Tiago B. Afonso

Tiago B. Afonso is a Researcher at the Centre for Biotechnology and Fine Chemistry (CBQF) affiliated with the University of Minho. He holds a PhD in Water biofilm modulation by fungi (2021). His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on education and environmental sustainability.

• Education: PhD in Water biofilm modulation by fungi (University of Minho, 2016–2021)

Research interests include bioactive compounds in food and industrial byproducts, sustainable chemical processes, and circular economy applications. He leads projects like BE@T (bioeconomy for textiles) and GReAT (aquaculture wastewater treatment), emphasizing valorization of waste materials and microbial systems.

Key contributions include studies on edible films, mushroom extracts, and leather industry waste. His work bridges biotechnology and environmental science, with publications on antioxidant mechanisms, prebiotic properties, and enzymatic hydrolysis.

Active in international collaborations and conferences, he has presented at events like the National Day of Scientific Culture (2023). His research has been featured in media for innovations in functional textiles and zero-waste processes.