Fabio Alberto Gutiérrez Castro received his PhD in Propulsion Systems/Thermal Engines from Universitat Politècnica de València in Spain, with Cum Laude distinction for his doctoral research. He has worked as a Pre-doctoral Researcher at Universitat Politècnica de València, where his work focused on internal combustion engines, carbon capture, and related energy systems. Additionally, he has held research roles and participated in academic projects, including collaborations that are reflected in his scientific publications on combustion engines and carbon capture studies. He transitioned into roles in the research and technical innovation sectors, including involvement with projects at Fundación Valenciaport, where he contributes his expertise in energy transition technologies and low-carbon propulsion systems. His research topics mainly include combustion engine optimisation, carbon capture technologies, propulsion systems, and energy transition strategies.