Luciana Barbosa da Silva holds a PhD in Organic Chemistry in 2024 from the Faculty of Sciences of the University of Lisbon (FCUL). She holds a MSc degree in Organic Chemistry and a BSc degree in Chemistry. Currently, she is a postdoctoral researcher at the Instituto Superior Técnico (IST). Her specialities include her extensive knowledge in organic synthesis, as well as the development of synthesis strategies to produce sustainable materials. Has training in synthesis and characterization of polyesters, levulinic esters, polymer synthesis, green and sustainable chemistry, biorefineries and biomass liquefaction.