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Porto, Portugal

Lisboa E Região, Portugal

PhD project – “Development of an integrated process of membrane filtration for harvesting microalgae and recovery of high-value compounds”- Universidade NOVA de Lisboao Optimisation of a membrane process for application in microalgae and designing of an integrated process for valorisation of microalgae compounds− Optimisation of a microalgae harvesting prcess using microfiltration and ultrafiltration membranes− Performance of filtration based laboratorial and pilot scale experiments, including solution preparation and system set-up− Collecting and submitting samples to chemical analysis and interpretation of results− Analysis of large amount of dato to fing new improvement opportunities− Operation of pilot scale membrane processes and performance of techno-economic analysis− Development of advanced oxidation processes (UV and ozone) for the pre-treatment of membrane permeate and water recycling strategies− Development of a biorefinery for the recovery of valuable compounds− Performing HPLC and chemical analysis and interpretation of results− Coordination and scheduling of laboratorial activities− Mentoring undergraduate students. Supervision of master students in experimental work with the main responsibilities of planning and revising laboratorial work and data analysis − Preparation of manuscripts for publication in international journals

Caparica

Participation in REQUIMTE Project "Microalgae biorefinery: a platform of added-value lipids and carotenoids" in colaboration with Faculty of Pharmacy of Universidade do Porto.- Development of a sustainable process for the recovery of lipids and carotenoids- Preparation of chemical reactions and solutions at laboratorial scale - Recovery / fractionation of high-value compounds using nanofiltration membranes- Collecting and submitting samples for chemical analysis- Performance of GC and HPSEC analysis and interpretation of data- Preparation of presentations and documents to communicate findings to project team members.

Caparica

Participation in European Project called "D-factory: the microalgae biorefinery" in collaboration with international institutions.- Responsible for implementing the membrane filtration processes for microalgae harvesting and product recovery using microfiltration, ultrafiltration and nanofiltration membranes. - Development of the work independently to establish priorities, activities and laboratorial experiments toward meeting project deadlines- Manage project to deliver results, ensuring that objectives are delivered on time and within budget- Production of extracts, fractions and target compounds from microalgae biomass- Collecting and submitting samples to chemical analysis and interpretation of results- Connect and work in partnership with many European institutions and companies- Elaboration of scientific reports (every six months) with projects updates- Creation and maintenance of comprehensive project documentation - Preparation of presentations and clearly communicate findings and recommendations to project team members- Participation and communication of results through meetings and teleconferences to ensure project goals and timeline activities are fulfilled

Vila Real

o Evaluation of the effect of phytochemical residues in microorganisms from soil and in phytopathogenic fungi. Realization of in vitro studies for the evaluation of fungal growth.- Performance of the daily experimental work- Collection and interpretation of data- Elaboration of a final scientific report

Vila Do Conde

- Development of a new chocolate line production

Master'S Degree, Bioengenharia, 15

- Integrated Master in Bioengineering with specialization in Biological Engineering - This degree is multidisciplinary, including.

Erasmus, Micologia, 17

- Participation in a project entitled “Screening of new bioactive compounds able to control fungal growth and mycotoxins production.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Chemical Engineering