Rita Gouveia holds a degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Aveiro and is currently furthering her knowledge in this field through a Master's in Chemical Engineering, specialising in Chemical Processes. Throughout her academic journey, she has explored various aspects of chemical engineering, with a particular focus on process optimisation, bioenergy, and environmental management systems. During her studies, she developed technical skills through working with specialised software such as Aspen, Matlab, and CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics), which are essential for the simulation and optimisation of chemical processes. She deepened her knowledge in system control and integration using Simulink and applied optimisation techniques in Matlab, consolidating a practical approach to industrial process simulation and efficiency. Beyond her academic work, she has been actively involved in various student associations and extracurricular projects, which played a key role in developing her interpersonal and teamwork skills. Her participation in student organisations allowed her to strengthen her leadership, communication, and project management abilities, as well as apply theoretical knowledge in more practical and collaborative contexts. These experiences also fostered her proactivity, problem-solving skills, and adaptability to different challenges. By combining theoretical and computational aspects with hands-on experimentation, she gained laboratory experience, where she had the opportunity to validate and deepen the concepts studied. This practical dimension enabled her to develop critical and methodological thinking, essential for problem-solving in industry and research. Her academic journey and diverse experiences demonstrate her adaptability, innovative mindset, and commitment to the continuous improvement of processes in the field of chemical engineering.