Specialized in Microbiology within the field of Biotechnology, focusing on thermophilic bacteria from Azorean hot springs. My research focuses on the bioconversion of waste materials such as sewage sludge, green waste, and feathers for energy production and the development of value-added products. I have gained ample experience in the isolation and characterization of bacteria and screening for thermostable enzymes-proteases, lignocellulases, amylases, keratinases, and chitinases. It also investigates antimicrobial and antitumor peptides and proteins for applications in biological control. My experience also encompasses the development and application of biocontrol agents, particularly Bacillus thuringiensis, against different insect pests. This includes bioassays targeting Dipteran vectors of human infections, Coleopteran pests, and Lepidopteran pest species. This work aligns with the need for sustainable pest management solutions and complements long-term monitoring efforts in cases such as P. japonica and other invasive species in the Azores. My expertise also includes laboratory and field testing, biocontrol agent production, development, and maintenance of bacterial biobanks, including a biobank that has more than 4000 cultivable isolates. I am proficient in the design of creative and innovative projects relevant to industrial markets and energy efficiency, including project coordination. My interests are in circular economy principles, white, blue, and red biotechnology, and facilitating the transfer of scientific knowledge to industry. Further, I have experience in bioinformatics and computational tools for next-generation sequencing analysis with its biotechnological applications.