Carmen Sofia da Rocha Freire Barros

Dr. Carmen Sofia da Rocha Freire Barros is a Coordinating Researcher in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Aveiro, leading the BioPol4Fun research group focused on biopolymer-based functional materials and bioactive compounds.

Her research develops sustainable materials from renewable resources for applications in active food packaging, biomedical devices, and functional textiles. Current projects include NanoBioinks for 3D bioprinting, InPaCTus for eucalyptus-based products, and multiple biobased packaging initiatives. Dr. Barros has authored over 260 publications and holds patents in biopolymer composites and extraction methods.

Recent publications demonstrate innovations in bioactive packaging films, cardiac regeneration patches, and flame-retardant fibers. Research consistently bridges green chemistry principles with advanced material functionality.