Dr. Laura Higueras Contreras is an accomplished food and pharmaceutical scientist with a strong interdisciplinary background in Food Science, Pharmacy, and active packaging technologies. She earned dual undergraduate degrees in Food Science and Technology and Pharmacy from the University of Valencia, achieving excellent academic performance and receiving Extraordinary Awards in recognition of her achievements. She completed advanced postgraduate training at the same institution and obtained her Ph.D. in Food Science with the highest academic distinction and international recognition. Her scientific career has been closely associated with the Institute of Agrochemistry and Food Technology (IATA-CSIC), where she has worked as a predoctoral fellow and contracted researcher, developing extensive expertise in polymeric and hybrid materials for food packaging applications. Her research focuses on antimicrobial systems, controlled release of active compounds, nanostructured materials, and bio-based packaging, addressing key challenges related to food safety, shelf-life extension, and sustainability. Dr. Higueras Contreras has actively participated in multiple international, national, and regional R&D projects, collaborating with academic institutions and industrial partners, and contributing to experimental development, data analysis, and technical reporting. In parallel with her research activities, she serves as an Associate Professor in Preventive Medicine, Public Health, Food Science, Toxicology, and Legal Medicine at the University of Valencia, where she integrates research-driven knowledge into teaching. Her scientific output includes impactful peer-reviewed publications, notably “Silver ions release from antibacterial chitosan films containing in situ generated silver nanoparticles” in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, reflecting her contribution to the advancement of antimicrobial food packaging materials.