Scientific Team

My PhD focuses in studying DNA and its multiple derivatives in the development of Alzheimer’s, a pathology characterized by memory loss and other vital functions, a result of neurodegeneration. Sequencing techniques are of great importance for the health sector since the prevention of the disease is of great value and ideal model in the medical system and may have an impact on the way health insurers evaluate us.

The knowledge I acquire during my PhD studies in the environmental and energy      areas, more specifically in natural gas extraction from methane hydrates, will help in the transition to renewable energy systems, establishing a cleaner electric grid. Thus, fostering the use of natural gas for baseload generation that otherwise would be released into the atmosphere, increasing climate change.

Energy is one of the most important sectors for the functioning and productivity of society always hand in hand with sustainability. I believe the secret of this balance lies in improving the efficiency of what we already have, using less resources to produce more clean energy and a safe environment for our diverse productive sectors and communities.

Currently, I am researching material devices and characterization, focused on ceramic materials with high dielectric properties for potential electronic applications. The idea is to contribute with the enhancement and use of renewable energies such as solar and others. This technology is currently used but is known that there are many opportunity areas where materials characterization will have a particularly important role. All these are focused and will contribute with economic and environmental benefits for society and our planet.