Centro de Desenvolvimento Tecnológico (CDTec) Postgraduate Program of Science and Engineering of Materials
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Faculty members

COORDENAÇÃO:

  • Prof. Dr. André Luiz Missio (PPGCEM Coordinator) – CNPq Research Productivity Scholarship – Level 2

Professor of Materials Engineering, Technological Development Center (CDTec) of the Federal University of Pelotas (UFPel). Industrial Timber Engineer graduated from the Federal University of Pelotas (2012), holds a master’s degree (2014) and a doctorate (2017) in Forestry Engineering from the Federal University of Santa Maria in the area of ​​Forest Products Technology. Linked to the Postgraduate Programs in Materials Science and Engineering (PPGCEM) and Environmental Sciences (PPGCAmb) at UFPel, he develops research and projects in the area of ​​new sustainable materials, with an emphasis on tannins, nanocellulose, separation and purification of lignocellulosic materials and polymer composites.

 

 

 

 

  • Prof. Dr. Neftalí Lênin Villarreal Carreño (Coordenador adjunto) – CNPq Research Productivity Scholarship – Level 2

Full Professor at the Federal University of Pelotas – Materials Engineering – CDTec, Visiting Professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Department of Materials Science and Engineering, United States, November 2014. Post-doctorate, University of Surrey, Advanced Technology Institute, United Kingdom. PhD in Chemistry from the Federal University of São Carlos (2002), master’s and undergraduate degree in Chemistry from the Federal University of Santa Catarina. He has experience in: development and application of carbon nanostructures, nanocellulose, fingerprint, biomaterials, sustainable materials, supercapacitors, catalysts, sensors and electrochemical inter-digital biosensors, Lab-on-chip. I act as the first coordinator of the Undergraduate course in Materials Engineering created at UFPEL (2009-2012) and Founder of the Materials Science and Engineering Program (PPGCEM) at UFPel 2011. He was the deputy coordinator of the PPGCEM between 2016-2018, and is currently the coordinator of the PPGCEM. Member of the FAPERGS Engineering Advisory Committee since 2014. Guest speaker at national and international events. Coordinator of the international cooperation project, Nanomed CAPES-PRINT/UFPel and COFECUB. Cooperation projects in technological and scientific innovation (national and international).

 

DOCENTES PERMANENTES

  • Profa. Dra. Alice Gonçalves Osório 

alicePhD in Materials Engineering from UFRGS, Master in Materials Science exploiting Large Scale Facilities (Mamaself – France and Italy) through the European Erasmus Mundus program. Master in Materials Science and Technology from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul and Materials Engineering graduated from the Federal University of Santa Catarina. She has six months of experience at the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI), in Switzerland, and one year of experience at the Scion Institute, New Zealand, where she worked in the development and processing of polymer composites. She has experience in the metallurgical, ceramic and polymer composite areas, as well as in materials consulting. She currently works as a professor at the Federal University of Pelotas – UFPel, at the Center for Technological Development (CDTec), and is a permanent professor of the Postgraduate Program in Materials Science and Engineering (PPGCEM/UFPel) and the Postgraduate Program in Mechanical Engineering (PPMec/FURG).

 

 

  • Profa. Dra. Amanda Dantas de Oliveira

He holds a degree in Materials Engineering from the Federal University of Campina Grande (2006), a master’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering (CAPES 7) from the Federal University of São Carlos (2009) and a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering (CAPES 7) from the Federal University of São Carlos (2014). He has experience in Materials Engineering, with an emphasis on Polymers and Applications, working mainly on the following topics: polymer blends and nanocomposites, composite materials, biocomposites, polymer synthesis, polymeric materials processing, and compatibilizing systems.

 

 

  • Prof. Dr. André Ricardo Fajardo – CNPq Research Productivity Scholarship – Level 1D

Graduated in Chemistry from the State University of Maringá (UEM) in 2007. He entered the Master’s course in Chemistry at the State University of Maringá in March 2008 and later transferred to the Doctorate program at the same University in August 2009. He completed his doctorate in the Polymeric and Composite Materials Group (GMPC) of the Chemistry Department (UEM) with a sandwich period (2012-20213) at the Centre de Recherches sur les Macromolecules Vegetales (CERMAV) in Grenoble (France). He is currently Adjunct Professor C-4 at the Center for Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Food Sciences at the Federal University of Pelotas (UFPel) and a Visiting Scholar at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg (USA). He coordinated the Postgraduate Program in Chemistry (2017-2021) and was Director of the Southern Region of the Brazilian Polymer Association (ABPol) (2019-2021). Lead researcher at the Laboratory of Technology and Development of Composites and Polymeric Materials (LaCoPol). He has published more than 100 scientific articles in international journals and 8 book chapters. He has 9 patent applications. He has more than 4000 citations (Web of Science) and H index = 35. He conducts research with natural polymers (polysaccharides) and synthetic ones for the preparation of polymeric materials and composites aiming at their application in the areas of biomaterials, agriculture, environment and catalysis.

 

 

  • Prof. Dr. César Antônio Oropesa Avellaneda

cesarHe holds a degree in Physics from the Universidad Mayor de San Marcos (1987), a master’s degree in Physics from the University of São Paulo (1995) and a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of São Paulo (1999). He completed a Sandwich internship during his doctorate and also a postdoctoral degree at the Leibniz Institut Für Neue Materialien Saarbrücken/Germany. He is currently an Adjunct Professor and Coordinator of the Undergraduate Course in Materials Engineering at the Federal University of Pelotas. He has experience in the area of ​​Physics, with an emphasis on Condensed Matter Physics. He has experience in the area of ​​Chemistry, with an emphasis on Electrochemistry, working mainly on the following topics: Electrochromic devices, thin films, solid electrolytes based on natural polymers. He also has experience in the application of Nanotechnology in Solar Energy Conversion, working mainly on the following topics: new polymeric electrolytes, inorganic nanoparticles, solar cells, especially TiO2/dye cells.

 

 

  • Prof. Dr. Claudio Martin Pereira de Pereira – CNPq Research Productivity Scholarship – Level 2

Claudio Pereira de Pereira is a professor at the Federal University of Pelotas, has published 92 articles; 18 patent applications, 4 book chapters (International Publisher) and 4 books. In the last 10 years he has trained 12 masters and 2 doctors. Among other areas of interest, the following stand out: Bioorganic and Forensic Chemistry. The researcher is a 2-CNPq productivity grantee. He coordinates a project in an International Cooperation network with Chile in the research line of Lipidomics of Sub-Antarctic Macroalgae through the General International Cooperation Program PGCI – CAPES. He also participates in the Pro-Antar Project with participation in research in partnership with USP in the Antarctic continent. He is a member of the INCT in Forensic Sciences. He works effectively in the Postgraduate Programs in Biotechnology-UFPel (CAPES 7) and in the Postgraduate Program in Biochemistry-Bioprospecting-UFPel. He was one of the proponents and the first coordinator of the latter. The Professor is a multiplier of Chemical Sciences in undergraduate and graduate programs. In addition to coordinating research projects at his University, he is also active in University Extension, promoting sciences for children and young people in Public Schools, from elementary to high school. Professor Pereira is active in the Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy, where he facilitated the creation of the proposal to create the course with the MEC. In 2012, he led the proposal to create the Bachelor’s Degree in Forensic Chemistry, which he coordinates. Today, both courses are consolidated with a score of 4 from the MEC (where the highest score is 5) at the Federal University of Pelotas, and have more than 300 students. Forensic Chemistry in particular is one of the courses with the highest demand among students, with candidates from all over Brazil. The area of ​​forensic sciences is one of the major bottlenecks in the lack of research in Brazil, where the area of ​​public safety and crime prevention research is very lacking. The professor has been working hard to encourage this area. Claudio is an ad hoc evaluator for CAPES, CNPq and FAPESP. He coordinates the BIOFORENSE Research Group and is also the Graduate Representative on the Committee of the Management Committee of the UFPel Technology-Based Business Incubation Program. The professor has completed 10 years of research, teaching and extension at the public university.

 

  • Profa. Dra. Cristiane Wienke Raubach Ratmann

Professor at the Center for Technological Development (CDTec) of the Federal University of Pelotas (UFPel) – RS, collaborating member of the Postgraduate Program in Materials Science and Engineering at UFPel. She has a PhD in Science (chemistry concentration area) from the Federal University of São Carlos-SP (2013), a master’s degree in chemistry from the Federal University of Pelotas (2010) and a degree in chemistry from the Federal University of Pelotas (2008). She has experience in Chemistry with an emphasis on Materials Science, dedicating herself to the study of physicochemical properties of multifunctional ceramic materials, working mainly on the following topics: Core-Shell systems, Crystal growth, Photocatalytic systems, Photovoltaic cells, Thermal analysis and microwave-assisted solvothermal syntheses, as well as extensive experience in microscopy and structural analysis of materials.

 

  • Prof. Dr. Darci Alberto Gatto – CNPq Research Productivity Scholarship – Level 1B

darciHe holds a bachelor’s degree (1999), a master’s degree (2002) and a doctorate (2006) in Forestry Engineering from the Federal University of Santa Maria. He is currently a CNPq Research Productivity Scholar, associate professor of the Industrial Timber Engineering Course at the Federal University of Pelotas, Coordinator of the Research Board of CEng-UFPel, Professor of the Postgraduate Program; Materials Science and Engineering (UFPel); Forestry Engineering (UFSM) and Visiting Professor at the Máster Universitario en Ingeniería de Materiales Renovables (UPV – Spain). He is Editor-in-Chief of the Journal Ciência da Madeira (Brazilian Journal of Wood Science). He has experience in the area of ​​Forestry Products Technology, with an emphasis on Wood Quality, working mainly on the following topics: quality, physical and mechanical properties, bending, anatomy and wood treatment.

 

 

 

  • Prof. Dr. Evandro Piva – CNPq Research Productivity Scholarship – Level 1C

evandroFull Professor of the Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Federal University of Pelotas – RS. He is currently the Coordinator of Development, Cooperation and Sustainability of the Pro-Rectory of Extension and Culture (PREC-UFPel), is a representative member of UFPel in the management committee of the APL Polo Naval de Rio Grande, APL Saúde de Pelotas and is a member of the management committee of the UFPel Technology Base Incubator – CONECTAR. He is the representative of UFPel in the Rondon Project of the Ministry of Defense. He leads the CNPq research group Directory, BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING, CHARACTERIZATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF BIOMATERIALS at UFPel since 2004 and Coordinator of the Center for Development and Control of Biomaterials, FO/UFPel. He was Coordinator of the Postgraduate Program in Dentistry (2005-2008) and Executive Director of NIT (Technological Management Agency of UFPel 2010-2012). He teaches undergraduate classes in Dental Materials and is a Permanent Professor of the Postgraduate Program in Dentistry at FO-UFPel (CAPES Concept 6). He is also a Permanent Professor of the Postgraduate Program in Materials Science and Engineering/CDTec UFPel (CAPES Concept 4). He is a member of the Editorial Board: Biomaterials of the journal BioMed Research International. He works in the areas of Biomedical Engineering development of new biomaterials, Adhesion to mineralized substrates and Tissue Engineering.

 

  • Prof. Dr. Fernando Machado Machado – CNPq Research Productivity Scholarship – Level 2

fernandoHe holds a bachelor’s degree in Physics, with an emphasis on Medical Physics, from Centro Universitário Franciscano (2005), a degree in Materials Engineering from Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (2011), a master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (2007) and is a PhD candidate in Mining, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering from Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (2012). He also has a post-doctorate from Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (2014). He is currently an Adjunct Professor at Universidade Federal de Pelotas (UFPEL). He has experience in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Engineering, with an emphasis on Nanostructured Materials, working mainly on the following topics: synthesis, characterization and application of nanostructured materials, carbon nanotubes, adsorption and removal of organic pollutants.

 

 

  • Profa. Dra. Henara Lillian Costa Murray – CNPq Research Productivity Scholarship – Level 1D

He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Federal University of Uberlândia (1992), a master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Federal University of Uberlândia (1995), a PhD in Engineering – University of Cambridge (2005) and a post-doctorate at Imperial College London (2013). He was a professor at the Laboratory of Tribology and Materials, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering of the Federal University of Uberlândia from 1993 to 2016. He is currently an associate professor at FURG – Federal University of Rio Grande, where he is the deputy coordinator of the Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, is a member of the Steering Committee of the Microscopy Center of the Extreme South (CEME-SUL) and is the representative of the School of Engineering in the FURG Multi-user Equipment Sharing Program – ProCEM. In addition, he is a permanent member of the Postgraduate Course in Mechanical Engineering at UFU. She is a member of the Technical Committee on Tribology of the International Federation for the Promotion of Mechanisms and Machines Science (IFToMM) and of the IEA/AMT (International Energy Agency/Agreement on Advanced Materials for Transportation). She is a member of the editorial board of the journals Industrial Lubrication and Tribology and Surface Topography: Metrology and Properties, in addition to acting as a reviewer for more than 20 international journals in the areas of Materials and Tribology, organizer and reviewer of conferences and evaluator for funding agencies. She has experience in Mechanical Engineering, with emphasis on Tribology, working mainly on the following topics: surface topography, tribology, wear, solid lubrication, surface modifications, welded coatings, with emphasis on surface texturing, lubrication and automotive tribology.

 

 

  • Profa. Dra Irene Teresinha Santos Garcia

She is a full professor in the Department of Physical Chemistry at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul. I have a degree in Industrial Chemistry, a master’s degree in Chemistry and a PhD in Materials Science (2001) from UFRGS. I was a professor at La Salle University Center (1999-2002), Federal University of Pelotas (2002-2010) and UFRGS (since 2010). I did a postdoctoral internship with a scholarship from the Hanse-Wissenschaftskolleg (Hansen Institut for Advanced Studies) at the Center of Interface Science/Carl von Ossietzky Universität/Germany, preparing doped structures based on Cu/W systems and studying photocatalytic reactions. I work in the areas of Materials and Physical Chemistry of Interfaces. I participated in the creation and consolidation of the Graduate Program in Chemistry at UFPEL and I am a permanent professor in the Graduate Programs in Chemistry at UFRGS and Engineering and Materials Science at UFPEL, acting as a professor and advisor for master’s and doctoral degrees. I have experience in surface characterization techniques: ion beam analysis and photoelectron spectroscopy and characterization of colloidal systems: X-ray scattering, fluorescence spectroscopy. My research focuses on the study of the structuring process of materials in aqueous media and on the interfacial characterization in photocatalytic processes in systems based on transition metal oxides. I am currently developing the social inclusion project for the dissemination of Chemistry in the city of Alvorada, “The Dawn of Chemistry in the City of Alvorada”, funded by the Diversity Fund of the Royal Society of Chemistry, United Kingdom.

 

  • Prof. Dr. Mário Lúcio Moreira – CNPq Research Productivity Scholarship – Level 2

marioHe is a Professor at the Institute of Physics and Mathematics (IFM) of the Federal University of Pelotas/RS. Permanent member and assistant coordinator of the postgraduate program in Physics at the Federal University of Pelotas. CNPq Research Productivity Scholarship Level 2. He has a PhD in Sciences (physical chemistry) from the Federal University of São Carlos, a Master’s in Engineering and Materials Science from the State University of Ponta Grossa (2005) and a Bachelor’s in Physics from the State University of Ponta Grossa (2002). He has experience in the area of ​​Condensed Matter Physics in the area of ​​Materials Science, with emphasis on physical properties of materials, working mainly on the following topics: Varistors, Photoluminescence and Radioluminescence, Crystal growth, Computer simulation applied to nanomaterials, Thin films, Photovoltaic cells and Microwave-assisted hydrothermal syntheses.

 

  • Prof. Dr. Mateus Meneguetti Ferrer – CNPq Research Productivity Scholarship – Level 2

Professor at the Center for Technological Development of the Federal University of Pelotas (UFPel) and member of the Graduate Program in Materials Science and Engineering at UFPel. He holds a PhD in Science (2016) and a Master’s degree in Chemistry (2012), both with a concentration in Physical Chemistry, from the Federal University of São Carlos and a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from the State University of Maringá (2007). He has experience in Physical Chemistry applied to condensed matter with a focus on theoretical-experimental correlation of multifunctional ceramic materials.

 

 

  • Prof. Dr. Rafael Guerra Lund – Productivity Scholarship in Innovative Tech. and External Development 1D

Graduated in Dentistry from the Federal University of Pelotas (2003), industrial technician in Chemistry from the Federal Center for Technological Education (1997), specialist in Natural Products (Phytochemistry) (2006) and master’s and doctorate in Dentistry / Dentistry (2008) from the Federal University of Pelotas (UFPel). He was also a PRODOC-CAPES scholarship holder in the areas of Dentistry and Cariology from the Postgraduate Program in Dentistry at UFPel. He is currently Adjunct Professor IV at the Federal University of Pelotas, permanent professor of the Postgraduate Programs in Dentistry (areas of Concentration in Dentistry and Dental Materials) and of the Postgraduate Program in Biochemistry and Bioprospecting at UFPel and is head of the Oral Microbiology Laboratory of the same institution. He is also the Coordinator of Technological Innovation (PRPPG) at UFPel, President of the Steering Committee of the Conectar UFPel Technological Incubator and Administrative Advisor of APL Saúde Pelotas. In addition, he is a member of the Scientific Advisory Committee (CA) of Health Sciences of the Rio Grande do Sul State Research Support Foundation (FAPERGS). He has experience in the areas of Dentistry, Microbiology, Phytotherapeutics and Public Health, with an emphasis on R&D&I in phytotherapeutic medicines from native species of the Brazilian flora and synthetics, working mainly on the following topics: microbiology, phytotherapy, antimicrobials, antineoplastics, drug resistance, clinical and laboratory evaluation of dental materials, entrepreneurship, innovation and health technologies.

 

  • Prof. Dr. Rafael de Ávila Delucis – CNPq Research Productivity Scholarship – Level 2

Graduated in Industrial Timber Engineering (2012) and Master in Materials Science and Engineering (2014), both from the Federal University of Pelotas. PhD in Mining, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul. He has academic experience in the area of ​​Engineering, with emphasis on Technology and Use of Forest Resources, Composite Materials, Mechanics of Materials and Statistical Methods. Currently, he is an Adjunct Professor A in the Civil Engineering course and a collaborating member of the Postgraduate Program in Materials Science and Engineering (PPGCEM), both at the Federal University of Pelotas.

 

 

  • Prof. Dr. Robson Andreazza – CNPq Research Productivity Scholarship – Level 2

Agricultural Engineer graduated from the Federal University of Santa Maria (2004), Master in Soil Science from the Federal University of Santa Maria (2006). PhD in Soil Science from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul with a Sandwich Doctorate in Auburn (USA) (2009). Post-Doctorate from the Federal University of Santa Maria (2010). Post-Doctorate from ESALq USP (2010). Post-Doctorate from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, in the Department of Soils of the Faculty of Agronomy (2010-2012). Currently Adjunct Professor III at the Federal University of Pelotas by the Engineering Center of the Environmental and Sanitary Engineering Course. Permanent Professor of the PPG in Environmental Sciences, of the PPG in Territorial Development and Agroindustrial Systems (UFPel) and of the PPG in Materials Science and Engineering (UFPel). Current Coordinator of the PPGCAmb. His research interests include Agronomy and Environmental Engineering, with an emphasis on Soil Microbiology and Applied Microbiology, Environmental Analysis and Bioremediation of environments contaminated with metals. He also has experience in the following areas: soils in the process of degradation, mycorrhizae, ectomycorrhizae, and soil ecology. He also works with the development of techniques and processes for environmental management and waste treatment.

 

  • Prof. Dr. Sergio da Silva Cava – CNPq Technological Development and Innovative Extension Productivity Scholarship – Level 2

sergioHe holds a degree in Materials Engineering from the State University of Ponta Grossa – UEPG (1995), a master’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of São Paulo – USP/SC (2000) and a PhD in Chemistry from the Federal University of São Carlos – UFSCar (2003). He is currently an Adjunct Professor of the Postgraduate Program in Materials Science and Engineering – PPGCEM and of the Undergraduate Course in Materials Engineering at the Center for Technological Development – CDTec of the Federal University of Pelotas – UFPel. He was coordinator of the PPGCEM/UFPel for two terms, being responsible for the implementation of the Master’s and Doctorate proposal. He has experience in the area of ​​Materials and Metallurgical Engineering, with an emphasis on Ceramics, working mainly on the following topics: ceramic processing, ceramic materials, chemical synthesis, ceramic coatings and inorganic pigments. He is currently developing work related to the synthesis of new materials for various applications, such as photovoltaic cells, fuel cells, magnetic materials, applications in dentistry and anti-corrosion films and surface modification. These works are being developed at UFPel through the research group Advanced Crystal Growth Photonics – CCAF. The group involves professors and students of all levels in various courses and postgraduate programs at UFPel and at other universities in Brazil and other countries.

 

  • Prof. Dr. Willian Cézar Nadaletti – CNPq Research Productivity Scholarship – Level 2

Adjunct Professor II at the Engineering Center of the Federal University of Pelotas – UFPel, member of the Environmental and Sanitary Engineering course board and permanent member of the Postgraduate Program in Environmental Sciences – PPGCAmb. He holds a degree in Environmental Engineering from UNESP (2012), a degree in Physics – Lic. from UTFPR (2014), a master’s degree in Energy Engineering from Unioeste (2014) and a PhD in Environmental Engineering from UFSC (2017). He did a sandwich doctorate abroad at the Institute of Thermal Technology – Silesian University of Technology (ITT-SUT/Poland) and at the Autonomous University of Barcelona (Spain) with funding from the Erasmus Mundus Program-European Funds/CAPES-PDSE. In 2016, he was a visiting researcher at the University of Valladolid (Spain) with funding from SCGas and at ITT-SUT/Poland in 2018. In 2019, he completed a postdoctoral degree in Environmental and Sanitary Engineering at UFSC with funding from CNPq/PDJ. He develops research in the areas of conversion and use of biogas/hydrogen; minimization and transport phenomena of atmospheric emissions; energy transition; energy planning & management. In these areas, he has obtained funding from agencies in Brazil and abroad, including CNPq, Fapergs, UWA, NSP, FC, NAWA and European Funds for projects he conducts in an international research collaboration network and for cooperation visits. He won 3 calls for support for visiting professor in Australia, Slovakia and Spain. He is the coordinator of the Laboratory of Environmental and Energy Engineering – LEAE at UFPel and leader of the CNPq research group “Studies in Energy, Atmospheric Pollution and Greenhouse Gases”. CNPq Research Productivity Scholarship – level 2.

DOCENTES COLABORADORES

  • Prof. Dr. Rafael Beltrame

rafaelForestry Engineer (UFSM / 2008), Master in Forestry Engineering (UFSM / 2010), PhD in Forestry Engineering (UFSM / 2012). Graduate in Teacher Training for Education (UFSM / 2011). He is currently an Adjunct Professor of the Industrial Timber Engineering Course at the Federal University of Pelotas (UFPel) and Professor of the Postgraduate Program in Materials Science and Engineering (UFPel). He works in the areas of Resources and Technology of Forest Products, with emphasis on Physical-Mechanical Properties of Wood, Wood Quality and Energy Use of Wood.

 

 

  • Prof. Dr. Hebert Luis Rosseto

PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of São Paulo (2007). Experience in R&D&I in Civil Engineering (Structures, Civil Construction and Construction Management) and Materials, mainly in hydrophilic materials of inorganic nature. Recently, he has dedicated himself to the following lines of research: (i) adhesion of cementitious materials, with emphasis on the role of water confined in nanometric layers in the mechanical strength of such materials; (ii) new generation of biomaterials, with important applications in dentistry and orthopedics; (iii) development of devices for regeneration of the locomotor system; (iv) silica (micro, sub-micro and nano) and its applications; (v) toughening of cementitious materials, including petrochemicals; and (vi) high-performance plaster, related products and inherent construction system; (vii) performance analysis of materials and structures related to civil construction; and (viii) advanced manufacturing of sustainable materials and structures for civil construction.

 

  • Prof. Dr. José Henrique Alano

He holds a degree in Materials Engineering from the Universidade do Extremo Sul Catarinense (2006), a master’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering (CAPES 7) from the Universidade Federal de São Carlos (2009) (emphasis on metallurgy) and a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering (CAPES 7) from the Universidade Federal de São Carlos (2013) (emphasis on metallurgy). He worked at Metalúrgica Riosulense (a company of excellence and recognized worldwide), working with High Chrome Steel Machining. He worked as an industrial equipment designer at Endalser – Soluções Industriais, a company specialized in Machining and Welding processes. He worked as a Procad/PNPD post-doctoral researcher linked to the Postgraduate Program in Materials Science and Engineering at the Universidade Federal de Pelotas between the second semester of 2015 and the first semester of 2019, participating in the Novonano research group. He is currently a Professor. Adjunct Professor at the School of Engineering of the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul and Professor of the Postgraduate Program in Mechanical Engineering at Furg (PPMec/Furg). He is responsible for the Corrosion Laboratory of the School of Engineering at FURG. He has experience in the areas of Materials and Metallurgical Engineering, with emphasis on Electrochemical Corrosion; High Temperature Oxidation; Development of Tools for Formulation of Ceramics, Glasses and Glass-ceramics; Development of Tools for Characterization of Energy Storage Devices.

 

  • Prof. Dr. Sabir Khan (Visiting Professor)

 

Bachelor’s degree in Science – University of Peshawar (2002), Master’s degree in Chemistry in the Field of Chemistry (2007) from the Institute of Chemistry, University of Peshawar in Pakistan. PhD in Chemistry (2013) from the Institute of Chemistry, UNICAMP. Second Doctorate in School Education in the Postgraduate Program in School Education – Unesp-Araraquara. He completed his first post-doc in the Analytical Chemistry Department of the Universidade Estadual Paulista Julio de Mesquita – UNESP (2013-2014), second post-doc in 2014-2016, third post-doc in 2016-2018, fourth in 2019 and fifth in 2021 at UNESP-Araraquara, he also participated as an associate researcher at the National University of Engineering UNI2019-2022, in Lima, Peru, and completed a project as a visiting researcher at the same university in 2022-2023 where he worked with various projects aimed at the development of MIP and electrochemical sensors and Smart Phone. He has experience in the area of ​​Chemistry, with an emphasis on Analytical Chemistry, working with Chemical Reaction Kinetics, Flow Injection Analysis, Spot Test, Chemical Analysis by Diffuse Reflectance, Electroanalytics, Biosensors, Biomimetic Sensors, Molecularly Printed Materials (MIP), Magnetic Nanoparticle. He was a visiting professor at the Department of Natural Sciences, Mathematics, and Statistics, Federal Rural University of the Semi-Arid, Mossoró, 59625-900, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil (2023-2024). He is currently a Visiting Professor at the State University of Santa Cruz – UESC, Ilhéus-BA and a collaborator with the Department of Natural Sciences, Mathematics, and Statistics, Federal Rural University of the Semi-Arid, Mossoró.