Eduardo Silva is a PhD student enrolled in the doctoral program in Tissue Engineering, Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cells (TERM&SC) at 3B’s Research Group, University of Minho. He completed both is BSc. in Biochemistry and MSc. in Applied Biochemistry – Specialization in Biotechnology at the University of Minho. Prior to enrolling in TERM&SC PhD program, Eduardo received a scholarship under the scope of the DESZYME project. During this time, he studied the antimicrobial potential of eutectic mixtures based on natural compounds such as fatty acids and terpenoids. His current work revolves around the development of novel light-based therapeutic solutions for the treatment of microbial infections.