YAIZA SÁNCHEZ is a Master’s student in Chemical Engineering at University of Zaragoza, where she also completed her Bachelor’s degree. Her research career began in collaboration within a leading national institution such as the Instituto de Carboquímica (ICB-CSIC). She is currently conducting her research at the Aragon Institute for Engineering Research (I3A). Her current work focuses on process simulation for alumina production and the maximization of component valorization to drive sustainability, with the short-term goal of pursuing a Ph.D. in the near future. Alongside her technical training, she has a strong passion for science communication, actively working to make scientific knowledge accessible and engaging for all audiences.

Main research interests: Alumina production, process simulation, component valorization, industrial sustainability, science communication.