Dr. Laura Higueras Contreras | Materials Chemistry | Research Excellence Award
CSIC – Instituto De Agroquímicay Tecnología De Alimentos (IATA) | Spain
Dr. Laura Higueras is a researcher working in the field of sustainable food packaging and bio-based polymer materials, with a strong focus on environmentally friendly coating technologies for food applications. Her expertise includes polylactic acid (PLA) formulations, waterborne polymer coatings, biodegradable packaging systems, and the enhancement of barrier and functional properties using green stabilizers. Her research contributes to extending food shelf life while supporting circular economy and sustainability goals. She has demonstrated strong collaborative engagement through multidisciplinary research networks and co-authorships. According to Scopus, she has authored 13 peer-reviewed publications, received 568 citations, and holds an h-index of 8, reflecting growing international impact. Her work supports societal needs by promoting sustainable materials that reduce plastic waste and improve food safety standards globally.
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Featured Publications
Delaying walnut oxidation using a compostable film comprising poly(ε-caprolactone), thermoplastic gliadins, and green tea extract
– Alejandro Aragón Gutiérrez · Food Packaging and Shelf Life · September 2024
Antimicrobial Active Packaging Systems Based on Ethylene-Vinyl Alcohol Copolymers
– Active Packaging Materials, 2025
Delaying Walnut Oxidation Using a Compostable Film Comprising Poly(ε-caprolactone), Thermoplastic Gliadins, and Green Tea Extract
– Journal of Food Packaging & Shelf Life, 2024
– Antimicrobial Packaging Systems, 2025