Cristiano Pedroso-Roussado

Cristiano Pedroso-Roussado is a Portuguese multidisciplinary researcher currently serving as a postdoctoral researcher at the Interactive Technologies Institute, affiliated with University of Lisbon. With a background spanning life sciences, design, and management, he operates at the intersection of scientific research and creative applications. His academic journey includes a PhD in Applied Biosciences for Health from University of Brighton (2022), MSc in Microbiology from University of Lisbon (2015), and BSc in Biology from University of Lisbon (2013).

His educational background is remarkably diverse, encompassing studies in psychology, biology, microbiology, design, and business. Additional professional development includes fashion courses from Central Saint Martins and London School of Fashion, design thinking training from IADE, and business management education including an MBA from Power Business School and an LVMH certificate.

Pedroso-Roussado's research interests focus on microbiology applications in sustainable fashion, gut microbiota analysis, and climate neutrality solutions. His work bridges scientific rigor with creative implementation, particularly evident in his exploration of bacterial cellulose for fashion applications and nature-based environmental solutions. He describes himself as operating across three professional pillars: science, creativity, and management.

Analysis of his recent publications (2022-2025) reveals a clear interdisciplinary trajectory, evolving from traditional microbiology research toward innovative applications at the science-design interface. His work increasingly focuses on sustainable solutions for environmental challenges, particularly in coastal urban contexts through projects like Bauhaus of the Seas.

Notable scientific contributions include:

• Groundbreaking work connecting microbiology with sustainable fashion practices
• Innovative applications of nanopore sequencing in environmental and medical contexts
• Development of nature-based solutions for manufacturing environmental impacts
• Creative approaches to climate neutrality for coastal cities

Pedroso-Roussado actively contributes to the Bauhaus of the Seas project, which aims to demonstrate climate neutrality solutions with particular focus on coastal urban environments. His research methodology combines rigorous scientific analysis with creative implementation strategies, resulting in publications that span microbiology journals, design theory publications, and sustainability-focused outlets. His work demonstrates how fundamental scientific research can be translated into practical applications addressing global environmental challenges.