Roger Gómez Herrera

Developed biocompatible nanocapsules to prevent radiodermitis in breast cancer radiotherapy patients – a clinical translation project partnering with academic and industrial stakeholders to create topical nanoformulations with controlled drug release for oncology supportive care. Contributed formulation optimization, physicochemical characterization, prototype development and patent evaluation in a confidential R&D environment.

Led development of platinum-based nanomaterials for glioblastoma treatment via intranasal drug delivery, addressing unmet needs in brain cancer therapeutics. Engineered polymeric coordination nanoparticles from molecular design through preclinical validation (in vitro/in vivo), achieving first-author publication (Nanotechnology Reviews, 2024). Supervised multidisciplinary team of 5+ researchers across chemistry, materials science and bioassays.

Developed template-mediated drug activation systems for photodynamic therapy, creating nucleic-acid-templated probes that enable controlled singlet oxygen generation on demand. Independently designed, synthesized and fully characterized functional probe libraries using solid-phase synthesis, HPLC-MS and photophysical analysis – delivered comprehensive dataset supporting downstream therapeutic development.

Synthesized novel ligands for metal-organic framework (MOF) development within Dr. Félix Busqué's Bioinorganic Group. Focused on solid-phase ozonolysis strategies to create coordination chemistry precursors with applications in nanomaterials and catalysis. Contributed to experimental design and structural validation supporting advanced materials research.

Developed extraction and analysis methods for NSAIDs in animal tissues to support regulatory toxicology and residue monitoring programs. Established validated SOPs ensuring reproducible, GLP-compliant workflows with optimized sensitivity and recovery across complex biological matrices.

The Master's degree in Industrial Chemistry and Introduction to Chemical Research will allow students to acquire a vision of Chemistry from the perspective of the industrial and research sectors, with in-depth knowledge in the fields of Advanced Materials and Biosciences. Master's students will spe