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:: Real world problems need real world bold solutions >> real world bold solutions need strong innovation, sustainability principles and improvement attitude!Mechanical Engineering Degree and PhD in Production Technology, Computacional Mechanics, in FCTUC, by University of Coimbra. After PhD, from January 2007 till May 2011, worked in Sodecia Technical Center, in validation of sheet metal parts in OEM international projects (FIAT 326, FIAT 327; FORD B515) and toolling (RIGOROSA). Was also responsible for continuous improvement projects (Kaizen activities, Root Cause Analysis, Cost Reductions, Productivity). From 6/2011 till 3/2023 worked at INEGI Institute, with roles in R&D Project Management and research activities development & management. Since 4/2023 he becomes part of INESC TEC, with roles of Research Coordination on Twin Transition.Author/co-author of several original methodologies/frameworks (15+), 60+ original articles, 7 patents (active), 60+ R&D projects. + Systems Efficiency & Sustainability: - Multi-Layer Stream Mapping - MSM (Innovation Radar, European Comission award TRL7) - ecoPROSYS - Eco-Efficiency Integrated Methodology for Production Systems- Efficiency Framework, 2017 (Innovation Radar European Comission TRL7)- SymbioSPOTS, industrial symbiosis mapping, 2018+ Product & Systems Management and Life Cycle Management: - 0-4D DESIGN Approach- PLM4all base framework - Lean Design-for-eXcellence (LeanDfX) - Multidimensional Design Assessment Model for (eco)efficiency w/ Airbus DS- Material Design-for-eXcellence (M-DfX)- ServiceDfX - Service Performance Assessment- SymbioSPOTS Main activities and responsibilities: * Research Coordination (Topics: Twin Transition, Life Cycle Engineering, Circular Economy, Sustainability) * R&D Projects Coordination* Partnerships establishment, preparation of R&D proposals or service projects + Research / Application within "Twin Transition: Digitalization & Sustainability" + Digital enhanced solutions (integration to Sustainability and Circularity)+ Research on modular design and Design-for-X based frameworks+ Circular Economy oriented design+ Knowledge and Innovation Management, University <> EconomyOther Work Topics / Sectors of Interest* Industry 4.0 & Industry 5.0 (Resilient & Sustainable Industry topics)* Software Algorithms Development* Automotive / Transports Solutions * Complex Products & Systemas * Agriculture and Forest Solutions Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Antonio-Baptista-10

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