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Researcher for the FibEnTech investigation unit (Fiber Materials and Environment Technologies). BSc and master's degree in biotechnology, with a thesis about "C. vulgaris: Influence of light intensity and exposure to H2O2 on growth and accumulation of lipids and carotenoids.". Currently pursuing a Ph.D. with funding provided by Biotek S.A., my research focuses on the valorization of by-products from the paper and pulp industry, specifically lignin and hemicelluloses, employing both chemical and biotechnological approaches. My research encompasses various aspects, including exploring lignin polymerization via laccase as a substitute binder for fossil-based materials, producing xylooligosaccharides from hemicelluloses through chemical and enzymatic processes, and evaluating intrinsic pulp parameters to enhance its dissolution properties.
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Identification

Personal identification

Full name
André Eduardo Palos Cunha

Citation names

  • Cunha, André
  • Andre E. P. Cunha

Author identifiers

Ciência ID
261B-1124-79EF
ORCID iD
0000-0003-3903-4075

Addresses

  • Rua Marquês D'Ávila e Bolama, 6201-001, Covilhã, Castelo Branco, Portugal (Professional)

Knowledge fields

  • Engineering and Technology - Industrial Biotechnology - Bioproducts Biomaterials

Languages

Language Speaking Reading Writing Listening Peer-review
Portuguese (Mother tongue)
English Advanced (C1) Proficiency (C2) Advanced (C1) Proficiency (C2) Proficiency (C2)
Spanish; Castilian Beginner (A1) Upper intermediate (B2) Beginner (A1) Elementary (A2) Intermediate (B1)
French Beginner (A1) Upper intermediate (B2) Beginner (A1) Elementary (A2) Elementary (A2)
Education
Degree Classification
2021 - 2025
Ongoing
 Chemistry (Doutoramento)
Universidade da Beira Interior Faculdade de Ciências, Portugal
2018 - 2020
Concluded
 Biotechnology (Mestrado)
Universidade da Beira Interior Faculdade de Ciências, Portugal
"C. vulgaris: Influence of light intensity and exposure to H2O2 on growth and accumulation of lipids and carotenoids" (THESIS/DISSERTATION)
2014 - 2018
Concluded
 Biotechnology (Licenciatura)
Universidade da Beira Interior Faculdade de Ciências, Portugal
Affiliation

Science

Category
Host institution 		Employer
2019 - Current Researcher (Research) Universidade da Beira Interior FibEnTech Materiais Fibrosos e Tecnologias Ambientais, Portugal
Universidade da Beira Interior, Portugal
Outputs

Publications

Journal article
  1. Fernando Júnior Resende Mascarenhas; Alfredo Manuel Pereira Geraldes Dias; André Luis Christoforo; Rogério Manuel dos Santos Simões; André Eduardo Palos Cunha. "Microwave Treatments and Their Effects on Selected Properties of Portuguese Pinus pinaster Aiton. and Eucalyptus globulus Labill. Wood". Forests (2023): https://doi.org/10.3390/f14081671.
    10.3390/f14081671
  2. André E. P. Cunha; Rogério M. S. Simões. "Dissolving Kraft Pulp Production and Xylooligosaccharide Coproduction: Effect of Pre-Hydrolysis Conditions". ACS Omega (2023): https://doi.org/10.1021/acsomega.2c07594.
    10.1021/acsomega.2c07594
  3. André EP Cunha; Josivaldo R Sátiro; Bruno P Escobar; Rogério MS Simões. "Chlorella vulgaris growth, pigment and lipid accumulation: effect of progressive light and hydrogen peroxide exposure". Journal of Chemical Technology & Biotechnology (2023): https://doi.org/10.1002/jctb.7256.
    10.1002/jctb.7256
  4. Fernando Júnior Resende Mascarenhas; Alfredo Manuel Pereira Geraldes Dias; André Luis Christoforo; Rogério Manuel dos Santos Simões; André Eduardo Palos Cunha. "Effect of microwave treatment on drying and water impregnability of Pinus pinaster and Eucalyptus globulus". Maderas. Ciencia y tecnología 25 (2022): http://dx.doi.org/10.4067/s0718-221x2023000100406.
    10.4067/s0718-221x2023000100406
  5. André Cunha; Rogério Simões. "Effect of Pre-Hydrolysis Reaction Conditions on Xylooligosaccharides Extraction in Eucalyptus Globulus". KnE Materials Science (2022): https://doi.org/10.18502%2Fkms.v7i1.11603.
    10.18502/kms.v7i1.11603
  6. Josivaldo Sátiro; André Cunha; Ana P. Gomes; Rogério Simões; Antonio Albuquerque. "Optimization of Microalgae–Bacteria Consortium in the Treatment of Paper Pulp Wastewater". Applied Sciences 12 12 (2022): 5799-5799. https://doi.org/10.3390%2Fapp12125799.
    10.3390/app12125799