Dr, Javier Hoyo

Dr. Hoyo, is graduated in chemical engineering and chemistry and holds MSC in Molecular Biotechnology and MSC in Chemical Process Engineering. Research lines: i) fabrication of micro-/nano-particles & hydrogels and their functionalization using bioactive agents for medical applications (antimicrobial and antibiofilm); and ii) use of natural polymers in multiple applications such materials functionalization (polymeric, paper and textiles), fluidic paper devices, bioadhesives and bioremediation.