Chemical Engineer graduated from the National University of Colombia with MSc in heterogeneous catalysis and a PhD in process engineering from the Eindhoven University of Technology (The Netherlands). His focus lies in the exploration of new concepts in process intensification involving membrane technology. In this direction, he develops hybrid processes in combination with conventional processes such as distillation, reactors and bioreactors. He patented systems of liquid membranes, hybrid distillation columns with membranes, portable systems for water purification and bioreactors for ethanol production.