Doris Ruiz, an Associate Professor of Physical Chemistry at the University of Concepción, Chile, is renowned for her expertise in heterogeneous catalysis. Her research focuses on enantioselective catalysis, hydrogenation, and amination reactions, as well as the valorization of compounds from biomass, aligning with green chemistry principles. She transforms biomass into high-value chemicals and fuels, promoting sustainable processes. Dr. Ruiz also explores nanomaterials to enhance catalytic efficiency and selectivity. Leading the Laboratory of Heterogeneous Catalysis for Valorization and Selective Processes (CATSVAL), she investigates using supported catalysts for synthesizing high-value products from biomass. Her work aims to optimize catalytic processes for efficiency and selectivity, advancing sustainable chemical technologies. Dr. Ruiz's leadership at CATSVAL fosters innovation in catalytic science to address challenges in chemical production and sustainability, reflecting her commitment to integrating catalysis with societal needs.