Puig Broch, Sebastia

Sebastia Puig Broch is an Associate Professor at the University of Girona (UdG) in the Department of Chemical, Agricultural Engineering and Agricultural Technology. He is affiliated with the Environmental Institute and is a member of the Chemical and Environmental Engineering Laboratory Research Group (LEQUIA).

• PhD in Chemistry (UdG, 2002)
• Postdoctoral research: TU Delft (Netherlands), Catalan Institute for Water Research (Spain)
• Current research focuses on bioelectrochemical platforms for contaminated water remediation and CO2 valorization

His research spans sustainable water management, environmental technology, and chemical engineering, with a focus on innovative biotechnological approaches. He has received prestigious awards including the Botin Foundation’s Young Talented Researcher in Sustainable Water Management and the ICREA Academia award. His work leverages interdisciplinary collaborations across European institutions.

Scientific Awards:

• Young Talented Researcher in Sustainable Water Management (Botin Foundation, Spain)
• ICREA Academia Award

Puig Broch’s academic career includes teaching and research roles at UdG, with international experience at TU Delft and the University of Ghent. He contributes to projects in environmental engineering and mentors students in chemical and biotechnological research.