Ricardo José Passini

Holds a degree in Interdisciplinary Bachelor's Degree in Science and Technology (2013) and Chemical Engineering (2015), both completed at the Federal University of Alfenas, Advanced Campus of Poços de Caldas. Earned a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering (2017) from the Federal University of Itajubá and a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering (2021) from the Federal University of São Carlos. Has experience in thermodynamic analysis of thermal systems and the use of heterogeneous catalysts applied to the valorization of methane and carbon dioxide for conversion into higher-value-added products. Expertise includes the synthesis and characterization of heterogeneous catalysts, such as CO2-TPD, H2-TPR, N2 Physisorption, TGA, in situ catalyst analysis using techniques such as UV-Vis and FTIR, gas chromatography, PID EngTech, and Parr Reactor. After completing the Ph.D., specialized in Ergonomics at the University of Araraquara and worked at the consulting company ErgoCorp (20212023), providing services to various companies nationwide. Additionally, participated in a postdoctoral fellowship at the Chemistry Department of the University of São Paulo (2023), focusing on the development of reactors for the production of carbon nanotubes over CoMn catalysts. Currently conducts research in the field of heterogeneous catalysis at the Chemistry Institute of the State University of Campinas. (Source: Lattes Curriculum)