Márcia Regina Becker

Holds a degree in Chemistry from the Universidade Luterana do Brasil (1995), a Master’s in Materials Engineering (2002), and a Ph.D. in Mining, Metallurgical, and Materials Engineering (2007), both from the Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul. Her research focuses on sustainable energy production, with an emphasis on the development of new electrolytes and electrodes for water electrolysis and fuel cells, as well as anaerobic co-digestion for biogas generation. Her experience includes the investigation of catalysts, conductive polymers, and ionic liquids, applied to energy conversion and storage. She also works on the study of processes for utilizing organic waste to produce clean fuels, integrating materials science and energy sustainability. She is the author of several articles in national and international journals, with notable contributions on optimizing biogas production, developing advanced polymeric membranes, and applying ionic liquids in electrochemical systems. She has also organized books and written chapters on anaerobic biodigestion and science education. Her career path combines a solid background in Chemistry and Materials Engineering with interdisciplinary work, aimed at technological advancement and the transition to a cleaner and more sustainable energy matrix.