Environmental biologist with an interdisciplinary background in marine pollution, environmental toxicology, and sustainability (EMJMD-ECT+ One Health). Experienced in marine litter monitoring, microplastic analysis, and citizen science initiatives across EU and Portuguese environmental projects. I have also contributed to policy-oriented initiatives involving data science, modelling, stakeholder engagement, and communities of practice. I am currently pursuing a PhD in Marine Science, Technology and Management, funded by the BYT-PhD programme.