Bruno Melo-Ferreira

Currently serving as a process expert in the Bioconjugates business unit, coordinating PPQ production campaigns for bioconjugate products. Responsible for ensuring operational excellence and supporting technology transfer in GMP API production.

Provided biophysical characterization support for various biomolecules, focusing on formulation and stability. Led projects related to oligonucleotides and managed project activities, budgets, and coordination for in vitro and in vivo studies.

Established a new business unit focused on biophysical characterization, developing assays and methods to meet both internal and external customer needs. Managed customer interactions and provided training for analytical techniques.

Conducted cGMP analytical testing for protein-based drug substances, utilizing various chromatographic techniques. Ensured compliance with quality standards and collaborated with method development teams.

Led R&D activities to develop novel biologics formulations, including nano-formulations for targeted drug delivery. Implemented analytical methods for quality control and supported technology transfer.

During my PhD, I had the opportunity to develop and deepen my knowledge in the most diverse analytical techniques (HPLC, Mass spectrometry, molecular biology, biophysical techniques). I worked with several techniques used in the analysis of proteins/peptides/bioconjugates, studying interactions between proteins and developing new advanced formulations.

Completed a Licentiate degree in Applied Biology, focusing on cell-specific glycoproteome profiling in Arabidopsis Thaliana during a curricular internship. This experience provided a solid foundation in biological sciences and research methodologies.