Dr. Diana P. Ferreira has been a researcher at the Centre for Textile Science and Technology (2C2T) of the School of Engineering of Minho University since 2017. She finished her PhD in Chemistry in 2016 at Técnico Lisbon, University of Lisbon. Her research interests are focused on using sustainable chemistry for the development of smart, innovative, and sustainable fibrous-based materials. She is the coordinator of several academic research projects, including projects in collaboration with companies, and a Professor of Textile Chemistry and Textile Materials. Dr. Diana P. Ferreira is also a supervisor of Ph.D. and Master's students, has published almost 60 original peer-reviewed papers, and presented over 70 national and international communications. She is Guest Editor of several journals and part of the Scientific Committee of International Conferences. Meanwhile, she is a member of the board of the 2C2T Research Centre, coordinator of the Fibrous Materials Research Line, and member of the Coordination Board of the Doctoral Program in Textile Engineering.