Dr. Catarina Marques Gomes is a researcher specializing in Sensory and consumer science. She completed her PhD in Agricultural Production Chains - From Fork to Farm (AgriChains) at the University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro, with research focusing on the emo-sensory profile and chemical characterization of wines and wine vinegars. Her interdisciplinary work bridges analytical chemistry, sensory science, and digital technologies (electronic sensing) to enhance food quality, sustainability, and consumer health. She has significant experience in national and international R&D projects, both as a team member and project coordinator, focusing on smart food sensing, valorization of agri-food by-products, circular economy, and AI-assisted quality assessment. Catarina has published several peer-reviewed articles in food science and technology journals, regularly presents her work at international conferences and she is a reviewer in several journals.