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Biography
Sofia Pereira (SP) holds a degree in Biology (2001), MSc in Toxicology (2004) and a PhD in Biology (2010) from Aveiro University (Portugal). Currently, she is Researcher and Invited Assistant Professor at Centro Biotecnologia e Química Fina, Universidade Católica Portuguesa. Her scientific activity is primarily focused on advancing biotechnological approaches for sustainable and resilient agriculture, as well as the restoration of degraded areas, with a particular emphasis on environmental and agricultural biotechnology. SP has published over 50 papers in peer review international journals and book chapters and 2 technical guides. She co-authored an international patent and has more than 95 communications in scientific international/national conferences, including 28 oral presentations. SP has been involved in 12 national and EU-funded research projects focused on plant-microbe interactions and stresses. SP holds the positions of Associate Editor at Frontiers in Plant Science and Academic Editor at Plants journal and PLOS One.
SP has been involved in the supervision of students from different academic levels, including PhD (including scientific support to several international PhD), MSc and undergraduate students (e.g., ERASMUS+). SP has also been dedicated to teaching at undergraduate (Regent of Mycology, UCP) and post-graduate levels.
SP actively engages in outreach and communication efforts aimed at bridging the gap between science, technology, and society. She organizes seminars, workshops, and demonstration sessions to disseminate scientific knowledge to diverse audiences. Additionally, SP collaborates on press releases and invited talks to communicate research findings effectively to the public.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, University of Aveiro
Award Date: 1 Jun 2010
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Sun2Fork: Sustainable greenhouse farming systems: from sun to fork
Pereira, S. (PI) & Castro, P. M. L. (CoPI)
1/01/24 → 31/12/26
Project: Research
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ROOT BENEFIT: Beneficial root-associated microorganisms for sustainable agriculture
Pereira, S. (Researcher)
16/10/23 → 15/10/27
Project: Other
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SUSTAIN: Sustainable use of salt-affected lands
Pereira, S. (Researcher)
3/10/23 → 2/10/27
Project: Other
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CircularB: Implementation of Circular Economy in the Built Environment
Pereira, S. (Researcher)
27/10/22 → 26/10/26
Project: Other
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T0P-AGRI-Network : Towards zer0Pesticide AGRIculture - European Network for sustainability
Pereira, S. (Researcher)
19/09/22 → 18/09/26
Project: Other
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Bio-based superabsorbent hydrogels for nutrient release
Ribeiro, A. B., Moreira, H., Pereira, S. I. A., Godinho, M., Sousa, A. S. D. S., Castro, P., Pereira, C. F., Casanova, F., Freixo, R., Pintado, M. E. & Ramos, Ó. L., Apr 2024, In: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering. 12, 2, 112031.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) improve the growth and nutrient use efficiency in maize (Zea mays L.) under water deficit conditions
Pereira, S. I. A., Abreu, D., Moreira, H., Vega, A. & Castro, P. M. L., Oct 2020, In: Heliyon. 6, 10, p. 1-9 9 p., e05106.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open AccessFile145 Citations (Scopus)102 Downloads -
Phytomanagement of metal(loid) - contaminated soils: options, efficiency and value
Moreira, H., Pereira, S. I. A., Mench, M., Garbisu, C., Kidd, P. & Castro, P. M. L., 4 Aug 2021, In: Frontiers in Environmental Science. 9, 48 p., 661423.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
Open AccessFile36 Citations (Scopus)22 Downloads -
Microbial solutions to mitigate salt stress in food crops
Pereira, S. I. A., Castro, P. M. L. & Moreira, H., 3 Aug 2021, Salt stress responses in plants: perception, signaling, omics and tolerance mechanisms. Srivastava, P. K., Kumar, J. & Prasad, S. M. (eds.). Nova Science Publishers, Inc., p. 375-409 35 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
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Synergistic effect of organo-mineral amendments and plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) on the establishment of vegetation cover and amelioration of mine tailings
Benidire, L., Madline, A., Pereira, S. I. A., Castro, P. M. L. & Boularbah, A., 1 Jan 2021, In: Chemosphere. 262, 14 p., 127803.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open AccessFile73 Citations (Scopus)18 Downloads
Prizes
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Annual Incentive for Achieving Extraordinary Outputs in the activities in the scope of CBQF
Pereira, S. (Recipient), Jun 2023
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Annual Incentive for Achieving Extraordinary Outputs in the activities in the scope of CBQF
Pereira, S. (Recipient), Jul 2022
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Annual Incentive for Achieving Extraordinary Outputs in the activities in the scope of CBQF
Pereira, S. I. A. (Recipient), Dec 2021
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Annual Incentive for Achieving Extraordinary Outputs in the activities in the scope of CBQF
Pereira, S. (Recipient), 2024
Prize: Other distinction
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Rising Innovator Award - 2nd Edition of the Amyris Innovation BIG Impact Award
Pereira, S. I. A. (Recipient), Moreira, H. (Recipient) & Ribeiro, A. B. (Recipient), 12 Nov 2022
Prize
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Research Foundation Flanders (FWO) (External organisation)
Pereira, S. I. A. (Member)
Jan 2025Activity: Membership › Evaluation committee
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Workshop - Resources and strategies for improving sustainability and biodiversity in Mediterranean and Lusitanian agroecosystems,
Pereira, S. I. A. (Organiser)
Jan 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Organising a conference, workshop, ...
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Porto Urban Greening Biennal
Pereira, S. I. A. (Participant)
16 Oct 2025 → 17 Oct 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participating in a conference, workshop, ...
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Workshop on non-academic and stakeholder-driven topics: Root-beneficial microbes fit for a changing agriculture.
Pereira, S. I. A. (Participant)
19 Sept 2025 → 20 Sept 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participating in a conference, workshop, ...
Press/Media
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Opinion paper - A Biotecnologia ao Serviço da Melhoria da Saúde do Solo e Resiliência das Culturas em Tempos de Seca.
25/06/24
1 Media contribution
Press/Media
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Opinion paper - Refletir e Agir: garantindo o futuro do planeta.
5/06/24
1 Media contribution
Press/Media
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Biofertilizante à base de casca de batata
Ribeiro, A. B., Moreira, H. & Pereira, S. I. A.
1/03/23
1 Media contribution
Press/Media
Impacts
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2022 International Microorganisms Day @ Faculty of Biotechnology
Pereira, S. (Participant)
Impact: Social impacts
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Thematic seminar - O papel dos microrganismos benéficos do solo no crescimento das plantas.
Pereira, S. (Participant)
Impact: Social impacts