Victor de Souza

Victor de Souza serves as a Research Fellow at the International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL) within the Food Processing Group (Pastrana Research Group) since 2021. His work focuses on developing sustainable food packaging solutions through advanced material science.

His academic credentials include:

• Diploma in Food Engineering (2008), Federal University of Viçosa, Brazil
• Master's in Food Science and Technology (2014), Federal University of Viçosa, Brazil
• PhD in Food Quality (2018), NOVA University of Lisbon, Portugal

Dr. de Souza specializes in bio-based film development using renewable biopolymers and nanotechnology to enhance food preservation. His research integrates materials engineering with food science to create edible coatings and active packaging systems that significantly extend shelf life while reducing environmental impact. Key innovations involve nanocellulose reinforcement, natural antioxidant incorporation, and smart sensor integration for real-time quality monitoring.

Analysis of his publication record reveals a strong interdisciplinary focus spanning food science, polymer chemistry, and nanotechnology. His work consistently addresses sustainability challenges through biodegradable material design, with recurring themes in natural extract utilization, biodegradability assessment methodologies, and functional packaging applications across food, biomedical, and pharmaceutical sectors.

His scientific recognition includes:

• Stanford University World's Top 2% Scientists List (2023)

While the provided text doesn't specify current advisees, Dr. de Souza previously contributed to the ERANETMED project developing byproduct applications for Opuntia spp. His research has generated over 30 SCI-indexed publications and 8 book chapters, achieving a Scopus h-index of 21.

As a core member of INL's Food Processing Group, he advances nanotechnology applications in food systems through collaborative research on bio-based materials, with ongoing work focused on improving mechanical properties and functional performance of sustainable packaging solutions.