Curriculum Vitae
Simão Vidinha Pandeirada
Identification
Personal identification
- Full name
- Simão Vidinha Pandeirada
Citation names
- Simão V. Pandeirada
Author identifiers
- Ciência ID
- 3113-C578-9FEF
- ORCID iD
- 0000-0002-8852-6159
Email addresses
- simaovp@ua.pt (Professional)
Knowledge fields
- Exact Sciences - Chemical Sciences - Polymer Science
Languages
| Language | Speaking | Reading | Writing | Listening | Peer-review |
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| Portuguese (Mother tongue) | |||||
| English | Upper intermediate (B2) | Upper intermediate (B2) | Intermediate (B1) | Upper intermediate (B2) | Upper intermediate (B2) |
Education
| Degree | Classification | |
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2022/12/14
Concluded
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Bioquímica (Master's Degree)
Major in Bioquímica Clínica
Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
"Development and characterization of bio-based Poly(ethylene 3,4-furanoate)" (THESIS/DISSERTATION)
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2020/07/21
Concluded
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Bioquímica (Licenciate Degree)
Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
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2017/07
Concluded
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8º grau em música clássica no Conservatório de Música de Aveiro de Calouste Gulbenkian (High School)
Major in Flauta de bísel
Conservatório de Música de Aveiro de Calouste Gulbenkian, Portugal
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Affiliation
Science
| Category Host institution |
Employer | |
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| 2023/03/01 - Current | Researcher (Research) | Universidade de Aveiro CICECO, Portugal |
| Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal | ||
| 2022/03/15 - 2023/02/28 | Researcher (Research) | Universidade de Aveiro CICECO, Portugal |
| Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal |
Projects
Grant
| Designation | Funders | |
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| 2023/03/01 - 2023/08 | Development of a chemical approach for the recycling of polymers waste using innovative
solvents
LA/P/0006/2020
Research Fellow
Universidade de Aveiro CICECO, Portugal
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Concluded
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| 2022/03/15 - 2023/02/28 | Upgrading Polyesters waste: cascade depolymerisation/repolymerisation reactions catalysed
by safe innovative solvents for continuous Recycling
UIDB/50011/2020 & UIDP/50011/2020
Research Fellow
Universidade de Aveiro CICECO, Portugal
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Associação para a Inovação e Desenvolvimento da FCT
Concluded
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Contract
| Designation | Funders | |
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| 2026/01/15 - 2027/01/14 | ALCHEMHY - Alternative routes for basic chemicals production using hydrogen as feedstock
101177996
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European Commission
Ongoing
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| 2024/02/01 - 2024/12/31 | CICECO-Instituto de Materiais de Aveiro
UIDB/50011/2020
Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
Universidade de Aveiro CICECO, Portugal |
Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia
Concluded
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| 2020/01/01 - 2024/12/31 | CICECO-Aveiro Institute of Materials
UIDP/50011/2020
Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
Universidade de Aveiro CICECO, Portugal |
Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia
Concluded
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Outputs
Publications
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Other
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Activities
Oral presentation
| Presentation title | Event name Host (Event location) |
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| 2026/09/08 | Renewable Eutectic Solvent-based Catalytic Systems for the Chemical Recycling of PET and PEF | The 1st International Online Conference on Recycling
MDPI - Recycling (on-line, Switzerland)
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| 2026/09/08 | Urea-Based Eutectic Catalysts for PET Recycling in the Presence of Residual PEF: Experimental, Spectroscopic, and DFT Insights | The 1st International Online Conference on Recycling
MDPI - Recycling (on-line, Switzerland)
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| 2026/07/17 | Recycling PET waste with PEF via Eutectic Solvent-based Catalysis: Evaluation of rPET Thermal Properties and Elucidation of the Depolymerization Mechanism | Research Summit 2026
University of Aveiro (Aveiro, Portugal)
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| 2026/06/12 | Urea-Based Eutectic Catalysts for PET/PEF Depolymerization: Experimental, Spectroscopic and DFT Insights | 12th Meeting of Portuguese Users of Synchrotron Radiation (ENURS)
Universidade de Aveiro - CICECO (Aveiro, Portugal)
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| 2025/11/21 | Depolymerization of PET/PEF Mixed Waste via Urea-Based Eutectic Catalysts: Combining INS with DFT for mechanism unveiling | The Future of Portuguese Science at Large-Scale Research Infrastructure beyond NEPHEWS
Project
Centre for Rapid and Sustainable Product Development and NEPHEWS program (Leiria, Portugal)
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| 2025/11/20 | Towards a greener future: using COSMO-RS to select eutectic solvents for complex polymer mixtures recycling | 3rd International Online Conference on Polymer Science, IOCPS2025
Polymers, MDPI
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| 2025/11/20 | Crystal Clear: A Bottom-Up Strategy for Polymer Structure Determination Using Vibrational Spectroscopy | 3rd International Online Conference on Polymer Science, IOCPS2025
Polymers, MDPI
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| 2025/11/11 | Recycling PET with PEF traces by eutectic solvent-assisted depolymerization: Experimental and DFT Insights | 3rd International Online Conference on Polymer Science (IOCPS 2025)
MDPI-Polymers (On-line, Switzerland)
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| 2025/11/11 | Crystal Clear: A Bottom-Up Strategy for Polymer Structure Determination Using Vibrational Spectroscopy | 3rd International Online Conference on Polymers Science—Polymer science and technology:
when progress meets sustainability and reliability (IOCPS 2025)
MDPI (On-line, Switzerland)
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| 2025/06/25 | Exploring chemical recycling systems using a urea-based eutectic catalyst for PET/PEF Mixed Waste | EPF European Polymer Congress
European Polymer Federation; Royal Netherlands Chemical Society; Polymeer Technologie
Nederland; University of Groningen (Groningen, Netherlands)
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| 2025/06/23 | Advancing Sustainable Polymer Recycling: Innovations in complex Polymers recycling using innovative solvents | EPF European Polymer Congress
European Polymer Federation; Royal Netherlands Chemical Society; Polymeer Technologie
Nederland; University of Groningen (Groningen, Netherlands)
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| 2025/06/19 | Greener solvent-driven strategies for closed-loop recycling of complex polymers | Milan Polymer Days – MIPOL2025
University of Milan (Milan, Italy)
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| 2025/06 | Using a urea-based eutectic catalyst for PET/PEF Mixed Waste chemical recycling | GREENER POLYMERS RECYCLING WORKSHOP
ABSLEU - Universidade de Aveiro (Aveiro, Portugal)
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| 2025/05/13 | Advancing poluymer recycling: COSMO-RS-guided selection eutectic solvents for selective dissolution | International Symposium on Green Chemistry (ISGC) 2025
French National Center for Scientific Research (La Rochelle, France)
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| 2024/07/24 | Exploring innovative eutectic systems for enhanced recycling of polyesters mixed waste. | BIOPOL 2024
University of Coimbra (Coimbra, Portugal)
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| 2024/07/18 | Eutectic solvents as catalysts for polyesters mixed waste chemical recycling | Research Summit 2024
University of Aveiro (Aveiro, Portugal)
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| 2024/04/04 | Exploring Innovative Solvent Systems for Enhanced Recycling of Polymers Mix Waste | FUR4Sustain WG/CG/MC Nice Meeting Conference
Cost action FUR4Sustain (Nice, France)
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| 2024/04/03 | Pioneering a path towards greener chemical recycling of (bio-based) polyesters | FUR4Sustain WG/CG/MC Nice Meeting Conference
Cost action FUR4Sustain (Nice, France)
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| 2023/10/13 | «An effective and selective recycling method for PET and polyolefin mixtures» | 2nd Young Happy hour
European Cooperation in Science and Technology - Fur4Sustain
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| 2023/07/24 | Synthesis and end-of-life tailoring of furan-based polymers: in the pathway to sustainable polymers | XVIII Encontro Nacional da Sociedade Portuguesa de Química
Sociedade Portuguesa de Química (Aveiro, Portugal)
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| 2023/02/28 | Biobased poly(ethylene 3,4-furanoate): synthesis and characterization | 2023 #RSCPoster Twitter conference
Royal Society of Chemistry (On-line)
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| 2023 | Synthesis, characterisation and recycling of furan-based polymers | FUR4Sustain - Thessaloniki MC/CG/WG (hybrid) meeting
The Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (Thessaloniki, Greece)
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| 2022/09/29 | Development and characterization of the bio-based 3,4-PEF | 1st Young Happy hour
European Cooperation in Science and Technology - Fur4Sustain
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Supervision
| Thesis Title Role |
Degree Subject (Type) Institution / Organization |
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| 2024/10/01 - 2025/02/01 | Volunteer work entitled: "Development of starch/furan-based bioplastics with enhanced
physicochemical and mechanical performance"
Co-supervisor
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Ciências de Engenharia Química (Other)
Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
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| 2023/03/01 - 2023/07/31 | Volunteer work entitled: "Development of starch/furan-based bioplastics with enhanced
physicochemical and mechanical performance"
Co-supervisor
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Biotecnologia (Other)
Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
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Event organisation
| Event name Type of event (Role) |
Institution / Organization | |
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| 2026/03/11 - 2026/03/11 | 'Circular & Sustainable Polymers – Where Academia Meets Industry'
An interdisciplinary workshop exploring the complementarity between academia and industry.
The event brings together experts from around the world, covering a wide spectrum
of polymer science—from bio-based to fossil-based materials—across diverse areas of
expertise and institutions. Through open discussion and knowledge exchange, the workshop
focuses on shaping an integrated future for polymer chemistry, fostering collaboration
between academic research and industrial innovation. (2026/03/11 - 2026/03/11)
Workshop (Co-organiser)
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| 2024/12/06 - 2024/12/06 | “Plástico 360° Workshop”: Held at the University of Aveiro on December 6, 2024, this
workshop brought together over 100 experts to discuss innovation, sustainability,
and plastic waste recycling in Portugal. The event focused on effective solutions
and cross-sector collaboration, with CICECO–Aveiro Institute of Materials highlighting
advances in polystyrene management and circular materials strategies. (2024/12/06 - 2024/12/06)
Workshop (Co-organiser)
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| 2023/10/23 - 2023/10/23 | '2nd FUR4Susatin Young Happy Hour': “ Early-career researcher networking and dissemination
event organized within the COST Action FUR4Sustain. The session provided a platform
for young scientists to present ongoing research on sustainable and bio-based polymers,
exchange methodologies, and discuss emerging strategies for greener polymer production,
recycling, and circular materials design in an informal, collaborative setting. (2023/10/23 - 2023/10/23)
Meeting
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Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal |
| 2022/07/26 - 2022/07/28 | Organizing member of the FUR4Sustain Aveiro Training School - "Polymers and sustainability
frontiers: pushing the edge!". It was a 3-day meeting following Cost Action CA 18220
(FUR4Sustain) that aimed to delve deeper and discuss problems and possible solutions
for their resolution when considering the transition from polymers of fossil origin
(mostly used) to polymers of renewable origin. (2022/07/26 - 2022/07/28)
Conference (Member of the Organising Committee)
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European Cooperation in Science and Technology, Belgium |
| 2022/04/26 - 2022/07/28 | FUR4Sustain Aveiro Training School” — International training school for early-career
researchers funded by the COST Action FUR4Sustain. The programme addressed the future
of plastics within a sustainable bioeconomy, focusing on the design of advanced bio-based
materials capable of mimicking fossil-based polymers in both physicochemical performance
and application potential. (2022/07/26 - 2022/07/28)
Meeting (Co-organiser)
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Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal |
| 2019/06/01 - 2020/04/08 | XXIII Ciclo de Cenáculo Regional de Aveiro: This event is a major gathering for all
scouts aged 18 to 22 from the Aveiro region, designed to shape the vision and objectives
for the upcoming scouting year at a regional level. The event provides an interactive
and collaborative space where scouts can actively engage in discussions, share insights,
and contribute ideas to enhance the scouting experience. (2020/03/06 - 2020/03/08)
Meeting (Co-organiser)
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Corpo Nacional de Escutas, Portugal |
| 2019/04/12 - 2019/04/15 | XII ENCONTRO NACIONAL DE ESTUDANTES DE BIOQUÍMICA: ENEBIOQ is a Social, Dynamic and
Educational Meeting that calls for the participation of all Students interested in
chemistry and biology topics. It is an event that is willing to open horizons for
students from different university areas. (2019/04/12 - 2019/04/15)
Meeting (Co-organiser)
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Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal |
Event participation
| Activity description Type of event |
Event name Institution / Organization |
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| 2024/10/02 - Current | "Workshop on Advanced Computing and Projects": Recently, through the EuroCC2 initiative,
the National Network for Advanced Computing (RNCA) granted researchers from the University
of Aveiro access to 300,000 hours of advanced computational resources. This workshop
was designed to guide participants on how to effectively utilize these high-performance
computing infrastructures, providing hands-on training and facilitating access to
a range of cutting-edge computational facilities.
Workshop
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EuroCC2 initiative Workshop
Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
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| 2023/02/08 - 2033/02/10 | The training school aimed to span the arc from Green Chemistry actions to potential
dynamics and consequences in global systems, and thus enable trainees to view and
reflect upon actions on different levels and in different contexts of sustainability.
Were invited researchers working on biorefinery and bioeconomy topics, both from chemistry/materials
science backgrounds interested in sustainability (i.e., environmental, social, and
economic dimensions) and innovation.
Meeting
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Graz FUR4Sustain Trainning School: «From Green Chemistry to Sustainable Transition:
the Bioeconomy Perspective!»
Karl-Franzens-Universität Graz, Austria
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| 2026/09/08 - 2026/09/12 | The GreenIUPAC2026 aims to bring together all relevant stakeholders from academia,
research, industry, NGOs, policy makers and society, to exchange and disseminate knowledge
and ideas that promote the concept of green chemistry and sustainable development.
Building on the success of previous editions, the GreenIUPAC2026 will serve as a dynamic
forum for advancing and discussing cutting-edge green chemistry innovations.
Conference
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11th IUPAC International Conference on Green Chemistry
Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Portugal
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| 2026/09/07 - 2026/09/07 | This online conference will toke place from the 7 to 8 September, 2026, addressing
key sustainability, recycling, and resource recovery challenges. The event focused
on a broad range of topics, including resource recycling, waste management strategies,
the circular economy, industrial symbiosis, sustainable materials, and policy frameworks
towards a zero-waste future, among others.
Conference
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The 1st International Online Conference on Recycling
MDPI AG, Switzerland
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| 2026/07/15 - 2026/07/17 | Research Summit Is a conference organized by the University of Aveiro where PhD students
and young researchers from the university, and also from other universities, present
their work.
Conference
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Research Summit 2026
Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
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| 2026/06/12 - 2026/06/12 | The goal of this meeting is to bring together the users of synchrotron radiation from
different research fields, to share their experiences and achievements, and to establish
new collaborations. Official representatives of synchrotron facilities, distinguished
researchers, top instrument scientists and coordinators of the European programmes
are invited to present new research, access and support opportunities provided by
the large-scale infrastructures in EU and UK. Therefore, this
Meeting
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12th Meeting of Portuguese Users of Synchrotron Radiation (ENURS)
Universidade de Aveiro CICECO, Portugal
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| 2026/05/13 - 2026/05/13 | An event presented by RENOVA about how, for a product to succeed commercially, not
only its properties and performance matter, but also its image, branding, and the
way it is marketed. The workshop also highlighted how emerging technologies are shaping
the future and influencing the development and commercialization of new products.
Seminar
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Renova: A importância da inovação
Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
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| 2026/03/10 - 2026/03/11 | 'GREEN-X Kick-Off Meeting'
The GREEN-X is a Marie Curie staff exchange project. The kick-off meeting marks the
beginning of a collaborative initiative bringing together partners from academia,
industry, and research institutions. The event sets the foundation for a shared vision,
aligning expertise across disciplines to address key challenges in sustainability
and innovation. Participants from diverse backgrounds will present their perspectives
and define common goals and targets for the project for accomplishing the GREEN-X
main objectives.
Meeting
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GREEN-X Kick-Off Meeting |
| 2025/11/21 - 2025/11/21 | This International meeting aimed to discuss the perspectives and the future of the
Portuguese Science/Portuguese users of large-scale research facilities beyond NEPHEWS
project.
Meeting
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The Future of Portuguese Science at Large-Scale Research Infrastructure beyond NEPHEWS
Project
Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Portugal
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| 2025/11/09 - 2025/11/11 | The 3rd MDPI Online Conference on Polymers is an international scientific conference
focused on the latest advances in polymer science and technology. The event brings
together researchers from academia and industry to present and discuss topics such
as polymer synthesis, characterization, sustainability, and advanced applications.
Held in an online format, the conference promotes global collaboration and knowledge
sharing within the polymer science community.
Conference
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3rd International Online Conference on Polymer Science (IOCPS 2025)
MDPI AG, Switzerland
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| 2025/10/11 - 2025/10/11 | The CICECO – Aveiro Institute of Materials Jornadas gather researchers from across
the institute to discuss the scientific developments achieved throughout the year
and the future directions of the institute. The event brings together a wide range
of partners, from national to international organizations and from public to private
sectors. It promotes an intense exchange of ideas and debates on how materials science
can evolve to address future scientific, technological, and societal challenges.
Congress
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Jornadas CICECO
Universidade de Aveiro CICECO, Portugal
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| 2025/06/22 - 2025/06/27 | The European Polymer Congress serves as the flagship event of the European Polymer
Federation (EPF), a non-profit organization encompassing nearly all National Polymer
Societies in Europe. Originating in 1986 with 16 European countries as founding members,
EPF has since expanded to include 24 full members and 4 associate members. It brings
together scientists engaged in macromolecular chemistry, polymer science, physics
of polymers and polymer materials, modern polymer applications and polymer reaction
engineering.
Congress
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EPF European Polymer Congress
European Polymer Federation, France
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| 2025/03/14 - 2025/03/14 | "How to Write a Successful Neutron Beamtime Proposal" was a workshop focused on helping
and teaching scientists to write a proposal to access a particle accelerator facility.
Workshop
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How to Write a Successful Neutron Beamtime Proposal
Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
Universidade de Aveiro CICECO, Portugal |
| 2024/07/25 - 2024/07/25 | The workshop «Biobased Polymers for Sustainability» aimed to generate discussions
on the emerging role of biobased polymers in the planet's future sustainability.
Workshop
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Biobased Polymers for Sustainability
Universidade de Aveiro CICECO, Portugal
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| 2024/07/21 - 2024/07/23 | The 9th international conference on bio-based and biodegradable polymers (BIOPOL 2024)
aims to create an environment where this growing topic can be discussed and further
explored.
Conference
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BIOPOL 2024
Universidade de Coimbra, Portugal
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| 2024/07/16 - 2024/07/18 | Research Summit is a conference focused on the exposure of the PhD students' works,
ranging from biology to physics.
Conference
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Research Summit Conference
Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
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| 2023/11/17 - 2023/11/17 | In this workshop, participants were suggested to create a neutron accelerator proposal
after learning tips from scientists who typically succeed in their proposals.
Workshop
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«How to write a neutron be proposal… and be successful»
Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
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| 2023/05/29 - 2023/06/01 | The symposium featured lectures, talks, and poster sessions, showcasing the latest
advancements in Polymer sciences. The multidisciplinary nature of the topics presented
during the conference provided me with valuable insights and allowed me to approach
my own work from different perspectives, leading to the generation of new ideas.
Symposium
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Seventh International Symposium Frontiers in Polymer Science
Elsevier BV, Netherlands
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| 2023/04/27 - 2023/04/28 | A FUR4Sustain (Cost action) meeting: The meeting aimed to discuss several problems
and new findings on bio-based polymers with all the Cost members, including the group
leaders.
Meeting
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FUR4Sustain - Thessaloniki MC/CG/WG (hybrid) meeting
Aristoteleio Panepistemio Thessalonikes, Greece
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| 2023/03/22 - 2023/03/24 | «1st Joint Twinning Soft Transferable Skills Workshop» aimed to clarify some aspects
of communication in science and the various European projects to which young researchers
can apply. In these multiple workshops, these topics were essentially discussed. The
speakers focused on giving practical cases and tips that any researcher can and should
use when communicating science, both for project applications and the so-called “common”
public.
Workshop
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1st Joint Twinning Soft Transferable Skills Workshop
Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
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| 2023/03/22 - 2023/03/24 | It was a 3-day experience with a lot of talks explaining the important issues and
precautions when we were trying to apply a European or a national project.
Other
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SupraLife First School “Functional Supramolecular Polymeric Biomaterials”
Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
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| 2023/03/21 - 2023/03/21 | It was a seminar where the bases for interpreting the results obtained through thermal
and mechanical analyses such as TGA, DSC and DMA were learned, focusing mainly on
polymers' properties such as PET and HDPE.
Seminar
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Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
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| 2021/05/05 - 2021/05/05 | 9th Workshop in Lipidomics, Online event, Lipidomics In Health & Disease: A workshop
that delved into various aspects of lipidomics, highlighting its contributions to
health sciences and emphasizing the pivotal role of mass spectrometry in advancing
this field.
Workshop
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Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
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| 2021/03/31 - 2021/03/31 | UE carrers | science and research: The European Union offers support and opportunities
to work at the European Commission in various sectors. At this event, the various
areas and opportunities offered in a professional context were described.
Seminar
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EU Carrers - Portugal , Portugal
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| 2021/03/17 - 2021/03/17 | From in silico to animal models for the study of human diseases: A presentation on
the essential regulations governing laboratory work with animals, coupled with an
overview of the significant scientific advancements achieved through the integration
of animals in research.
Workshop
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Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
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| 2019/05/15 - 2019/05/15 | XI Biochemistry Day | The challenges and opportunities of Biochemistry: Exhibition
and discussion of projects in the areas of food and clinical biochemistry carried
out essentially at the University of Aveiro.
Meeting
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XI Biochemistry Day | The challenges and oportunities of Biochemistry
Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
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| 2019/03/20 - 2019/03/20 | 8th WORKSHOP IN LIPIDOMICS: Lipidomics in health, scientific evolution and the contribution
of mass spectrometry.
Workshop
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Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
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| 2019/03/06 - 2019/03/06 | Advantages and regulations for the use of animals for scientific work.
Workshop
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Animal models of diseases - 2nd edition
Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
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| 2018/03/23 - 2018/03/28 | XI ENEBIOQ is a Meeting for biochemistry students where several national and international
speakers present to enlighten participants about the most recent discoveries in the
area of ¿¿Biochemistry.
Meeting
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XI ENEBIOQ
Universidade do Porto, Portugal
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Association member
| Society Organization name | Role | |
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| 2010 - 2022 | Scouts - Corpo Nacional de Escutas (CNE) | Membro das várias secções escutistas (exploradores, pioneiros e caminheiros). Atividades de voluntariado. |
Mentoring / Tutoring
| Topic | Student name | |
|---|---|---|
| 2024/03/01 - 2024/07/01 | Desenvolvimento de bioplásticos à base de amido/furanos | Renato Rebimbas |
| 2023/03/01 - 2023/07/01 | Desenvolvimento de um processo sustentável de reciclagem de plásticos e contaminantes | João T. S. Martins |
| 2023/03/01 - 2023/07/01 | Biobased furanic plastics: a comparative study between the poly(1,3-propylene 2,5-furandicarboxylate) and poly(1,3-propylene 3,4-furandicarboxylate) | Beatriz Cardoso |
Other jury / evaluation
| Activity description | Institution / Organization | |
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| 2024/09/27 - 2024/10/11 | Peer reviewer for Elsevier's journal Reactive & Functional Polymers, assessing the quality and relevance of submitted research articles in polymer science and providing critical evaluations to ensure the publication of high-impact studies. | Elsevier Limited, United Kingdom |
Scientific expedition
| Activity description | Institution / Organization | |
|---|---|---|
| 2026/07/23 - 2026/07/30 | PSI–NEPHEWS Twinning Programme – Scientific Mission Selected to participate in a collaborative scientific mission under the PSI–NEPHEWS Twinning Programme, joining a European research team and gaining hands-on experience with neutron scattering techniques and instrumentation at a major neutron research facility. Participated in the mission “Probing Nanoscale Structure in Cellulose Nanofibril Films using GISANS”, contributing to experiments using Grazing-Incidence Small-Angle Neutron Scattering (GISANS). | Paul Scherrer Institut PSI, Switzerland |
Distinctions
Award
| 2026 | Best Oral Presentation Awards from The 1st International Online Conference on Recycling
MDPI AG, Switzerland
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| 2025 | Best oral presentation award from the 3rd International Online Conference on Polymers
Science—Polymer science and technology: when progress meets sustainability and reliability
(IOCPS 2025)
MDPI AG, Switzerland
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| 2017 | Scholorship Best Freshmen | Universidade de Aveiro
Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
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Other distinction
| 2023 | ITC Conference Grant
Cost Action 18220 - European network of FURan based chemicals and materials FOR a
Sustainable development (FUR4Sustain), Belgium
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| 2023 | Short-Term-Scientific-Mission (STSM): «Recycling PET/Cotton Wastes»
Cost Action 18220 - European network of FURan based chemicals and materials FOR a
Sustainable development (FUR4Sustain), Belgium
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| 2022 | Short-Term-Scientific-Mission (STSM): «Investigation on the thermal properties of
poly(alkylene 3,4-furandicarboxylate)s»
Cost Action 18220 - European network of FURan based chemicals and materials FOR a
Sustainable development (FUR4Sustain), Belgium
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