Ana Leite Oliveira

Ana Leite Oliveira is an Assistant Professor with Habilitation at the Escola Superior de Biotecnologia, Universidade Católica Portuguesa (UCP), where she also serves as the Director of the Master of Biomedical Engineering. She leads the Biomaterials and Biomedical Technology Laboratory at the Centre for Biotechnology and Fine Chemistry (CBQF), a key research center within the university. Her work bridges academic research and industrial innovation in advanced biomaterials.

Her research is centered on natural-based biomaterials for tissue regeneration, with a strong emphasis on skin-related applications. She has pioneered work in silk sericin-based hydrogels, decellularized matrices, and supercritical CO₂ technology for sterilization and processing of biological materials. Her research aims to modulate the biofunctionality of biomaterials and ensure their safety for clinical translation, with a vision toward scalable production.

Her recent publications (2019–2023) demonstrate a consistent focus on biomaterials innovation, particularly in decellularization, hydrogel development, 3D bioprinting, and wound healing. These works span high-impact journals in materials science and biomedical engineering, reflecting interdisciplinary collaboration and technological advancement in regenerative medicine.

Ana Leite Oliveira has been actively involved in scientific service, serving as an Independent Expert for the European Commission since 2008. She has successfully coordinated multiple research projects funded by national, European, and private entities, demonstrating strong leadership in securing and managing research grants. Her innovation has led to 6 patents, with active collaboration with industry to develop new products and processes.

She leads the Biomaterials and Biomedical Technology Laboratory, which focuses on developing advanced materials for regenerative medicine. The lab integrates expertise in biomaterials synthesis, processing, characterization, and biological evaluation, fostering a collaborative environment for training the next generation of biomedical engineers.