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Antonio Miguel Piecho de Almeida Santos is a Coordinator Researcher (Investigador Coordenador) at the Portuguese Institute for the Ocean and the Atmosphere (IPMA) and a member of the Oceanography and Climate Changes Group (OC2) at the Center of Marine Sciences (CCMAR) of the University of Algarve. With over 35 years of research experience, he serves as the Portuguese National Focal Point for the IOC-UNESCO Argo Programme, IPMA's representative in EuroGOOS, EuroGOOS Argo Task Team co-chair, and President of the Portuguese Oceanography Society. His research focuses on physical-biological interactions in the ocean through an end-to-end approach to understanding climate change impacts. His expertise spans fisheries oceanography, fish ecology, and applications of satellite remote sensing to marine fisheries. His recent work emphasizes innovative ocean observing systems, particularly through fishing vessel networks and autonomous technologies. His publication record includes more than 100 papers with 2996 citations and an h-index of 28 (Scopus). Recent research trends show a strong emphasis on DNA-based monitoring approaches, autonomous observation systems, and collaborative global ocean observing networks that bridge the gap between fisheries operations and scientific data collection. Certificate of Outstanding Contribution in Reviewing (2018) Most Cited Progress in Oceanography Articles (2007-2011) (2012) Second most cited Deep-Sea Research I paper in the last 5 years (2005-2009) (2010) Continental Shelf Research Most Cited Paper 2003-2007 Award (2008) Public praise from IPMA (2024) Dr. Santos has supervised numerous PhD and Master's students and currently mentors several doctoral candidates. He has been involved in over 40 national and international research projects (10 as coordinator or PI), including major European Commission initiatives such as Next Generation of Fishing and Aquaculture Services (2021-2024) and Euro-Argo Research Infrastructure Sustainability and Enhancement (2019-2022). His leadership extends to coordinating the Agenda do Mar (Sea Agenda) for the Portuguese Government and serving on scientific councils for state laboratories. He leads the Oceanography and Climate Changes research group at CCMAR, which focuses on developing integrated approaches to monitor and understand marine ecosystem dynamics under changing environmental conditions, with particular emphasis on the Iberian upwelling system and small pelagic fish populations.

• Oceanography
• Climate Change
• Marine Biology
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Débora Campos is a Researcher at the Centre for Biotechnology and Fine Chemistry (CBQF) at Catholic University of Portugal (UCP). She holds a PhD in Biotechnology and Food Science and Engineering from UCP (awarded in 2019) and has conducted international research missions at Universidad de Rosario (Argentina), International Nanotechnology Lab (Portugal), UC Davis (USA), and MIT Food Systems Lab (USA). Her research focuses on food waste valorization with emphasis on: Functional ingredients development from agricultural by-products Bioactive compounds extraction and stabilization Sustainable food systems and circular economy approaches Nanotechnology applications in food delivery systems Dr. Campos has 24 h-index (Google Scholar), with 49 research and review papers, 10 book chapters, and over 40 conference abstracts. Her recent publications demonstrate strong focus on pineapple, mango, and fish by-products valorization, with particular expertise in bromelain extraction and applications. Her work shows consistent emphasis on sustainable extraction methods, bioactive compound preservation, and development of functional food ingredients from waste streams. Her scientific contributions have been recognized with multiple awards, including: R&D+i in sustainability category at Born from Knowledge (BfK) Idea Award Letter of Commendation for contribution on polyphenols and Health Five consecutive Annual CBQF incentives for outstanding professional performance (2020-2024) 1st place at 2024 Tech Validation Winners from EIT Food Accelerator Network Dr. Campos actively supervises students, serving as co-supervisor for 3 PhD FCT grant students (2020-24), a PhD mobility student from Algeria, and has supervised 2 BSc students from Turkey. She is also the founder of AgroGrIN Tech, a UCP spin-off focused on sustainable nutraceutical ingredients from food waste.

• Biotechnology
• Food Science
• Functional Ingredients
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António Manuel Barros Marques is a Senior Researcher at the Portuguese Institute for the Ocean and Atmosphere (IPMA) and a member of the Interdisciplinary Centre of Marine and Environmental Research (CIIMAR) at the University of Porto. He has led groundbreaking research in seafood quality, safety, and physiology since 2006 while teaching in master's programs at Lisbon University, New University of Lisbon, and Peniche's Superior School of Tourism and Sea Technology. Dr. Marques earned his PhD in Applied Biological Sciences from Ghent University (2005) with research on 'Gnotobiotic Artemia as a tool to develop new solutions to fight diseases in aquaculture' and completed his undergraduate degree in Biology Applied to Marine Resources at the University of Lisbon (1999). His research spans seafood quality/safety (chemical/microbial analysis), toxicology, consumer risk assessment, and sustainable seafood preservation. He pioneers climate-resilient aquaculture solutions addressing microplastics contamination, ocean warming impacts, and circular economy approaches in seafood systems. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2022-2025) reveals dominant themes: valorization of seafood by-products (e.g., enzymatic hydrolysis of fish heads), microplastics bioaccessibility in shellfish, climate change effects on fish physiology, and sustainable packaging innovations. His work bridges food science, environmental toxicology, and circular economy principles. As principal investigator, Dr. Marques has secured ~€20 million in research funding including: Horizon Europe INNOECOFOOD (€5 million) H2020 SEAFOODtomorrow (€7 million) ECsafeSEAFOOD (€5.09 million) FP6 RISKFOODCONT (€210,000) He has mentored 13 post-docs, 10 PhD students, 14 MSc candidates, and 27 project researchers/technicians. He leads IPMA's DivAV research team (10 post-docs, 3 PhD students, 2 technicians) and maintains a global network spanning 20 Portuguese and 120 international institutions including the US FDA and UN Food and Agriculture Organization.

• Seafood Quality
• Seafood Safety
• Food Toxicology
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Sara A. Cunha is a Researcher at the Centre for Biotechnology and Fine Chemistry (CBQF) within the Universidade Católica Portuguesa (UCP). She is affiliated with the Escola Superior Biotecnologia (ESB-UCP) and focuses on biotechnology research, particularly in marine bioactives. Her PhD project studies bioactive peptides from marine sources like algae and mussels for anti-aging and anti-inflammatory cosmetic ingredients. She holds a bachelor’s in biochemistry and a master’s in health biochemistry from the Polytechnic Institute of Porto. She has contributed to projects such as B4Brain (neurodegenerative disease research) and ValorMar (marine resource valorization). Research Interests: Marine Biotechnology Enzymatic Hydrolysis of Algae and Mussels Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Properties of Bioactives Food and Environmental Microbiology Molecular Biology Applications Awards: 1st Place on Pitch Presentation (2023) 2nd Place in BFK Ideas Competition (2021) Finalist of Blue Bio Value Ideation (2022) CBQF Productivity Incentive (2021-2023) Activities: Invited assistant in chemistry courses at Escola Superior de Saúde do Politécnico do Porto. Active in international conferences and project pitches, focusing on marine-derived bioactives and sustainable technologies.

• Marine Biotechnology
• Bioactive Peptides
• Antioxidant Properties
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Carla Pires is a Researcher at the Portuguese Institute for the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) , focusing on marine biotechnology and sustainable food systems . Her work bridges fish processing by-products , bioactive compounds , and seaweed extracts , with affiliations to institutions like the University of Aveiro and collaborative networks across Portugal , France , and Spain . Research Themes Development of antioxidant-rich protein hydrolysates from fish discards Design of biodegradable edible films using marine proteins and essential oils Valorization of seaweed and macroalgae for bioactive applications Optimization of enzymatic and subcritical extraction methods Investigation into sodium reduction strategies in seafood products Publication Trends Her recent articles (2025–2021) emphasize marine-derived bioactives , seasonal variation in fish waste , and innovative food preservation . Key methodologies include ultrafiltration , subcritical water extraction , and gastrointestinal digestion modeling . Collaborations span institutions like University of Aveiro , GEPEA CNRS , and University of Nantes .

• Marine Biotechnology
• Food Science
• Protein Chemistry
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Maria de Fátima Poças is a researcher at the Centre for Biotechnology and Fine Chemistry (CBQF) and an Assistant Professor at the Escola Superior de Biotecnologia (School of Biotechnology) at Universidade Católica Portuguesa (Portuguese Catholic University). She has been working in the field of mass transfer processes applied to safety and quality of packaged food, focusing on barrier properties, chemical hazards and migration from packaging systems. In recent years, her work has expanded to packaging sustainability, materials minimization, recycling processes, and application of biomaterials to food packaging. Her research interests include: Mass transfer processes in packaging Food packaging safety and quality Barrier properties of packaging materials Chemical hazards in food packaging Migraion from packaging systems Packaging sustainability Materials minimization in packaging Recycling processes for packaging Application of biomaterials to food packaging UN Sustainable Development Goals related research Based on her recent publications, Fátima Poças has been researching sustainable packaging solutions with a focus on biodegradable films, nanotechnology applications in packaging, and chemical safety assessment of packaging materials. Her work spans both fundamental research on packaging material properties and applied research with industry partnerships. She coordinates the packaging laboratory at ESB since 1990, acting as the national reference laboratory for food packaging in Portugal. She also coordinates the Centre for Food Quality and Safety at ESB since 2013 and represents Portugal in the European Network of Food Contact Materials Laboratories since 2004.

• Mass transfer processes
• Packaged food safety
• Packaged food quality
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Patrícia Branco is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Engineering, Universidade Lusófona, Lisbon, where she also serves as the coordinator of the Bioengineering and Sustainability Research Group (BioRG) and Co-director of the Master’s program in Food and Molecular Biotechnology. She maintains a dual research affiliation as a researcher at LEAF (Linking Landscape, Environment, Agriculture, and Food), School of Agriculture, University of Lisbon. Her academic journey includes a PhD in Food Engineering from the Instituto Superior de Agronomia, University of Lisbon, a Master’s in Molecular Biology from Egas Moniz Higher School of Health, and a Bachelor’s in Biotechnology Engineering from Universidade Lusófona. PhD in Food Engineering, Instituto Superior de Agronomia, University of Lisbon (2018) MSc in Molecular Biology in Health, Egas Moniz Higher School of Health (2011) BSc in Biotechnology Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universidade Lusófona (2008) Her research lies at the intersection of molecular biology, microbiology, and food engineering, with a focus on developing sustainable biopreservatives and biocontrol methods. She investigates antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) produced by microorganisms—particularly Saccharomyces cerevisiae —and their applications in food preservation, fermentation, and even cosmetic safety. Her work spans fundamental biochemical characterization to applied solutions for foodborne pathogens and cultural heritage biodeterioration. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong trend in the development of molecular detection tools (e.g., DNA/RNA-FISH probes) for microbial contaminants in food and cosmetics, alongside ongoing work on valorizing agro-industrial by-products like brewer’s spent grain. Her research consistently addresses food safety, sustainability, and innovation in biotechnology, with increasing interdisciplinary reach into cosmeceuticals and environmental microbiology. She has received notable recognition, including: Best Research Paper Award from the International Union of Microbiological Societies Patrícia Branco has supervised 11 diploma theses and served on seven thesis committees, demonstrating active mentorship. She has participated in three postdoctoral projects and currently coordinates the ART-BIOCIDES and BIO-PHYTOFABs scientific projects, securing research funding and collaboration. Since 2022, she has served as an invited editor for the journal Antibiotics (MDPI), further contributing to the scientific community. Her lab, BioRG, focuses on sustainable biotechnological solutions, particularly in food and environmental applications.

• Molecular Biology
• Food Science
• Food Engineering
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Sofia Engrola is a Principal Researcher and Research Group Leader at the Center of Marine Sciences of Algarve (CCMAR) since November 2023. She holds a PhD in Aquaculture (2008) from the University of Algarve’s Faculty of Marine Sciences and Technology. Her primary roles include coordinating larval nutrition experiments, managing fish larvae and juvenile studies, and leading in vivo metabolic research. Engrola specializes in aquaculture nutrition, particularly in larval development, sustainable aquafeeds, and metabolic programming. Her research focuses on optimizing diets for species like cobia, tilapia, and seabream, addressing challenges such as fishmeal replacement, thermal stress effects, and nutritional strategies for enhanced growth and resilience. She leads projects such as the Blue Bioeconomy Pact (Vertical Algae) and MAXIMUS.PT, advancing aquaculture sustainability and innovation. Key contributions include studies on amino acid supplementation, pre/probiotics for eel larvae, and precision fish farming models. Engrola collaborates extensively, serving on CCMAR’s Board of Directors and Scientific Council, and contributes to training through workshops and seminars.

• Aquaculture Nutrition
• Fish Larval Development
• Sustainable Aquafeeds
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Manuel Almeida is a senior researcher at the MARE Research Center affiliated with the Faculty of Science and Technology at NOVA University of Lisbon. His work focuses on water resources and sustainability, leveraging mathematical models to analyze reservoir and lake systems. Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering Master's Degree in Environmental Engineering Master's Degree in Sustainable Urbanism and Spatial Planning PhD in Environment (NOVA University of Lisbon, 2014) PhD in Climate Change and Sustainable Development Policies PhD in E-Planning His research addresses critical issues in climate change impacts on aquatic systems, phosphorus pollution, and eutrophication. He specializes in integrating models like CE-QUAL-W2 and SWAT for water quality simulations, particularly in data-scarce environments. Recent publications highlight his focus on heatwave effects on reservoirs and machine learning applications for pollutant prediction. Almeida contributes to environmental networks such as the Environment and Sustainability Center and the Network of Environmental Studies of Portuguese Speaking Countries . He is also involved in projects like the TIDE Connection to Society and collaborates with the Ecozoic - Junior Company .

• Water Resources
• Mathematical Modeling
• Climate Change Impact
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Cláudia Batista Lopes is an Assistant Researcher in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Aveiro (UA), affiliated with CICECO – Aveiro Institute of Materials. She holds a PhD in Chemistry from UA (2009) and has extensive postdoctoral experience at CESAM-UA, CICECO-UA, and CIIMAR-University of Porto. Her research focuses on nanomaterial development for environmental remediation, particularly mercury and toxic metal removal using biowastes and magnetic nanomaterials. She has authored over 80 publications, including peer-reviewed articles in top-tier journals, with significant citations (h-index 20–23 across platforms). Her work emphasizes sustainability, digitization, and critical element recovery from water and industrial waste. Dr. Lopes has secured over €2 million in research funding, led/coordinated multiple projects (e.g., MixIng Tox), and collaborates with international institutions and industry partners. She actively participates in conferences, serves as a journal referee, and supervises PhD and MSc students. Education: PhD in Chemistry, University of Aveiro (2009) Postdoctoral Research at CESAM-UA, CICECO-UA, and CIIMAR-UP Research Interests: Porous materials, nanosystems, magnetic graphene-based composites, bioremediation of metal-contaminated waters, recovery of technology-critical elements (e.g., lanthanides, platinum-group elements). She also explores synergies between nanotechnology and environmental sustainability. Scientific Achievements: Over 80 publications, including 48 peer-reviewed papers (81% in top-tier journals) Highly cited papers with over 200 citations (e.g., Scopus: 229, Google Scholar: 289) Principal Investigator/Co-ordinator of 18 projects (€2M+ funding) Grants & Awards: Monetary Prize from IAEA (2007) Leadership in international projects (e.g., MixIng Tox) Advising & Collaboration: Supervised 1 PhD, 13 MSc, and 7 undergraduate students. Active in multi-disciplinary teams with CERN-ISOLDE, Corticeira Amorim, and other industry partners. Labs/Teams: CICECO, CIIMAR, and collaborations with institutions like the University of León and Utrecht University.

• Nanomaterials Synthesis
• Water Remediation
• Environmental Chemistry
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Jana Nieder is a Research Scientist and Group Leader at the International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL), directing the Ultrafast Bio- and Nanophotonics (UBNP) research group and the ISO-certified Nanophotonics and Bioimaging (NBI) core facility. Her leadership spans funding acquisition, student supervision, scientific conference organization, and science outreach initiatives. Institutional roles include Head of Nanophotonics Department (2016-2020) and strategic coordination of the Advanced Materials and Computation cluster (2020-2022). Her educational trajectory features a summa cum laude PhD from Freie Universität Berlin (2011) on "Single molecule spectroscopy on Pigment Protein Complexes," followed by postdoctoral work at ICFO (Spain, 2011-2014) in ultrafast single-molecule spectroscopy and IGC (Portugal, 2014) in super-resolution microscopy. Research centers on light-matter interactions across three pillars: Advanced Bioimaging & Sensing : Nanofunctionalized surfaces with ultrafast lasers for high-resolution cellular thermal mapping and multiparameter imaging Integrated Photonics : Photonic chips for neuromorphic computing and biosensing via two-photon polymerization Quantum Photonics : Single quantum emitters in 2D materials for diamond-based neuronal sensing platforms Her group develops techniques including SyncRGB-FLIM microscopy, graphene-based biosensors, and femtosecond laser micro-nanofabrication. Publication analysis reveals strong biomedical-photonics convergence, with recent work emphasizing graphene biosensors for DNA hybridization tracking, 3D microscaffolds for stem cell growth, and photonic neuromorphic computing. Trends show increasing focus on quantum-enabled health diagnostics and energy-efficient photonic AI hardware. Dr. Nieder has secured multi-million euro funding from EU programs (Marie Skłodowska-Curie, FCT), national agencies, and philanthropic foundations across 15+ projects including Diamond4Brain, QUA-ND-O, and ChipAI. She actively mentors 8 PhD candidates and 22 Master's students through structured training programs and international fellowships. The NBI facility operates as a major open-access hub with 30+ team members, supporting projects like Parkinson's research via diamond photonics and cancer hyperthermia monitoring. Current initiatives integrate quantum sensors with 3D microscaffolds for personalized medicine applications.

• Bioimaging
• Nanophotonics
• Quantum Photonics
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António Guimarães Rodrigues served as Rector of the University of Minho from 2002 to 2009. Prior to this, he held leadership roles including President of the School of Engineering (1997-2000), Vice-President of the School of Engineering (1995-1996), and Pro-Rector (2001). He was a Full Professor in Industrial Systems and Process Engineering at the Department of Production and Systems since 1996, also serving as its Director. Education: PhD in Production Engineering (University of Birmingham, 1980), MSc in Operational Research (University of Birmingham, 1978), Mechanical Engineering graduate (University of Lourenço Marques, 1972). Research: Focused on Operational Research techniques, optimization, and production planning. Coordinated NATO institutes and research lines at INIC/UM. Leadership roles included APDIO Vice-President (1988–1992) and Board memberships in INI-GraphicsNet and IditeMinho. His academic contributions span teaching, research supervision, and institutional governance.

• Operational Research
• Production Engineering
• Simulation
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Alexandra Tyers is a Post-Doc Researcher at CIBIO-InBIO, University of Porto. Her research focuses on interdisciplinary studies of speciation and adaptation in desert rodents and African fish, employing fieldwork, molecular ecology, and microbiome analysis. She holds a PhD from Bangor University (UK) and conducted postdoctoral work at the Max Planck Institute for Biology of Ageing (Germany). Current projects investigate Sahara-Sahelian rodent divergence through pre/post-zygotic mechanisms and environmental adaptation hypotheses. Her work bridges evolutionary genetics, ecology, and conservation. Education: PhD in Molecular Ecology (Bangor University, 2014), followed by postdoctoral research at Max Planck Institute (2017–2020). Research expertise includes speciation genetics in cichlids, killifish aging biology, and microbiome-driven adaptation. She managed Dr. Valenzano’s lab, exploring life-history and microbiome divergence in African killifish. Research Interests: Mechanisms of speciation, adaptation to extreme environments, evolutionary genomics, microbial ecology, and behavioral ecology. Her work addresses how species diverge through genetic, epigenetic, and ecological processes, with applications to conservation biology. Publications highlight epigenetic divergence in African cichlids, killifish aging mechanisms, and invasive species dynamics. She contributes to projects on Lake Malawi cichlid radiations and Saharan rodent evolution. Her lab collaborations emphasize integrative approaches to evolutionary questions.

• Evolutionary Biology
• Speciation Mechanisms
• Molecular Ecology
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Ana Cristina Rebelo is a Research Fellow at the University of the Azores, affiliated with the Instituto Hidrográfico and Naturkunde Museum Stuttgart. She holds a PhD in Marine Sciences from the University of the Azores (2016). Her research focuses on rhodolith ecosystems, combining modern and fossil records to study their formation, ecological roles, and response to environmental changes. Education: PhD in Marine Sciences (University of the Azores, 2016). Research interests include the biogeography of rhodolith beds, their role in carbon sequestration, and their sensitivity to climate change. She explores the interplay between geological processes and biological communities on volcanic island shelves, particularly in the Azores and Madeira Archipelagos. Her work highlights rhodolith beds' importance as CO2 sinks and juvenile fish habitats, as well as their protection under EU Habitats Directive. She collaborates on geopark initiatives, such as the GeoPark Azores and Paleopark Santa Maria, linking scientific research with geotourism. Labs/Teams: CIBIO-InBIO, BIOISLE research group.

• Marine Sciences
• Biogeography
• Paleoecology
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Elsa Silva serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Production and Systems at the School of Engineering, University of Minho, and holds a dual appointment as Senior Researcher and coordinator of the SEOR (Systems Engineering and Operational Research) group at the ALGORITMI research centre. Her academic foundation includes a PhD in Industrial and Systems Engineering (2012) and a degree in Applied Mathematics, both from the University of Minho. Her educational credentials comprise: PhD in Industrial and Systems Engineering, University of Minho (2012) Degree in Applied Mathematics, University of Minho Dr. Silva's research centers on Operations Research with pioneering contributions to Cutting and Packing Problems , where she develops hybrid algorithms combining mathematical programming with heuristics for industrial applications. Her work spans combinatorial optimization in logistics (prisoner transportation, fishing fleet routing), retail operations (shelf-space management, grocery backroom layout), and manufacturing (textile cutting, plasma processing), often addressing uncertainty and real-world constraints. She emphasizes bridging theoretical advances with practical implementations across sectors. Her recent publications (2021-2025) reveal evolving trends toward integrating uncertainty modeling with cutting stock problems, advancing 3D guillotine cutting frameworks, and solving complex logistics challenges like cross-docking and container loading. A consistent theme is the development of flexible matheuristics that balance computational efficiency with solution quality, as demonstrated in her Floating-Cuts model and adaptive sequence-based approaches. These works appear in top journals including European Journal of Operational Research and Omega , reflecting her impact on both theoretical and applied operations research. Her scientific recognition includes: Finalist for the 2015 Daniel H. Wagner Prize (INFORMS) Runner-up for the 2019 ITOR Best Paper Prize Diploma of Recognition of Pedagogical Merit (2021) Dr. Silva has supervised one post-doctoral researcher, two PhD theses, ten MSc dissertations (as supervisor/co-supervisor), and mentored three PhD students. Her academic service encompasses: Organizing two international conferences and three EURO conference streams Serving on examination boards for 5 PhDs (2 abroad) and 51 MSc theses (2 abroad) Providing 50+ peer reviews for international journals Scientific committee membership for EURO/ROADEF 2018 challenge Editorial board service for Portuguese Association for Operational Research bulletin (2022-23) As SEOR group coordinator at ALGORITMI, she leads a dynamic team developing optimization solutions for industrial partners in manufacturing, logistics, and retail. The group focuses on translating cutting-edge research into practical tools for waste reduction, logistics efficiency, and operational decision-making, maintaining strong industry-academia collaboration channels.

• Operations Research
• Cutting and Packing Problems
• Combinatorial Optimization
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