Ms. Ana Brito | Ceramics | Best Researcher Award
Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil.
Ana Melissa Paula Brito is a dedicated materials scientist from Natal, Brazil. With a strong background in materials engineering and nanotechnology, she specializes in synthesizing and characterizing innovative materials for scientific and industrial applications. Passionate about advancing the field, she has contributed significantly to research in nanomaterials, gaining recognition for her expertise in cutting-edge analytical techniques.
Profile
Education π
Ana Melissa Paula Brito holds a Master's Degree in Materials Science and Engineering (2023) from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN). Her specialization lies in advanced materials analysis, where she gained hands-on experience with cutting-edge techniques such as X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray fluorescence spectrometry (FRX), and atomic force microscopy (AFM). Under the mentorship of Dr. Nicolau Castro at the Laboratory of Structural Characterization of Materials (LSCM), she conducted impactful research in materials characterization.
She also earned her Bachelor's Degree in Materials Engineering (2021) from UFRN, where she actively participated in projects focusing on the synthesis and characterization of innovative materials, further establishing a strong foundation in materials science.
Research Experience π¬
2020-2021: Chemical synthesis of nanomaterials by spray pyrolysis method
Undergraduate research project under Dr. Mauricio Bomio. Acquired hands-on experience in synthesizing nanomaterials using the spray pyrolysis method.
2019-2020: Synthesis and characterization of calcium and barium molybdates by microwave-assisted hydrothermal method
Explored molybdate and tungstate synthesis methods, gaining expertise in hydrothermal techniques.
Teaching Experience π
Teaching Internship (Discipline: MTR0303-Nanomaterials)
Assisted Dr. Mauricio Bomio in teaching undergraduate students at UFRN, providing insights into nanomaterials synthesis and applications.
Research Interests π±
Nanomaterials: Chemical synthesis and characterization of advanced nanostructures for industrial and scientific applications.
Materials Analysis: Leveraging advanced techniques like XRD, SEM, and AFM for material characterization.
Sustainable Materials: Developing eco-friendly and innovative materials for future technologies.
Funding and Awards π
Graduate Program in Materials Science and Engineering (PPGCEM-UFRN), supported by CAPES, Brazil β Finance Code 001.
Research Project PVG15419-2018: Funded by the National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq).
Research Project PIG13110-2016: Funded by CNPq for chemical synthesis of nanomaterials via spray pyrolysis.
Publication π
A green approach to the microwave hydrothermal synthesis of BiβββPrβWOβ and its photocatalytic and photoluminescence performance
Journal: Ceramics International
Published: January 2025
DOI: 10.1016/j.ceramint.2025.01.404
Contributors: A.M.P. Brito, M.D. Teodoro, R.L. Tranquilin, F.V. Motta, M.R.D. Bomio