Candida Manuel

Candida Manuel is an Associate Professor and researcher at Lusófona University of Porto (UL-CUP), affiliated with the Faculty of Natural Sciences, Engineering, and Technologies (FCNET). She serves as the director of the Environmental Engineering degree program and teaches a range of engineering courses, including mathematics, statistics, analytical chemistry, and water quality and treatment.

Education:

• PhD in Engineering Sciences, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto (FEUP), 2008
• Master's in Chemical Process Engineering, FEUP
• Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering, FEUP

Her research focuses on indoor air quality, microbiology, environmental sustainability, and water quality. Her work integrates environmental engineering with material science, particularly in biofilm dynamics, nanoparticle applications, and drinking water safety. She has conducted extensive research on biofilms in water systems and biomaterials, including the development of antimicrobial coatings using nanohydroxyapatite.

The trend in her recent publications (2024) shows a strong focus on sustainability, biosensors for environmental pollutants, energy efficiency in buildings, and microbial assessment in industrial settings. Her work bridges environmental health, analytical innovation, and sustainable engineering practices.

Scientific Awards:

• No awards explicitly mentioned in the provided text.

She has supervised or advised no students listed in the provided information. There is no mention of grants, but her continued research and publication output suggest active project involvement. Her educational background and professional development include specialized training in biofilm science, electron microscopy, chromatography, and electrochemistry, indicating a multidisciplinary technical foundation.

Laboratories and Research Teams: While not explicitly named, her research involves experimental work in biofilm simulation (modular reactor design), environmental microbiology, and nanomaterial characterization, likely conducted within FCNET laboratories at UL-CUP. Her collaborations appear to span environmental engineering, biomaterials, and public health domains.