Researcher at CITEVE – Textile Research Center of Portugal, specializing in the study of natural alternative fibers, with a particular focus on hemp and linen. Over the past few years, as part of the be@t project, I have been investigating various industrial hemp varieties, optimizing extraction processes, and developing new bioprocess, as well as laboratory equipment, dedicated for long hemp fibres. My work has contributed to advancing the hemp value chain in Portugal, with a comprehensive approach to hemp valorization. I am currently pursuing a PhD in Chemical and Biological Engineering, where my research is focused on improving retting procedures and enhancing the valorization of hemp fibers.
