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Dr. Raul Cuero

About Dr. Raul Cuero

“Life is a continuous creative process based on experiences of living intimately with different cultures toward creating an inspiring story for others.”

– R. Cuero, PhD

“Perfectionism without experience prevents creativity.”

– R. Cuero, PhD

Biosketch

About Dr. Raul Cuero

Raul Cuero, PhD, is a microbiologist, scientist, and inventor who obtained his PhD in Microbiology from Strathclyde University, United Kingdom and MSc in Plant Pathology from Ohio State University, USA. Dr. Cuero has carried out most of his scientific research activities in the United States, and part in the United Kingdom during his PhD studies. He has written for many scientific publications in peer-reviewed international journals related to biotechnology, microbiology, and synthetic biology. Currently, Dr. Cuero is writing a paper about the origin of biomolecules using synthetic biology and AI, as well as a paper on fungal biotechnology using functional synthetic biology.

In addition, Dr. Cuero has written books on science, which include “The Process of Scientific Invention: The Key to Competing in a Technological and AI-driven Society” (2026) published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing, England and “Water and Ions as Conditions Necessary for Life: The Secret History of Life” (2022) published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing, England. Also, he has written a scientific didactic book called “Tales of the Covid Mutants” (2026) published in USA, which presents the viral pandemic as a pictorial, humorous, and cartoony story to create a natural human appeal within the reader to be attracted to science and understand its complexity in an accessible way, especially since people today are more visual learners. He is currently writing another book based on his scientific experiences.

He has also published books on creativity, including “Polishing Diamonds”, “How to Create: The Joy of Creativity”, “Loneliness as a Source of Creativity”, “Fear and Courage Today and Throughout Civilization: The two driving forces toward achievement, influenced by myths, rituals, and knowledge”, and “Between Triumph and Survival”.

Dr. Cuero has made scientific presentations in many different parts of the world, including USA, Europe, Japan, China, Turkey, Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. He has also trained many young people on creativity internationally. Dr. Cuero creates for the benefit of society. Currently, Dr. Cuero is an independent scientist and consultant on biotechnology in the USA.

Education

Higher Academic Achievements

Dr. Cuero receiving his PhD in Microbiology from Strathclyde University, United Kingdom. He is standing with his professor and mentor, the late Professor John Smith (left side).

Dr. Cuero carrying out scientific research in the lab during his PhD studies at Strathclyde University, United Kingdom

Dr. Cuero carrying out some of his early laboratory experiments on biogenesis that lead him to one of his latest scientific inventions.

Life beyond the lab

Photos

Dr. Cuero enjoying his daily bicycle ride around his neighborhood. USA
Dr. Cuero enjoying his home garden with beautiful roses
Dr. Cuero enjoying safari in Africa, observing animals as the biocentric person he is.
Dr. Cuero enjoying one of the Wonders of the World in the southern part of Spain showing his appreciation for history.

These are photos Dr. Cuero took on one of his several trips to China. The left photo is from his visit to the Great Wall of China. The right photo shows Dr. Cuero enjoying interaction with local people  in the ancient capitol city of Xian, China.

Dr. Cuero during his youth observing nature in the tropics, as the biocentric person, who enjoys nature, that he is. This experience led him to many of his scientific inventions in biological sciences.
Basketball was one of Dr. Cuero’s pastimes in his youth, in which he was successful. This activity strengthened his discipline because he realized that to win or make progress, discipline is very important. Similarly, he applied this discipline to his scientific invention process. In addition, competing in basketball helped him to develop a sense of leadership and appreciation for other people.

In their words

Testimonials

TPTaylon PrevostMedical student, Texas, USA

“I am Taylon Prevost, a medical student in Texas, USA, and I met Dr. Cuero as a graduate student nearly two years ago. He uniquely mentored me, challenging me to not only understand scientific knowledge but also to prepare me to create new scientific knowledge. Dr. Cuero elevated my understanding of science and focused my understanding of what it means to be an inventor. I am now halfway through medical school, and his mentorship continues to guide the type of physician that I will become. I now understand, through Dr. Cuero’s mentorship, how important it is for me to be a medical scientist, not only a physician so that I may not just practice medicine but also make scientific contributions to the field of medicine. Mentorship is an act of generosity, and I am grateful to have received such care and kindness from Dr. Cuero.”

MDMaria DiazVideo testimonial
JKJonas KonanPhysician Associate in Neurosurgery, Memorial Hermann Hospital, The Woodlands, Texas

“My path to my actual career started with exposure as an undergraduate student to scientific challenges through the concept of creativity, a concept fostered by Dr. Raul Cuero, in Texas, USA. This early exposure developed in me the courage to tackle scientific experimentations and satisfy scientific curiosity and allow me to conquer any fear I may have had for scientific research and innovation.”

HIHeladio IbarguenScientist, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas

“I never thought that I could have become a research scientist on such an important matter for the society such as cancer, which I enjoy greatly. I attribute my scientific career success to Dr. Raul Cuero’s mentorship during my undergraduate studies in Colombia, not only on science but also on creativity for better living, because this experience harnessed my creativity and allowed me to overcome fear, thus establishing myself with confidence to continue enjoying creativity and develop a self-reliant attitude as well as continuing to contribute to the benefit of society, and currently sharing my experiences with the new generation as Dr. Cuero did with me.”

GMGabriela MeloPhD, Senior Research Scientist on biomaterials, Europe

“The mentorship of Dr. Cuero, as he is someone who has created knowledge and guides us when we want to change or abandon things. Being in the think of the process has allowed me to understand that the end is not always a creation, but rather along the way different functionalities emerge and we have to be on our toes to be able to execute said creation.”

JSJohnny M. SanchezScientist, mentored by Dr. Cuero for more than 15 years

“My name is Johnny Mateo Sánchez, I am a scientist who has been mentored by Dr. Raul Cuero in all different fields of science and creativity for more than 15 years. Due to his mentorship, I have learned to effectively cross science disciplines with creativity and joy. In addition, Dr. Cuero’s mentorship instilled in me values and shared life experiences. One of the highlights of his mentorship was when he told me to maintain my capacity to wonder and practice creatively, not only in science but also in different aspects of daily living to be self-reliant and for a better society. I am amazed by the intelligence, capability and creativity my mentor, Dr. Cuero, has. He can approach problems from multiple angles by analyzing and finding creative and real solutions. I believe this is why he is such an accomplished inventor and scientist.”

Dr. Cuero mentoring young adults at a creativity camp in Indiana, USA, 2010.
Dr. Cuero mentoring young adults at a creativity camp in South Africa, 1998.

Mind + Body = Happiness

Curriculum vitae

Dr. Cuero’s Curriculum Vitae As of 2026

Education, research positions, inventions, books, publications, honors, and lectures, in one place.

Education

PhD

Microbiology

Strathclyde University, United Kingdom

MSc

Plant Pathology

Ohio State University, United States

Scientific Society Membership

Dr. Cuero is a premium member of the American Society of Microbiology (ASM), a member of the Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES), and a member of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).

Premium member

American Society for Microbiology

ASM

Member

Biomedical Engineering Society

BMES

Member

American Association for the Advancement of Science

AAAS

Scientific Research Positions

  1. 2016 – present

    Chief Scientist and Scientific Advisor on Biotechnology

    Biocapital Holdings (BCH) LLC, Houston, TX, United States.

  2. 1988 – 2015

    Research Scientist on Microbiology and Biotechnology

    Texas A&M University System, on the campus of Prairie View – CARC, Texas, United States.

  3. 1987

    USDA Research Associate

    Scientific work on bio-control of mycotoxins under the leadership of the late Dr. E. Lillehoj at the USDA lab in New Orleans, United States.

  4. 1974 – 1979

    Lecturer on Microbiology and Mycology

    University of Valle, Colombia.

  • Presenter at scientific conferences in many parts of the world, including USA, Europe, Japan, China, Africa, and Latin America
  • International consultant on microbial technology for industrial and biomedical applications

Scientific Inventions and Patents

Dr. Cuero has 41 scientific inventions in total: 32 granted as patents by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and 9 patent pending, as of 2026.

  1. 2026
    Polyactive Carbohydrates and Methods of Use ThereofUS 12,709,758 B2
  2. 2026
    Biological Devices and Methods of Use Thereof to Produce Steviol GlycosidesUS 12,692,502 B2
  3. 2025
    Anti-Microbial and UV Protective Extracts and Methods of Making and Using ThereofUS 12,460,212
  4. 2025
    Genelight Cultures and Extracts and Applications ThereofUS 12,410,434 B2
  5. 2025
    UV-Resistant Biological Devices and Extracts and Methods for Producing and Using the SameUS 12,404,511 B2
  6. 2025
    Methods for Producing Carbo Sugars and Application ThereofUS 12,312,590 B2
  7. 2025
    Carbo-Ionic Cultures and Extracts and Applications ThereofUS 12,270,023 B2
  8. 2024
    Glucose Sensors and Methods of Use ThereofUS 12,146,883
  9. 2024
    Methods for Producing a Polyactive Carbohydrate and Applications ThereofUS 12,129,500
  10. 2023
    Biological Devices for Producing Oxidized Zinc and Applications ThereofUS 11,781,157 B2
  11. 2023
    Anti-Microbial and UV Protective Extracts and Methods of Making and Using ThereofUS 11,692,192 B2
  12. 2023
    UV-Resistant Biological Devices and Extracts and Methods for Producing and Using the SameUS 11,639,505 B2
  13. 2023
    Biological Devices and Methods of Use Thereof for the Detection of Amyloid ProteinsUS 11,635,439
  14. 2023
    Biological Devices and Methods of Use Thereof to Produce CarotenoidsUS 11,603,549
  15. 2022
    Biological Devices and Methods of Use Thereof to Produce Steviol GlycosidesUS 11,365,417 B2
  16. 2021
    DNA Constructs and Biological Devices for Producing Carbo SugarsUS 11,149,294 B2
  17. 2021
    Methods for Producing Carbo Sugars and Applications ThereofUS 11,001,848 B2
  18. 2021
    Biological Devices for Producing Oxidized Zinc and Applications ThereofUS 10,995,345 B2
  19. 2021
    Methods for Producing a Polyactive Carbohydrate and Applications ThereofUS 10,995,353 B2
  20. 2019
    Glucose Sensors and Methods of Use ThereofUS 10,501,815 B2
  21. 2018
    Methods and Devices for Electromagnetic Ligation of Nucleic Acids and Electromagnetic Transformation of CellsUS 10,011,841 B2
  22. 2018
    UV-Resistant Microbes and UV-Blocking Microbial ExtractUS 9,987,219 B2
  23. 2018
    Glucose Sensors and Methods of Use ThereofUS 9,932,644 B2
  24. 2018
    Biological Devices and Methods of Use Thereof for the Study and Control of Alzheimer’s DiseaseUS 9,890,201 B2
  25. 2018
    Polyurethane Biofoams Derived from Natural Products and Methods of Making and Using ThereofUS 9,868,811 B2
  26. 2017
    Biological Devices and Methods for Increasing the Production of Lycopene from PlantsUS 9,828,609 B2
  27. 2017
    Glucose and Insulin Sensors and Methods of Use ThereofUS 9,683,266 B2
  28. 2017
    Compositions for Water Treatment and Methods of Using ThereofUS 9,617,176 B2
  29. 2016
    Methods for Increasing the Production of Phenolic Compounds from Theobroma CacaoUS 9,428,759 B2
  30. 2015
    Methods and Devices for Electromagnetic Amplification of Nucleic AcidsUS 9,004,729-B2
  31. 2007
    Compositions and Methods for Removal of Toxic Metals and RadionuclidesUS 7,309,437 B2
  32. 1998
    Effective Plant BiocontrolUS 5,830,459

Published Books

Scientific books

Cover of The Process of Scientific Invention: The Key to Competing in a Technological and AI-driven Society
2026

The Process of Scientific Invention: The Key to Competing in a Technological and AI-driven Society

Cambridge Scholars Publishing, England

Cover of Water and Ions as Conditions Necessary for Life: The Secret History of Life
2022

Water and Ions as Conditions Necessary for Life: The Secret History of Life

Cambridge Scholars Publishing, England

Cover of Tales of the Covid Mutants
2026

Tales of the Covid Mutants

Published in the USA

Creativity books

Cover of Polishing Diamonds
2025

Polishing Diamonds

Amazon.com

Cover of Fear and Courage Today and Throughout Civilization: The two driving forces toward achievement, influenced by myths, rituals, and knowledge
2023

Fear and Courage Today and Throughout Civilization: The two driving forces toward achievement, influenced by myths, rituals, and knowledge

Amazon.com

Cover of How to Create to Excel: The Joy of Life
2015

How to Create to Excel: The Joy of Life

Amazon.com and Kindle

Cover of Loneliness as a Source of Creativity: In the Modern Technological Era
2014

Loneliness as a Source of Creativity: In the Modern Technological Era

Amazon.com and Kindle

Cover of Between Triumph and Survival
2004

Between Triumph and Survival

American Binding and Publishing Co.

Scientific Publications

69 publications
  1. 2022
    CUERO, R. 2022. Water and Ions as the Conditions Necessary for the Presence of Life: The Secret History of Life. Book. Cambridge Scholars Press. England
  2. 2021
    CUERO, RAUL 2021. DNA SARS-CoV-2 Sensor for Recognition of Polyclonal Antibodies: Use of Raman Photonic Spectrometry. Journal Frontiers in Nanotechnology. Volume 3 (1). Read article
  3. 2020
    CUERO, R., et. al. 2020. Molecular Labeling of DNA Amyloid Sensor with Plasma, and the Glycemic Factor, for Photonic Detection of Alzheimer’s Blood. Diabetes Updates. (6):1-15. Read article
  4. 2019
    CUERO R, AND SANCHEZ L. 2019. DNA-based glucose sensor and photonicity for early detection of diabetes using saliva. Diabetes Updates, Volume 5: 1-5. OAT 2019. Read article
  5. 2017
    CUERO RAÚL, J. NAVIA, D. AGUDELO, P.MEDINA. 2017. Construct of DNA glucose sensor yeast plasmid for early detection of diabetes. Journal of Integrative Obesity and Diabetes. Volume 3(5): 1-9. Frontiers in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology OAT. ISSN: 2056-8827.
  6. 2017
    CUERO RAÚL. J. MARÍA NAVIA. 24 AUG 2017. Glucose and Insulin Sensors and methods of use thereof. PUB No US2017/024979 A1. PCT No PCT/US12/34170.
  7. 2016
    CUERO, R. 2016. Martian soil as a potential source of nanoparticles: Study using Martian regolith similant, Frontiers in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology OAT, FNN. Volume 2(2): 91-99.
  8. 2016
    CUERO RAÚL. N. GUTIÉRREZ CALLE. M. SÁNCHEZ LONDOÑO 2016. Methods and devices for Electromagnetic Ligation of Nucleic Acids and Electromagnetic Transformation of Cells. PUB No US2016/0168578 A1. PCT No PCT/US14/49015.
  9. 2016
    CUERO, R. IBARGUEN H. 2016. Molecular and Toxicological characterization of anti-UV Yeast plasmid compound for skin protection, Frontiers in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology OAT 2016, FNN. Volume 2(4): 159-164.
  10. 2016
    CUERO RAÚL. G. MELO RODRÍGUEZ. 2016. Polyurethane biofoams derived from natural products and methods of making and using thereof. PUB No US2016/0168311 A1. PCT No PCT/US2014/049530.
  11. 2016
    CUERO RAÚL. D. VÁSQUEZ FORERO. 2016. Biological devices and methods of use thereof for the study and control of Alzheimer´s disease. PUB No US2016/0168214 A1. PCT No PCT/US14/49574.
  12. 2014
    CUERO RAÚL. J. LONDOÑO MURILLO. 2014. Composition for Water treatment and methods of using thereof. WIPO/PCT WO 2014/193868 A1. PCT No PCT/US2014/039642.
  13. 2014
    CUERO RAÚL. M. FRANCO JIMÉNEZ, N. GUTIÉRREZ CALLE, M. SÁNCHEZ LONDOÑO. 2014. Methods and devices for Electromagnetic Amplification of Nucleic Acids. PUB No US2014/0030764 A1. Provisional Application No 61/676,358.
  14. 2014
    CUERO RAÚL. 2014. Preparation of Biological devices and their use thereof for increasing the production of Secondary Metabolites from plants. WIPO/PCT WO 2014/018849 A1. PCT No PCT/US2013/052245.
  15. 2014
    CUERO RAÚL. 2014. Methods for increasing the production of Phenolic Compounds from Theobroma Cocoa. PUB No US 2014/0033360 A1. Provisional Application No 61/675,869.
  16. 2013
    RAUL CUERO. 2013. DNA sensors for predicting diabetes: A synthetic biology approach. International Conference on Integrative Biology Summit, Las Vegas, August 5-7, 2013.
  17. 1989
    RAUL G. CUERO, 1989. Synergistic effect of zinc chelating action chitosan on suppression of aflatoxigenic aspergilli growth and Aflatoxin production: A biocontrol method Proc. Eighth Biennial Research Symposium, Land-Grant Colleges and Universities-1890- 1990. Oct. 8-11. Arlington, VA. p. 52.
  18. 2013
    CUERO, R, MCKAY. D. 2013. “Induction and Construct UV Protective Yeast Plasmid”, Journal of Biotechnology (Elsevier). Volume 166, Issue 3, 10 July 2013, Pages 76
  19. 2012
    RAUL CUERO, JLILLY, DAVID S. MCKAY. 2012. “Constructed molecular sensor to enhance metal detection by bacterial ribosomal switch-ion channel protein interaction”. Journal of Biotechnology (Elsevier). Vol 158 (12012): 1-7
  20. 2007
    QUINTERO, A., S. GARCIA, C. GUEVARA, C. RINCON, C. OSPINA, P. GUEVARA, AND R.CUERO. 2007. A microbial biosensor device for iron detection under UV irradiation. Vol. 1 (1-2): pp 71-73. IET Synth Biol.
  21. 2005
    CUERO, R, AND T. OUELLET. 2005. Enhancement of Genetic Molecular Expression by Mineral Ions in Microbial Cells, and its Effect at the Cellular Level. FEEDINFO. Scientific Reviews. November, 15, 2005.
  22. 2004
    Microbial Biogenesis in Ferromagnetic Reduced Martian Simulant Soil, Under UV Light: Use of Electrosensors. Extremophiles 2004. International Conference on Extremophiles. September 19-23, 2004. Cambridge, Maryland. Abstract #145
  23. 2004
    CUERO, R. AND T. OUELLET. 2004. Metal ions Modulate Gene Expression and Accumulation of the Mycotoxins Aflatoxin and Zearalenone. Journal of Applied Microbiology. Vol. 98: 598-605
  24. 2003
    R.G.CUERO. 2003. Life on Mars: Use of Electrosensors and computer simulation. Vol. 7:238-239 September, 2003. GIT Verlag, A Wiley Company.
  25. 2003
    CUERO, R., T. OUELLET, J. YU, AND N. MOGONGWA. 2003. Metal Ion Enhancement on Fungal Growth, Gene Expression, and Aflatoxin Synthesis in Aspergillus flavus: RT-PCR Characterization. Journal of Applied Microbiology. Published United States Department Agriculture.
  26. 2003
    R. CUERO, R. T. OUELLET, J. YU, AND N. MOGONGWA. 2003. Metal Ions Enhancement of Fungal Growth, Gene Expression, and aflatoxin: RT-PCR Characterization. Journal of Applied Microbiology. Vol. 94(4)
  27. 2001
    RAUL G.CUERO. 2001. Bio-nanotechnology: Key for Biotechnology to the Molecular Level. Scientific article. G.I.T. Verlag. Publishing LTD. Darmstadt, Germany
  28. 1999
    MARCIA R. FRANZOLONI, WALDEREZ GAMBALE, RAUL G. CUERO, AND BENITO. CORREA. 1999. Interaction between toxigenic Aspergillus flavus Link and mites (Tyrophagus putrescentiae Schrank) on maize grains: effects on fungal growth and aflatoxin production. Journal of Stored Product. Vol. 35:215-224
  29. 1999
    CUERO. R. 1999. Book Chapter. Antimicrobial Action of Exogenous Chitosan. In: Chitin and Chitinases. Ed by P. Jolles and R.A. Muzzarelli, eds.). Page 315-333. Birkhauser-Verlag Publishing Basel /Switzerland.
  30. 1998
    Y.LOPEZ, N.P. KELER, B.SARR, T.D. PHILLIPS, R.G.CUERO, AND O.D. SMITH. 1998. Visual Estimation of Aflatoxin Production in Peanut with Aspergillus Norsolorinic Acid Mutants. Peanut Science. P. 92 -99.
  31. 1998
    R. CUERO. 1998. Effect of soil Mineralogy and Associated Mycoflora in DNA to Toxigenic Fungal Growth and Mycotoxin Production. Texas Agricultural Research Project Database.
  32. 1998
    J.E. SMITH, J. LACEY, R. CUERO, N. RAMAKRISHMA, AND N. GQALENI. 1998. Storage Product Ecology and Mycotoxin Formation. In: Mycotoxins and Phycotoxins-Developments in Chemistry, Toxicology and Food Safety, eds. by M. Miraglia, H. Van Egmond, C. Brera, J. Gilbert. Chapter 31, P: 289-302.
  33. 1996
    R.G. CUERO. 1996. Enhanced Heavy Immobilization by a Bacterial-Chitosan Complex in Soil. Biotechnology Letters. Vol. 18 No (May 1996) p. 511-514.
  34. 1995
    RAUL G. CUERO. 1995. Resistencia aflatoxicose induzida por polissacarideo Quitosan em galinhas. Respostas celulares e por anticorpos. Simposio International sobre Micotoxinas em Avez.
  35. 1995
    J.E. FAJARDO, R.D. WANISKA, R.G. CUERO, AND R.E. PETTIT. 1995. Phenolic compounds in peanut seeds: Enhanced elicitation by chitosan and effects on growth and aflatoxin B1 production by aspergillus flavus. Food Biotechnology, 9 (1&2), 59-78 (1995).
  36. 1995
    RAUL G CUERO AND GONDSON O. OSUJI. 1995. Aspergillus flavus-induced chitosanase in germinating corn and peanut seeds: A. flavus mechanism for growth dominance over associated fungi and concomitant aflatoxin production. J. Food Additives and Contaminants. Vol. 12 No3, 479-483.
  37. 1994
    J.E FAJARDO, R.D WANISKA, R. CUERO, AND R. PETTIT. 1994. Effects of Chitosan and Aspergillus flavus on Isozymes Related to Phenolic compound Synthesis and Protein Profiles of Peanut Seeds. Food Biotechnology Vol. 8(2&3):213-228.
  38. 1994
    FAJARDO, L., R. WANISKA, R.G. CUERO, AND R.E. PETTIT. 1994. Phenolic Compounds in Peanut Seeds: Enhanced Elicitation by Chitosan and Effects on Growth and Aflatoxin B1 Production by Aspergillus flavus. Food Biotechnology, Vol. 8(2&3): 191-211.
  39. 1993
    RAUL G. CUERO AND G. OSUJI. 1993. Chitosanase Induction in Maize and Peanuts: Enzyme Inducting Factors. In: Chitin Enzymology (R.A.A. Muzzarelli, University of Ancona, Italy). European Chitin Society Ancona, 1993. pp 277-288.
  40. 1992
    RAUL G.CUERO AND GODSON O. OSUJI. 1992. Aspergillus flavus Induced-chitosanase in Germinating Corn and Peanut Seeds: A. flavus Mechanism for Growth Dominance and Toxin Production. Proceedings 8th Int. IUPAC Symposium on Mycotoxins and Mycotoxins. Mexico City, Nov. 6-13, 1992.
  41. 1992
    GODSON O. OSUJI, G.O. AND RAUL .G. CUERO. 1992. Regulation of Ammonium Ion Salvage and Enhancement of the Storage Protein Contents of Corn, Sweetpotato, and Yam Tuber by N-(Carboxymethyl) Chitosan Application. Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry, Vol. 40:724-734.
  42. 1992
    G.O. OSUJI AND R.G. CUERO. 1992. N-Carboxymethylchitosan Enhancement of Storage Protein Contents of Maize Seeds (Zea mays L.). Food Biotechnology, Vol. 6(2):105-126.
  43. 1992
    R.G. CUERO , R. WANISKA, J.FAJARDO, G. OSUJI AND E. DUFFUS. 1992 Enhancement of Phytoalexin and Chitosanase by chitosan in germinating Peanuts: Biocontrol of toxigenic fungi and mycotoxins: In C Brine, P. Sandford, J Zinkakis (eds). Advances in Chitin and Chitosan. Elsevier Science Publishers. Amsterdam.
  44. 1991
    CUERO, R.G., AND G. OSUJI. 1991. Chitosanase Bionduction by Two Strains of Bacillus sp. and Chitosan in Peanut: An Effective Biocontrol of Pathogenic and Toxigenic Fungi. Med. Fac. Landbouww. Rijksuniv. Gent, 56(4a), PP. 1415-1425.
  45. 1991
    G.O OSUJI & R.G. CUERO. 1991. A rapid method for enhancing the storage protein yields of yam tuber, sweetpotato and maize through N- Carboxymethylchitosan treatment of the crops. Fifth Forum for Applied Biotechnology, Universiteit Gent 25-27 sep, Belgium.
  46. 1991
    R.G CUERO, G. OSUJI, AND E. DUFFUS. 1991. N-Carboxymethylchitosan: Uptake and effect on chlorophyll production, water potential and biomass in tomato plants. Food Biotechnology Vol. 5(2), pp. 95-103.
  47. 1991
    CUERO, R.G., E. DUFFUS, G. OSUJI, AND R. PETTIT. 1991. Aflatoxin Control in Preharvest Maize: Effects of Chitosan and Microbial Agents. Journal of Agricultural Science, Vol. 117:165-169.
  48. 1991
    OSUJI, G.O., R.G. CUERO, AND A. WASHINGTON. 1991. Effects of Alfa-Ketoglutarate on the Activities of Glutamate Dehydrogenase, Glutamate Synthase, and Aspartate Transaminase of Sweet Potato, Yam Tuber and Cream Pea. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, Vol. 39:1590-1596.
  49. 1991
    GODSON O. OSUJI, RAUL G. CUERO, ARTHUR WASHINGTON. 1991. The biochemical properties of high-protein sweetpotatoes. Sweet potato Technology for the 21st century. Tuskegee University. Program Abstracts. June 2-6.
  50. 1991
    CUERO, R.G., G. OSUJI. 1991. Chitosanase Production by strain of Bacillus spp: An Effective Biocontrol Method. Proceedings Forum for Applied Biotechnology, Belgium, Sept. 1991.
  51. 1991
    CUERO, R.G., R. WANISKA, J. FAJARDO, G. OSUJI, AND E. DUFFUS. 1991. Enhanced elicitation of Phytoalexin and Chitosanase by Chitosan in corn and peanut: Biocontrol of Toxigenic Fungi and Mycotoxins. In: 5th Int. Conf. on Chitin and Chitosan. October 17-20 Princeton, NJ. 1991.
  52. 1991
    CUERO, R.G., G. OSUJI, AND A. WASHINGTON. 1991. N-Carboxymethylchitosan inhibition of aflatoxin production; Role of zinc. Biotechnology Letter. Vol. 13(6), pp 441-444.
  53. 1990
    CUERO, R.G., E. DUFFUS, AND G. OSUJI. 1990. Aflatoxin Control in Postharvest Corn Kernels: Proceedings 5th International Working Conference on Stored Product Protection. Bordeaux, France, September 9-14, 1990. F. Fleurat-Lessard and P. Ducom (Eds.), Vol. 1., pp. 279-289
  54. 1990
    CUERO RAUL, G.E DUFFUS AND G. OSUJI. 1990. Aflatoxin control in corn and peanut kernels at various water activities and temperatures: Effects of bacillus subtilis and chitosan. 5th International Working Conference on Stored – Product Protection. September 9-14. 1990. Bordeaux-France.
  55. 1990
    CUERO, R.G., E. DUFFUS, AND G. OSUJI. 1990. Elimination des aflatoxines du mais et des arachides a differentes temperatures et a differentes activites de L’eau: Effets de Bacillus Subtilis et du Chitosan. Proceedings 5th International Working Conference on Stored Product Protection. Bordeaux, France, September 9-14, 1990. F. Fleurat-Lessard and P. Ducom (Eds.), Vol. 1. p 290.
  56. 1990
    CUERO, R.G., AND E.B. LILLEHOJ. 1990. Carboxymethylchitosan: Algistatic and Algicidal Properties. Biotechnology Techniques. 1990 Vol. 4 No 4 pp. 275-280.
  57. 1988
    RAUL G. CUERO, ALISON MURRAY, AND JOHN E. SMITH. 1988 Control of toxigenic molds in cereal seeds. Book: Biocontrol of Plant Diseases Volume II, Chapter 6. CRC Press, Inc. Boca Raton Florida.
  58. 1988
    RAUL G, E. B. LILLEHOJ, E. CLEVELAND, AND A. REINE. 1988. Chitosan as a control agent of toxigenic fungal growth and aflatoxin production. Proceedings of the Japanese Association of Mycotoxicology, Supp. 1. IUPAC ’88 and ICPP ’88. Mycotoxins and Phycotoxins.
  59. 1988
    RAUL CUERO, JHON E. SMITH, and JOHN LACEY. 1988. Mycotoxin formation by Aspergillus flavus and Fusarium graminearum in irradiated maize grains in the presence of other fungi. Journal of Food Protection, Vol. 51(6):452-456. USA.
  60. 1987
    R. G. CUERO, J. E. SMITH, AND J. LACEY. 1987. Interaction of water activity, temperature and substrate on mycotoxin production by Aspergillus flavus, penicillium viridicatum and Fusarium graminearum irradiated grain. Transactions of British Mycological Society Journal, England. Vol.89(2):221-226.
  61. 1987
    Cuero, R. Et. Al. 1987. Alfatoxin in Coloumbia. Book Chapter. In Zuber, M.S., E.B. Lillehoj, and B.L. Renfro, Alfatoxin in Maize: A proceedings of the workshop. CIMMYT. Mexico, D.F. 389.
  62. 1987
    LACEY, J., N.L. MAGAN, AND R.G. CUERO. 1987. The influence of water and temperature on molding and mycotoxin formation. Proceedings, 4th International Working Conference on Stored Product Protection. Tel Aviv., Sept., 1986, p. 63-76.
  63. 1987
    RAUL G. CUERO, 1987. Factors governing mycotoxin production in crop plants, food and feed. Proceedings, Primera Reunión de Investigación sobre Micotoxinas. Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, D.F., p. 52-62.
  64. 1987
    RAUL G. CUERO, JOHN E. SMITH AND JOHN LACEY. 1987. Stimulation by Hyphopichia burtonii and Bacillus amyloliquefaciens of Aflatoxin Production by Aspergillus flavus in Irradiated Maize and Rice Grains. Applied and Environmental Microbiology, May 1987. P 1142-1146. Vol 53, No 5
  65. 1986
    J.E. SMITH AND R.G. CUERO. 1986. Interaction between toxic and non-toxic fungi in gamma irradiation sterilised cereals. Mycotoxins in cereals and other stored products. Edited by B. Flannigan. International Biodeterioration Supp. 1986. Vol 22. C.A.B. International. UK.
  66. 1986
    CUERO, R.G., J. SMITH, AND J. LACEY., 1986. A novel containment system for laboratory scale solid particulate fermentations. Biotechnology Letters. Vol 7(7):463-466.
  67. 1986
    CUERO, R.G., J. SMITH, AND J. LACEY. 1986. The influence of gamma irradiation and sodium hypochlorite on maize seed microflora and germination. Food Microbiology. Vol. 3, 107-113, Chapter 10.
  68. 1985
    CUERO, R.G., E.B. LILLEHOJ, W.F. KWOLEK, AND M.S. ZUBER. 1985. Mycoflora and aflatoxin in pre-harvest maize kernels of varied endosperm type. Trichothecene and other mycotoxins. In: J. Lacey (ed). John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. pp 109-111.
  69. 1980
    CUERO, R.G., 1980. Ecological Distribution of Fusarium solani and its opportunistic action related to mycotic keratitis in Cali, Colombia. Journal of Clinical Microbiology. Vol. 12 No 3.

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Other Scientific Publications and Conference Abstracts

37 abstracts
  1. Session AES16 – Electromicrobiology and Synthetic Biology. Microbial Construct cDNA Biomarkers to Enhance Fluorescent Recognition of Sars-CoV-2 Antibodies Applying Micro-Currents in Yeast as a Model: An Alternative for Vaccines Development. Authors R. Cuero, J. M. Sanchez; BioCapital Holdings, LLC, Houston, TX, Intl. Park of Creativity, Manizales, Colombia
  2. Session MBP06 Metabolism Enzyme Mechanics and Physiology. Microbial Construct CDNA Biomarker to Harness Hormones and Photosynthesis for Higher Carbon Capture in Plants: The Biophotonic Effect. Authors R. Cuero, J. M. Sanchez; BioCapital Holdings, LLC, Houston, TX, Intl. Park of Creativity, Manizales, Colombia
  3. Construct-cDNA for Versatile Biopolymer Functional Material, in Microorganisms: Use of Synthetic Biology. Raul Cuero, Johnny Mateo Sanchez, BioCapital Holdings LLC, United States of America; International Park of Creativity, Colombia
  4. Session AES16 – Electromicrobiology and Synthetic Biology. Microbial Construct cDNA Biomarkers to Enhance Fluorescent Recognition of Sars-CoV-2 Antibodies Applying Micro-Currents in Yeast as a Model: An Alternative for Vaccines Development. Authors R. Cuero, J. M. Sanchez; BioCapital Holdings, LLC, Houston, TX, Intl. Park of Creativity, Manizales, Colombia
  5. 2018
    CUERO RAÚL, Ph.D. DAVID S. MCKAY, Ph.D. 1 MAY 2018. Anti-UV Technology Using Synthetic Biology. BioCapital Holdings LLC and NASA’s Johnson Space Center, Houston, Texas. Tech Briefs. Read article
  6. 2011
    RAUL CUERO. 2011. Where the Unknown and Known of Science Converge, Making Biology Predictable for Economic Benefit. BIT´s 2nd World DNA and Genomic Day – 2011. Dalian, China.
  7. 2006
    MAGAYA, L. AND R. CUERO. 2006. The Use of Microbial Biosensors to Determine Undetectable Levels of Chemical Contamination. Research Directors, INC. 14th Biennial Research Symposium. April 1-5. Atlanta, Georgia. USA.
  8. 2005
    R.CUERO. 2005. Enhancement of Genetic Molecular Expression by Mineral Ions in Microbial Cells, and its Effect at the Cellular Level. Feed info. Scientific Reviews. 14/11/2005.
  9. 2005
    CUERO, R, D. MCKAY, M. RIBEIRO, C. CRUZ, E. DUFFUS. 2005. Simulated Exobiology Study Using Martian Simulant Soil, Electrosensors and Ferromagnetism: Life in interface between inorganic and organic. Program and Abstract of the Joint International Symposia for Subsurface Microbiology (ISSM 2005) and Environment Biogeochemistry. 14-19 August, 2005. Jackson Hole, Wyoming. USA
  10. 2004
    R. CUERO, AND T. OUELLET. 2004. Metal ions modulate gene expression and production of aflatoxin and zearalenone and their effect on enzymes for mycotoxin synthesis. Abstract. IUPAC Symposium, 2004. Bethesda Maryland. May, 2004
  11. 2003
    R.G. CUERO, D. MCKAY, A.ELLIS. 2003. Biogenesis Studies Using Martian Similant Soil and Electrosensors Monitored by an Intelligent Expert System: Autotrophic Bacteria as the Interface Between Inorganic and Organic. American Society for Microbiology 103rd General Meeting, May 18-22 Washington, D.C. Abstracts
  12. 2003
    RAUL CUERO. 2003. Molecular Genetic Expression, in Relation to Mycotoxin Production, Regulated by Metal Ions: Use of RT-PCR, and Electrospray Ionization Mass. I. Panamerican Symposium on Mycotoxins for Industry. April 1-4, 2003. Mexico City
  13. 2002
    R. CUERO, AND N. MOGONGWA. 2002. Fungal growth and molecular mechanisms induce by metal ions, in relation to toxin production: use of RT – PCR, and electro – spray ionization techniques. The Texas Branch of The American Society for Microbiology. Fall Meeting. Austin, Texas. November 7-9.
  14. 2002
    R. CUERO, R. AND H.IBARGUEN. 2002. Metal Ions Mediation of Fungal Metabolism and Genetic Expression in Relation to Cytotoxicity and Toxigenicity in Human and Animals. 2nd Conference on Molecular Mechanisms of Metal Toxicity and Carcinogenesis. September 8-11-2002. Morgantown; West Virginia.
  15. 2002
    R.CUERO, R., T. OUELLET, J. YU & N. MOGONGWA. 2002. Metal effect on fungal toxin, genetic expression, and growth regulation: use of RT-PCR, subtraction library, and electrospray ionization. Abstract #1085. Seventh International Mycological Congress. Oslo. August, 2002.
  16. 2001
    RAUL CUERO, JOHN WILLIAMS, NNANA MOGONGWA, FELICIA KING, ALFONSO SADBERRY, AND ASHLEY CHATHAM 2001. Effective molecular mechanisms to identify microorganisms resistant to toxic metals in the environment. Expanding Opportunities Conference. Jackson State University. April 1-3.
  17. 2001
    R.G. CUERO, R., H. IBARGUEN, AND A. CHATHAM. 2001. Effect of Metal ions on electrokinetic of cells growth, metabolism, and molecular mechanisms: A Bio-nanotechnology Study. 10th European Congress of Biotechnology. Madrid, 8-11 July, 2001. Abstract HEA – 43
  18. 2000
    R. CUERO AND N. MOGONGWA. 2000. Metal ions regulation of fungal growth and production of secondary metabolites (mycotoxins): Molecular and cellular mediation. Biotechnology 2000. The World Congress on Biotechnology. 3-8 Sep ICC- Berlin.
  19. 2000
    R.G. CUERO. 2000. Regulation of mycotoxins formation and fungal growth by metal ions and fertilizer: effect on fungal gene expression. In: Mycotoxins in Perspectives at the Turn of the Millennium (W.J. de Koe, R.A. Samson, H.P. van Egmond, J. Gilbert, M. Sabino, eds.). Chapter 10: 355-361. Proceedings of the 10th Mycotoxins IUPAC. Symposium, Guaruja, Brazil, 2000. IUPAC/AOAC.
  20. 2000
    R. G. CUERO. 2000. Interactive action of metal ions, and fertilizer on mycotoxins formation: effects on toxigenic fungal DNA/RNA, and growth. X International IUPAC Symposium on Mycotoxins and Phycotoxins. Instituto Adolfo Lutz Sao Paulo, Brazil.
  21. 2000
    RAUL G. CUERO, J WILLIAMS AND T.E. MOGONGWAAT. 2000. Phenotypic Expression of Mycotoxins Production Regulated by Metal Ions Interactions in Soil. Association of Research Directors, Inc. April 19-21 Washington.
  22. 2000
    R. CUERO, H. IBARGUEN, AND G. MMBJJWE. 2000. Fungal Cytotoxicity and Toxigenicity Induced by Metal Ions: Effect on Human and Animals cells. 6th International Symposium on Metal Ions in Biology and Medicine. May 7-10, 2000. San Juan, Puerto Rico.
  23. 2000
    R. CUERO, H. IBARGUEN, AND G. MMBJJWE. 2000. Fungal Cytotoxicity and Toxigenicity Induced by Metal Ions: Effect on Human and Animals. In: Metal Ions In Biology and Medicine; vol. 6. Eds. J.A. Centeno, Ph. Collery, G. Vernet, R.B. Finkelman, H. Gibb, J.C. Etienne. John Libbey Eurotext, Paris. Pp 765-767
  24. 1998
    RAUL CUERO. 1998. Papel de los metales pesados para el control de micotoxinas. VII Congreso Latinoamericano de Botánica y XIV Congreso Mexicano de Botánica. Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana. Octubre del 18 al 24.
  25. 1998
    R.G. CUERO, R., J. WILLIAMS, AND J. KONAN. 1998. Zinc and Copper Interaction on Control of Growth and Mycotoxins Production by Aspergillus and Fusarium Species. International Symposium on Mycotoxin: Mycotox 98. Toulouse-France: 2-4 July, 1998.
  26. 1997
    XYANTHINE GILMORE, AND R. CUERO. 1997. Fungal DNA Changes Induced by Microbial Mixed Population and Soil Copper. Proceedings. XI Biennial Research Symposium, 1890 Universities. San Antonio, September, 1997.
  27. 1996
    R. G. CUERO AND T. OUELLETT. 1996. Interactive Effects of Zinc and Associated Mycoflora in Toxigenic Fusarium DNA and Aspergillus in Relation to Growth and Toxins Production (Abstract): IX International IUPAC Symposium on Mycotoxins and Phycotoxins. Rome, 27-31, 1996.
  28. 1994
    W.C MADU, A. MANGAROO, R. CUERO, AND G. OSUJI, 1994. Effects of physical and chemical factors of sweetpotato (Ipomoea batatas L.). Ass. of Res. Directors, Inc. Tenth Biennial Research Symposium, 1890 Land-Grant Colleges and Universities. Oct. 2-5, 1994, New Orleans, Abstract, page 33.
  29. 1994
    MADU, W.C., CUERO, R.G, MANGAROO A, AND OSUJI G.O. 1994. A Rapid Method for Generating Suspension Cell Cultures of Root and Tuber Crops (Abstract). The Fifth Gatlinburg Symposium. Technology Transfer of Plant Biotechnology. Knoxville, Tennessee. May 24-28, 1994.
  30. 1994
    CUERO RAUL AND G. OSUJI. 1994. Fungal chitosanase polypeptides and their role in microbial interactions. Fifth International Mycological Congress, Vancouver, Canada, August 14-21, 1994. Abstract, Page 44.
  31. 1992
    CUERO, R.G. AND G. OSUJI. 1992. Chitosanase Induction by Interaction of Bacillus species with chitosan as Defense Mechanism Against Fungi in Germinating Peanut and Corn Seeds. Abstract 9th International Biotechnology Symposium. Crystal City, Aug. 16-21, 1992.
  32. 1991
    R.G. CUERO AND G.O. OSUJI. 1991. Chitosanase production by strain of Bacillus spp in Groundnut and Maize: An Effective Biocontrol Method. Forum for applied biotechnology. Abstracts University of Gent, Belgium. 25-27 Sep.
  33. 1990
    G. OSUJI, R. CUERO AND C. BRAINTHWAITE. 1990. Comparative mechanisms of glutamate dehydrogenase, glutamate synthase, glutamine synthetase and asparagine synthetase in amino acid biosynthesis in crops. 5th European Congress on Biotechnology. Copenhagen July 8-13.
  34. 1990
    R.G. CUERO, E.DUFFUS, G. OSUJI. 1990. Effects of Chitosan and two microbial agents. The American Phytopathological Society, The Canadian Phytopathological Society, APS/CPS Abstracts of Presentations. 1990 APS/CPS Annual Meeting. August 4-8 1990. Michigan USA.
  35. 1988
    RAUL G. CUERO, EB. LILLEHOJ AND A. REINE. 1988. Chitosan as a control agent of toxigenic fungal growth and aflatoxin production. 5th International Congress of Plant Pathology. Abstracts of papers. Kyoto- Japan.
  36. 1986
    CUERO, R.G., I. HERNANDEZ, H. CARDENAS, E. OSORIO AND L.C ONYIAH., 1986. Aflatoxin in Colombia. Aflatoxin in Maize. Aflatoxin Workshop. Proceeding of the Workshop. El Batan, Mexico. April 7-11, 1986. México. CIMMYT/ UNDP and USAID.
  37. 1983
    CUERO, R.G., J. VALVERDE, J. GAMBOA, AND J. RESTREPO. 1983. Tiempo de mantenimiento y características de almacenamiento de la sierra (Scomberomuros sierra) y Sardina Crinuda (Opistonema libertate) en agua de mar refrigerada, hielo y cuarto frió. FAO/Informe de Pesca No 340/FIIUR340. Consulta de Expertos sobre tecnología de productos pesqueros en América Latina. Ciudad de México, Diciembre, 1983. Organización de la Naciones Unidas para la Agricultura y la Alimentación.

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Honors and Recognitions

2007

NASA Certificate of Recognition

For the creative development of a technical innovation, “Effective Removal of Radionuclides Contamination As Uranium and Toxic Metals, Using Martian Simulant Soil”. Published by NASA Brief Tech 2007 (Volcanic Ash). U.S. Patent #7309437.

This picture shows Dr. Cuero enjoying a conversation with his colleague the late Dr. David McKay, a former NASA-JSC scientist. Here, they are discussing about the Martian regolith simulant soil used during the implementation of their invention on anti-UV as well as decontamination of metal ions and radionuclides, in which both are co-authors of these patented inventions (Cuero and McKay, 2007 US 7,309,437 B2; Cuero and McKay, 2018 US 9,987,219 B2), for which they both received the NASA Certificate of Recognition.

2008

Texas A&M University System Inventor Award

Awarded as an inventor by The Texas A&M University System, with the Invention Patented Award recognition.

2003

Distinguished Professor, Prairie View A&M University

Given to Dr. Cuero because of his creativity based on the patented inventions he developed for the University.

2010

Outstanding Alumni Award, Heidelberg University, USA

Recognizes lifetime accomplishments and contributions to a given profession, community and society at large.

Invited Lectures and Keynotes

  1. 2017
    “Entrepreneurship Using Science and Technology” to Faculty, Students, and other Professionals at Heidelberg University, Ohio, USA. March 23, 2017
  2. 2016
    “How to Create by Doing it for Competition and Prosperity in Technological Era”. Asociación de Industriales de Puerto Rico. San Juan. June 2-5, 2016. Puerto Rico
  3. 2016
    “Workshop: How to Create by Doing it in Technological Era.” Dr. R Cuero: Organizer and one of the main presenters along with other mentors of the International Park of Creativity. May 14, 2016. Houston TX. USA
  4. 2016
    “Creativity: The only Alternative to Compete and Achieve Sustainable Wealth”. Latin Synergy (Sinergia Latina). Conference of leaders of impact. April 6-9, 2016. Cancun, Mexico.
  5. 2015
    “Turning the page: Transforming the African, American and Latino male experiences in higher education.” Black, Brown & College Bound. January 21, 2015. Tampa, USA.
  6. 2014
    “Driving Competitiveness, Powering innovation.” 8th Annual Americas Competitiveness Forum OAS. October 2014. Trinidad y Tobago.
  7. 2014
    “Integrated Synthetic Biology to Diagnose Disease” Global Biotechnology Congress. June 2014, Boston, USA.
  8. 2013
    “Creativity: Invention or innovation to create jobs”. Corporation of Hamilton, December 2013, Bermuda.
  9. 2013
    “Roundtable on Youth Entrepreneurship for Development”. United Nations Joint Event in the Framework of the Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW). November 2013. Geneva, Switzerland.
  10. 2013
    “On contemporary economic development based on creative science technologies” 3rd Summit of Mayors and Presidents of African Descent. September 2013, Cali, Colombia.
  11. 2012
    “The importance of the exchange of intellectual property” US Chamber of Commerce and Global Intellectual Property Center. July 2012, Washington, USA
  12. 2012
    “When the good education is not enough: Creativity is the only alternative”. Organization of American States (OAS) – hemispheric dialogue. July 2012, Washington, USA.
  13. 2011
    “Where the Unknown and Known of Science Converge, Making Biology Predictable for Economic Benefit”. BIT´s 2nd World DNA and Genomic Day – 2011. Dalian, China.
  14. 2010
    “Culture of creativity and innovation: Imperative challenge for Latin American development”. Organization of American States (OAS). Workshop. September 2010, San Antonio TX, USA.
  15. 2009
    “Youth Leadership” Leadership forum magazine, Semana. October 2009. Manizales, Colombia
  16. 2008
    “Creative science and technology for economic development”. International Conferences of Americas. October 2008, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.
  17. 2008
    “Creativity in Science and Technology” General Assembly of the Organization of American States (OAS). May 2008. Medellin, Colombia.
  18. 2007
    “Education, Science and Creativity.” IV International Congress of EDUCARED. 2007. Madrid, Spain.

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World Scientific Presentations

Dr. Cuero has made scientific presentations in many different parts of the world.

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