Over the years, I have worked on active packaging, controlled release systems, and bio-based materials. I am now extending this into system-level innovation, connecting materials, processing, and emerging sensing approaches to address food quality, shelf life, and sustainability. Current Focus: 1. Active and smart bio-based packaging 2. Controlled release systems (food & biomedical) 3. Food quality and shelf-life systems 4. Agro-industrial integration for sustainability 5. Early-stage integration of sensing / data-driven approaches Collaboration: Strong foundation in biomaterials and food systems Translating research toward application and pilot scale Connect disciplines (materials ↔ process ↔ system) Access to tropical validation context Leadership platform for multi-partner initiatives