My name is Viviana Ribeiro, and I am a postdoctoral researcher at the Centre for Biotechnology and Fine Chemistry (CBQF), Universidade Católica Portuguesa, developing decellularized extracellular matrix–based biomaterials derived from animal tissues as by-products from the agri-food and textile industry. My research focuses on using decellularized rabbit dermis as a sustainable and biologically relevant platform for advanced skin in vitro models. These models aim to better replicate native human skin microenvironments for applications such as drug and cosmetic testing, and disease modeling. By integrating decellularized matrices with cells and biofabrication strategies, my work supports more predictive, ethical, and translational alternatives to conventional 2D cultures and synthetic scaffolds. This approach bridges circular bioeconomy principles with next-generation skin testing and evaluation platforms.
The NETSKINMODELS Action provides a collaborative framework to advance standardized, reproducible skin in vitro models and to connect my research with complementary expertise in validation, regulation, and innovation.
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