Marta De Sousa PGD, BEng.

Experience

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  The University Center of FEI

  Aug 2017 - Dec 2018

  • Worked to optimise the process of Biodiesel production in a continuous stirred tank reactor.• Conducted sample preparation and experiments.• Drafted reports.• Conversion values of biodiesel produced higher than 88%.• Awarded Undergraduate Scientific Research Scholarship. • Negotiated with suppliers for the purchase of lab coats.• Presented improvement solutions for the sales department.• Promoted social activities for the community surrounding the university.• Liased with colleagues and academic staff to achieve the best communication outcomes.

  • Scientific Researcher

    Mar 2018 - Dec 2018

  • Member of Academic Center of Engineering Dept.

    Aug 2017 - Dec 2018
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  Western Sydney University

  Aug 2021 - Aug 2023

  Postgraduate

  • Worked to develop and optimise the process of Microwave-assisted pyrolysis of waste coffee pods to reduce the impact packaging has on the environment.• Gained practical experience with Gas Chromatograph, Gas Chromatograph mass spectrometer, and Fourier Transform Infrared.• Conducted experiments, sample preparation, and maintained laboratory equipment.• Drafted project report and presentation slides.• Improved hydrogen production by 40% in volume through the use of 5% nickel loading in the activated carbon catalyst during the two-stage pyrolysis.• Awarded Australian Government Research Training Program Scholarship. Show less

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  University of Newcastle

  Aug 2022 - Aug 2023

  Research Assistant

  • Conducted coal permeability in ACARP and BHP projects.• Analysed and processed experimental data through Matlab software for stamp-charged coals.• Created presentation slides to portray results.• Improved understanding of how Australian premium and semi-soft coals behave during coking at elevated charge densities.• Improved capability to predict suitable blend compositions to be marketed for stamp-charged coking

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  Lactalis Australia

  Jan 2024 - now

  R&D Packaging Graduate