Rita Quelha is currently in her final year of a bachelor’s degree in Aquatic Sciences  at the School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences of the University of Porto. Her areas of interest include polar ecology and environmental toxicology, particularly the biogeochemical processes of toxic compounds such as heavy metals, studying their fate and impact on polar ecosystems.

   In addition to her academic activities, she is actively involved in environmental awareness initiatives and the organization of scientific events.

   In the future, she plans to further her studies and continue her research in polar studies.