Ana Cavadas integrates the CIIMAR-UP Science and Innovation Office supporting the center knowledge transfer and innovation management activities. Her main activities include the valorization and exploitation of R&D results, the management of Intellectual Property, the implementation stakeholder liaison and market-oriented R&D initiatives, the development of CIIMAR’s innovation strategy and the promotion of entrepreneurship. Ana holds a degree in Environmental Sciences and Technology, Master degree in Environmental Engineering and a post-graduation in Business Process Engineering and Management.