Pigments in Food, Lisbon, Portugal, 11-14 June 2002. Lisbon, Portugal: Sociedade Portuguesa de Quimica, Federation of European Chemical Societies, European Commission.
2002
Conference Publication
Die Verfuegbarkeit von Ascorbinsauure aus Orangen- und schwarzem Johannisbeersaft für den Menschen
Netzel, M., Pfannebecker, I., Strass, G. and Bitsch, I. (2002). Die Verfuegbarkeit von Ascorbinsauure aus Orangen- und schwarzem Johannisbeersaft für den Menschen. Deutscher Lebensmittelchemikertag 2001, Braunschweig, Germany, 11-12 September 2001.
2001
Journal Article
Bioavailability of antioxidative compounds from Brettacher apple juice in humans
Bitsch R, Netzel M, Carle E, Strass G, Kesenheimer B, Herbst M and Bitsch I (2001). Bioavailability of antioxidative compounds from Brettacher apple juice in humans. Innovative Food Science & Emerging Technologies, 1 (4), 245-249. doi: 10.1016/S1466-8564(00)00026-6
2001
Journal Article
Efficacy of benfotiamine versus thiamine on function and glycation products of peripheral nerves in diabetic rats
Stracke H, Hammes HP, Werkmann D, Mavrakis K, Bitsch I, Netzel M, Geyer J, Koepcke W, Sauerland C, Betzel RG and Federlin KF (2001). Efficacy of benfotiamine versus thiamine on function and glycation products of peripheral nerves in diabetic rats. Experimental and Clinical Endocrinology & Diabetes, 109 (6), 330-336. doi: 10.1055/s-2001-17399
Funding
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Supervision
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring and understanding the nutritional quality and functional properties of wild harvested Australian grown elderberries (native elderberries)
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Olivia Wright, Professor Heather Smyth, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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Doctor Philosophy
Investigating the nutritional and bioactive properties of native Australian Citrus species
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Natasha Hungerford, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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Doctor Philosophy
Following the Tracks: Bringing traditional knowledge and food science together to improve health outcomes in Central Australia
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa, Dr Luke Williams
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring the Nutritional and Functional Quality of Australian Indigenous Yam
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Femi Akinsanmi, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring the Nutritional quality and Food Functionality of Salt Bush (Atriplex semibaccata) - an Australian Indigenous Edible Halophyte
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Dharini Sivakumar, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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Doctor Philosophy
Assessing the effect of date fruit (Phoenix dactylifera L.) on human gut microbiota and metabolite production: an in vitro fermentation study
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa, Dr Loan Nguyen
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Doctor Philosophy
Opening the Discussion on Harnessing Traditional Knowledge and Plants for Indigenous Health: Development of a Bush Food-based Carbonated Beverage
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa, Dr Olivia Wright
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring traditional Aboriginal knowledge and potential enterprise development of fungi in Northern Australia.
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Elizabeth Aitken, Associate Professor Sharlene Leroy-Dyer, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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Doctor Philosophy
Modelling interactive effects of environment and physicochemical properties of Persoonia spp.
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Dharini Sivakumar, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
Completed supervision
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Effect of storage on the nutritional quality of 'Rubycot' plumcot and 'Queen Garnet' plum
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Bruce Topp, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Australian indigenous edible halophytes - potential sources of functional ingredients
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Olivia Wright, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Exploring the Nutritional Potential of Carica papaya Linn Cultivars
Principal Advisor
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2025
Doctor Philosophy
Exploring the nutritional quality and food functionality of Burdekin plum (Pleiogynium timoriense)
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Daniel Cozzolino, Dr Kamalesh Adhikari, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
Effects of Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Activities of Australian Native Plants (Kakadu plum and Davidson plum) on the Safety and Quality of Value-added Meat Products
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Heather Smyth, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa, Professor Louw Hoffman
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Use of Novel Green Technologies for Preservation of Horticultural Produce using Plant Bioactives
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Impact of growing region and processing on the quality and functionality of wild harvested Terminalia ferdinandiana Exell fruits
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Daniel Cozzolino, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Impact of photosensitization on the nutrient profile and bioaccessibility of bioactive compounds in Australian grown strawberries
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Nutritional and Functional Quality of Flour and Proteins from Australian Acacia seed
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Mike Gidley, Professor Louw Hoffman, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Development of a microalgal biorefinery to produce omega-3 fatty acid EPA and other high-value compounds from Nannochloropsis
Associate Advisor
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Assessing the safe use of Terminalia ferdinandiana for dietary purposes
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Emerita Professor Mary Fletcher, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
IDENTIFICATION AND INDUCED BIOSYNTHESIS OF NATURAL HEALTH COMPOUNDS IN MICROALGAE
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Harendra Parekh, Dr Karnaker Reddy Tupally
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2015
Doctor Philosophy
Induction of carotenoid and phytosterol accumulation in microalgae
Associate Advisor
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