I have a degree in chemical sciences from the University of Valencia and a PhD in food science and technology from the Polytechnic University of Valencia. My PhD was on the development of edible coatings based on soy protein for food applications. After finishing my thesis I started working at ITENE (research institute for packaging, transport and logistics) and since then I have been involved in R&D in the field of active packaging for food and cosmetics, as well as consultancy in the regulatory area.