Mrs. Anedito Zico da Costa | Air Analysis Awards | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Anedito Zico da Costa, University of Aveiro, Portugal

Anedito Zico Mendes da Costa is a dedicated researcher with extensive expertise in environmental and climate sciences. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering at the University of Aveiro, Portugal, where he contributes to advanced research on atmospheric processes and air pollution as part of the GEMAC group. With a solid educational foundation, including a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and a Postgraduate Diploma in Computational Statistics and Data Analysis from the University of Cape Verde, Anedito has built a remarkable career in air quality monitoring and environmental management.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Candidate: Anedito Zico Mendes da Costa

Anedito Zico Mendes da Costa’s curriculum vitae highlights a robust and multifaceted academic and professional trajectory, making him a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Here is a summary of his suitability.

Education 🎓📘

PhD in Chemical Engineering (Ongoing)
University of Aveiro, Portugal 🇵🇹
Postgraduate Diploma in Computational Statistics and Data Analysis (2020)
University of Cape Verde 🇨🇻
Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry (2011)
University of Cape Verde 🇨🇻

Professional Experience 💼🌟

PhD Researcher (Fellowship)
GEMAC – Group for Emissions, Modeling, and Climate Change, University of Aveiro (2024–Present)
🔬 Researching atmospheric processes and their environmental impacts.
Air Quality Monitoring Project Manager
National Institute of Meteorology and Geophysics (INMG), Cape Verde (2014–2024)
🌐 Coordinated air quality networks, revised regulations, and enhanced policy frameworks.
Senior Technician
National Directorate of Environment, Cape Verde (2013–2014)
📑 Conducted environmental impact assessments and monitoring.
Stock Controller
BETONAR, Cape Verde (2012)
🏗️ Managed inventory for construction materials.

Key Achievements 🏆🔍

Associate at CICECO and CESAM, University of Aveiro
🌡️ Contributed to climate change and environmental modeling projects.
Member of the Lusophone Network on Greenhouse Gas Inventory
📈 Played a vital role in preparing Cape Verde’s GHG inventories.
National Coordinator of the MRV-CoP Initiative
✅ Strengthened national capabilities in monitoring and verifying emissions.
Focal Point for Disaster Risk Reduction at INMG
⚠️ Integrated meteorological data into disaster preparedness.

Skills 💡🖥️

Languages: Portuguese (Fluent) 🇵🇹, English (Independent) 🇺🇸
Software Expertise: Python, RStudio, QGIS, SPSS, Atmis 8, Microsoft Office 📊
Specialized in: Climate modeling, GIS, and advanced data analysis 🌐

Additional Training 📚🌟

Introduction to Climate Change (UNITAR) 🌎
Atmospheric Monitoring (EUMETSAT, ECMWF) 🌤️
Air Quality Monitoring Training (TROPOS, Leibniz Institute) 🏞️
Greenhouse Gas Inventory Preparation (UNDP) 📈
Disaster Risk Reduction for Africa (JICA) 🚨

Global Impact 🌍🤝

Anedito has represented Cape Verde at international conferences, collaborated on UNFCCC workshops, and contributed to advancing climate strategies and frameworks in the Lusophone region. His work bridges the gap between science and policy, driving sustainable development and environmental resilience. 🌱🔬