Joana Maria Rodrigues Short

Joana Maria Rodrigues Short is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Beira Interior (UBI) and a researcher at FibEnTech (Fibrous Materials and Environmental Technologies). Her work focuses on computational modeling of materials and processes, with specific expertise in polymers, biomaterials, and multiscale network structures. She contributes to courses like Information and Communication Technologies Applied to Chemistry and Computer Science in Chemistry.

• University: University of Beira Interior
• Department: Department of Chemistry
• Research Group: FibEnTech - Fiber Materials and Environmental Technologies

Her research integrates finite element analysis, biomaterials, and sustainable engineering to replace traditional materials like glass fibers with natural cellulose in electronics and packaging. Recent publications emphasize life cycle assessment, structural optimization, and computational modeling of biocomposites.

Key award: Best Paper Young Scientist Award (Springer, 2011). She has participated in completed research projects related to fibrous materials, chemical processes, and strategic initiatives under FibEnTech and Research Center for Chemical Processes and Forest Products.