Our Team
Interdisciplinar Team
Meet our interdisciplinary team of dedicated scientists specializing in chemistry, microbiology, material science, food technology, and engineering, united in our pursuit of pioneering advancements in biobased materials and sustainable solutions.
Luis Cabedo Mas
Full Professor
Luis Cabedo Mas
Luis Cabedo Mas, a Chemical Engineer and Full Professor at Universitat Jaume I, is recognized for his outstanding contributions to sustainable polymers and biodegradation studies, having received multiple awards, led numerous research projects, authored over 90 scientific publications, and played a pivotal role in creating technology-based companies.
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José Gámez Pérez
Professor
José Gámez Pérez
With over 20 years in polymer research, Dr. Jose Gamez-Perez is a Full-Time Assistant Professor at Universitat Jaume I, contributing significantly to research lines such as thermoplastics, fracture mechanics, nanocomposites, and sustainable biopolyesters. His work focuses on reducing the environmental impact of plastics, demonstrated through collaborations and research to optimize performance and minimize carbon footprint.
jose.gamez@uji.es
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Dr. Estefanía Sánchez Safont, an awarded Chemical Engineer from Universitat Jaume I (UJI), specializes in enhancing biopolymer properties for short-lived applications and studying material biodegradation. Co-inventor of a patent on PHA-based materials for packaging, she co-founded CEBIMAT Lab, actively contributes to R&D projects, and serves as an Associate Professor in Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering at UJI
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Anna Marín Gozalbo, a postdoctoral researcher at Universitat Jaume I, focuses on the microbiological aspects of plastic biodegradation. With a Ph.D. in biocontrol agents for fruit decay, she conducted postdoctoral research in the U.S. and Portugal, extending fruit shelf life and developing smart packaging systems.
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Pau Rodenas is a postdoctoral researcher with long experience in research projects in international research centres (WETSUS) and national (IMDEA Water) in water treatment technologies, desalination and recovery of value-added products such as heavy metals. He worked at AINIA as head of projects in water treatment processes from the agri-food industry for the recovery and revaluation of high value-added products and minimization of environmental impact.
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Predocs
Kerly Samaniego Aguilar
Researchers
Nacho Pisa Ripoll Anna Jauregui Esteve
Technicians
Raquel Oliver Valls
UBE Chair
The Cátedra UBE de Plásticos Sostenibles at Universitat Jaume I, established in December 2021, aims to enhance the sustainability of plastic materials through scientific and technical knowledge. It fosters collaboration between professionals and researchers, focusing on the sustainable production, use, and end-of-life management of plastics. The chair engages in research projects, offers annual research initiation scholarships, and organizes seminars and workshops to promote awareness and education on plastic sustainability.