Jhonatas Rodrigues Barbosa is a professor and researcher in Food Science and Technology, specializing in the chemistry of bio-based carbohydrate polymers. He holds a degree in Natural Sciences-Chemistry, and a master's and doctorate in Food Science and Technology. He is a founding partner and CEO of Magic Biotech Produtos Alimentícios Ltda, a company specialized in the production of soft drinks and beverages. In the academic field, he develops studies on the recovery and application of natural polysaccharides. He has experience in mushroom cultivation, fungal biotechnology, carbohydrates, and protein chemistry. He works as a researcher and collaborator in multidisciplinary research fields on the concept of circular bioeconomy.