Dr. Roberta Pozzan, holds a Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, and Master's degree and PhD in Cellular and Molecular Biology from the Federal University of Paraná (UFPR), Brazil. She is currently a postdoctoral researcher at UFPR, focusing on environmental toxicology, molecular and biochemical biomarkers, and the physiological responses of aquatic organisms to environmental stressors. Her research experience includes ecotoxicology, environmental biomonitoring, oxidative stress, molecular biology, and the assessment of emerging contaminants in aquatic ecosystems. She has also conducted international research at the Université de Moncton and at University of New Brunswick, Canada. Her scientific contributions include publications addressing aquatic toxicology, environmental risks of emerging materials, and bioactive compounds. Her broader research interests encompass environmental biotechnology, bioprospecting, microbial applications, and sustainable approaches to environmental and industrial challenges.