Caio Massoto Pacheco

Caio Massoto Pacheco is a Brazilian chemist and entrepreneur, Ph.D. in Chemistry from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), with a research focus on continuous-flow synthesis, laboratory automation, and 3D printing of chemical reactors. He is the founder and CEO of FlowPrint Innovations, a deep-tech startup incubated at COPPE/UFRJ that develops modular and affordable automation systems for laboratories and industries.

During his doctoral research, he designed low-cost continuous-flow systems integrating open-source microcontrollers (Arduino/ESP32) and sensors for real-time monitoring, leading to the creation of the FlowSense platform. His work combines process intensification, green chemistry, and digital fabrication to democratize access to scientific infrastructure.

Caio is currently pursuing an MBA in Innovation and Entrepreneurship Management at the University of São Paulo (USP/ESALQ), where he studies business models and performance indicators for deep-tech startups.

EDUCATION

Ph.D. in Chemistry (2020–2024)
Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) – Institute of Chemistry
Thesis: Continuous Flow Oxidation and the Use of Low-Cost Microcomputers for Real-Time Analysis
Advisor: Prof. Rodrigo Octavio Mendonça Alves de Souza
Research Areas: Flow Chemistry, Laboratory Automation, 3D Printing, Green Chemistry

M.Sc. in Chemistry (2018–2020)
Fluminense Federal University (UFF) – Institute of Chemistry
Dissertation focused on the synthesis and characterization of coordination compounds with potential catalytic activity.

B.Sc. in Chemistry (2013–2017)
Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) – Institute of Chemistry

MBA in Innovation and Entrepreneurship Management (2024–present)
University of São Paulo (USP/ESALQ)
Research Project: Performance Indicators and Growth Strategies in Deep Tech Startups

RESEARCH, TEACHING, or OTHER INTERESTS

Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Computer Engineering

Scopus Publications

Chemo-enzymatic cascades for the sustainable transformation of canola oil into hydrocarbon fuels
Lucas B. Barbosa, Caio M. Pacheco, Isabela G. da Silva, Mauro R. B. P. Gomez, Alexandre S. França, Gabriela C. Breda, Matheus C. Silva, Patrícia S. de Alencar, Fernanda A. Lima, Raquel A. C. Leão, Rodrigo V. Almeida, Rodrigo O. M. A. de Souza
Rsc Sustainability, 2025
Development of a chemo-enzymatic cascade process for the sustainable conversion of canola oil into hydrocarbon fuels, integrating enzymatic hydrolysis, hydrogenation, and photodecarboxylation under continuous-flow conditions.
Exploring lipase regioselectivity: synthesis of regioisomeric acetoxyhydroxynaphthalenes
Brunno A. Salvatti, Isabela T. Lima, Caio M. Pacheco, Rodrigo O. M. A. de Souza, Marcelo A. Chagas, Adolfo H. Moraes, Amanda S. de Miranda
Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry, 2025
Regioisomeric acetoxyhydroxynaphthalene monoester building blocks can be synthesized using commercial lipases.
Levoglucosenone as a starting material for cascade continuous-flow synthesis of (R)-γ-carboxy-γ-butyrolactone
Caio M. Pacheco, Wesley Lima, Fernanda A. Lima, Mauro R. B. P. Gomez, Isabela G. da Silva, Leandro S. M. Miranda, Pierre M. Esteves, Ivaldo Itabaiana, Robert Wojcieszak, Raquel A. C. Leão, Rodrigo O. M. A. de Souza
Rsc Advances, 2024
The global imperative to shift towards renewable and sustainable resources has spurred significant interest in exploring and utilizing platform chemicals derived from renewable feedstocks.
Functionalization of unsaturated carbon–carbon bonds by continuous-flow ozonolysis
Caio M. Pacheco, Fernanda A. Lima, Mauro R. B. P. Gomez, Lucas B. Barbosa, Raquel A. C. Leão, Rodrigo O. M. A. de Souza
Journal of Flow Chemistry, 2024

GRANT DETAILS

FAPERJ – Doutor Empreendedor: Transformando Conhecimento em Inovação
Grant supporting the development of FlowPrint Innovations, focusing on sustainable laboratory automation through 3D printing and IoT integration.

SEBRAE – Catalisa ICT
Grant aimed at Deep Tech startups emerging from academic research, supporting prototype validation and business development of the FlowSense platform.

COPPE/UFRJ Business Incubator
Institutional support providing infrastructure, mentorship, and access to research facilities for the development of hardware and software technologies in continuous-flow chemistry and environmental monitoring.

STARTUP

Name: FlowPrint Innovations
CNPJ: 57.681.221/0001-90
Founded: 2024
Headquarters: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Legal Framework: Inova Simples (ANM – National System for Innovative Startups)
Incubation: COPPE/UFRJ Business Incubator

Description:
FlowPrint Innovations develops modular and affordable laboratory automation systems integrating IoT sensors, microcontrollers, and 3D-printed devices. The startup aims to democratize access to scientific infrastructure through sustainable technologies that combine digital manufacturing, data monitoring, and real-time process control.

Main Products:
• FlowSense – IoT platform for real-time monitoring and data analytics
• FlowPrint Syringe Pump – 3D-printed programmable syringe pump
• 3D-Printed Reactors and Flow Systems – customizable modules for continuous-flow chemistry

Funding & Programs:
Supported by FAPERJ (Doutor Empreendedor, Catalisa ICT) and SEBRAE; finalist in national innovation programs.

Website:
Founder & CEO: Caio Massoto Pacheco, Ph.D.