Three Master’s students carrying out research work at LSRE-LCM were honoured at the “Sessão Distinguidos” on June 26, 2025, for their outstanding presentations at IJUP 2025 – the University of Porto Youth Research Meeting, which was held from May 7 to 9.

IJUP is an annual event that showcases the work of PhD and master’s students across all faculties of the University of Porto. It provides a platform for young researchers to present their findings, gain feedback from peers and experts, and develop critical communication skills. The meeting encourages interdisciplinary collaboration and highlights the quality and diversity of student-led research.

This year, LSRE-LCM students received three of the awards:

• Best Oral Presentation in Chemistry
  Eduardo Sousa
  Co-authors: Pedro Velho, Diogo Moreira, José T. Coelho, Eugénia A. Macedo
  Title: Green Aqueous Two-Phase Systems (ATPSs) Based on Choline Salts and Propan-1-ol: Determination and Modelling of Phase Equilibria
• Best Oral Presentation in Engineering
  Joana P. Ramos
  Co-authors: Joana C. Lopes, Maria J. Sampaio, Joaquim L. Faria, Cláudia G. Silva
  Title: Visible-Light-Driven Selective Production of p-Anisaldehyde Using GCN/Cs₃Bi₂Br₉
• Best Poster in Chemistry
  José M. Monteiro
  Co-authors: Joana C. Lopes, Rita A.M. Barros, Amala Joy, Maria J. Sampaio, Joaquim L. Faria, Cláudia G. Silva
  Title: Photo-Assisted Production of Ammonia Using Fe₃O₄/g-C₃N₄ Hybrid Materials

These distinctions highlight the scientific excellence and innovation of LSRE-LCM’s young researchers, as well as the robust support they have received from their supervisors.

Congratulations to everyone involved!

Cátia Graça, researcher at LSRE-LCM/ALiCE, FEUP, has been appointed to the Early-Career Editorial Board of the journal Water, published by MDPI. This prestigious role recognizes her growing impact in the field of water science and technology.

As a board member, Cátia Graça will contribute to advancing the journal's mission of promoting high-quality, open-access scientific research. Her work focuses on key areas such as water treatment, emerging pollutants, water sustainability, and environmental remediation, topics that are increasingly critical for a sustainable and healthier future.

Congratulations to Cátia!

For more about the journal, visit Water (MDPI).