Maria do Rosario Gomes Ribeiro

Maria do Rosario Gomes Ribeiro is an Associate Professor at the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Instituto Superior Técnico (University of Lisbon). She is affiliated with the CQE Research Unit and teaches subjects such as Process Control, Homogeneous Reaction Engineering, Recycling and Material Recovery, and Circular Economy for Plastics. Her research focuses on polymer chemistry, catalysis, and material science, particularly in nanocomposite design, polymer degradation processes, and sustainable materials for the circular economy.

Key research areas include hydrocracking of polyethylene (HDPE), development of high-performance polyolefin materials, and the mechanical properties of polymer nanocomposites. Her work emphasizes catalyst design, material characterization, and innovative synthesis routes for advanced materials. Recent publications highlight studies on dendrimeric silica-reinforced nanocomposites, zeolite-catalyzed hydrocracking, and confinement effects in polymer-silica systems.

Her contributions span over 100 publications, with a focus on catalytic processes, polymer processing, and material innovation. Research trends in her articles include optimizing catalyst performance, enhancing material rigidity/deformability balance, and advancing recycling technologies for plastics. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts.

Dr. Ribeiro collaborates with researchers across Europe and has advised multiple projects in polymer science and catalysis. Her work often involves interdisciplinary approaches, combining chemical engineering principles with advanced materials research.