Nuno Guimaraes

LEPABE - Laboratory for Process Engineering, Environment, Biotechnology and Energy

LEPABE is a research unit of the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto. It has been evaluated as "Excellent" in consecutive external evaluations appointed by FCT (Fundação para a Ciência e Tecnologia). It counts with approximately 180 researchers, among which about 90 have doctoral degrees. LEPABE's research is based on multidisciplinary expertise, involving such diverse topics as analytical chemistry, photochemistry, microbiology or polymer science. This allows for a unique articulation of scientific skills from different areas, not only to achieve progress in scientific knowledge, but also to effectively deliver innovative technologies to society. This is evidenced by the significant number of patents and university–industry collaborations for effective technology transfer.