Filipa Rodrigues earned her degree in Biochemistry and completed her master’s in applied Biochemistry in 2022, at the University of Madeira. Currently, Filipa is a researcher at the Laboratory of Biomaterials, Bioanalysis, and Biotechnology of the University of Madeira/CIIMAR. Her research focuses on the use of exopolysaccharides extracted from microalgae and cyanobacteria to create innovative sustainable coatings. Filipa is committed to developing eco-efficient alternatives that can replace traditional, non-recyclable disposable materials, to promote environmental sustainability and improve food safety.
