JMR possesses a wealth of experience in spearheading projects that involve a fusion of industry and academia, covering a wide spectrum of multidisciplinary fields focused on designing materials for various applications. These include water purification, reinforcing additives for masterbatches, enhancing electronic conductivity in flexible sensors, self-healing agents to ceramic brake disc, and creating binder-free electrodes, carbon fiber/nanomaterials for batteries and amperometric sensors. His core work revolves around advancing the development and scalability of intercalation oxides and nanocarbon materials, which encompass carbon nanotubes, graphene, and fullerenes. These projects place a strong emphasis on the crucial achievement of practical application and large-scale implementation. JMR actively collaborates with a diverse array of partners worldwide, including corporate entities, and holds authorship of patents affiliated with the University of Sao Paulo. These patents have paved the way for the development of cutting-edge equipment and methodologies for constructing carbon-based nanostructures at the atomic and molecular levels, utilizing both bottom-up and top-down approaches to produce materials such as nanotubes, graphene, and micro/nanostructured materials. In his most recent undertakings, JMR is delving into the exploration of larger carbon cages beyond C60, employing non-thermal production methods. These efforts aim to create innovative nanocomposites and materials with the ability to accept and donate electrons. Additionally, he is actively involved in projects related to superparamagnetic nanotubes, as well as ventures focused on hydrogen (H2) and carbon dioxide (CO2) electrolyzers and membranes. Within the realm of battery technology, JMR's projects have made significant contributions, particularly in the strategic doping of oxides in lithium-ion batteries, resulting in enhanced battery capacity from 1992 to 2007. Furthermore, he is deeply engaged in the development of modified carbon fibers and nanomaterials for battery electrodes, taking into consideration battery production processes and recycling protocols. His collaborations extend to prominent companies such as Nacional de Grafite, Sabesp, Philip Morris, Magnesita, and Bevi Plastic. On the international front, JMR's primary partners hail from Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom, Spain, and India. Since 1997, JMR has held the position of Professor of Physical Chemistry at the University of São Paulo within the Department of Chemistry at FFCLRP.