I completed my Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering at the University of Aveiro in 2023, with a final grade of 14/20, followed by a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering in 2025, with a final grade of 15/20. Throughout my academic training, I developed a solid background in core areas such as thermodynamics, chemical reactions, separation processes, and polymer chemistry. During the final year of my master’s programme, I carried out my dissertation entitled “Development and 3D printing of sustainable material-based structures for sound absorption”, under the supervision of Dr Nuno Gama and Drª Vânia Teixeira. This work focused on the development and characterisation of biomass-reinforced polymer composites for additive manufacturing, targeting acoustic applications. The project was developed in collaboration with the companies Lightenjin and Amplitude Acoustics and resulted in a scientific publication in the Journal of Composites Science (DOI: 10.3390/jcs10030136). Simultaneously with the dissertation, I had a research grant within the BiMAIS project from CICECO - Aveiro Institute of Materials, where I worked on the development of polymer-based materials with acoustic properties for sustainable solutions, namely modular screens for open office environments. These experiences strengthened my interest in research, development, and innovation, particularly in the field of sustainable materials and engineering solutions. In parallel with my academic path, I was actively involved in extracurricular activities, notably as a member of the marketing team at AIESEC in Aveiro during the 2023/2024 academic year, contributing to the promotion of international volunteering programme while developing communication and teamwork skills. Since February, I have continued my involvement in the BiMAIS project through a research fellowship. At the same time, I enrolled in the PhD programme in Chemical Engineering, aiming to further consolidate my research experience and contribute to the advancement of innovative and sustainable solutions aligned with current industrial and societal challenges.