Sandra Camile Almeida Mota
Sandra Camile Almeida Mota
Alumna - Sandra Almeida
With a background in biology and a passion for environmental issues, Sandra Almeida found new direction in TU Dresden’s HSE Master’s programme. Now back in Brazil, she works with EMBRAPA and the Ministry of Agriculture, applying her expertise in water science to support sustainable development. Explore her journey from student to changemaker.
| Country of Origin | Brazil 🇧🇷 |
| Background | Biological Sciences |
| Graduation Year | 2008 (Master’s) |
| Current Role | Works with the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock via EMBRAPA (Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation) |
| Current Location | Returned to Brazil, currently based in Concórdia, Santa Catarina |
💬 Why She Chose the HSE Programme
"I wanted to work with environmental issues, and I found the programme very interesting, especially the focus on water chemistry and wastewater treatment plants. My background was in biology, so it was a new and exciting direction for me."
Her Experience in the Programme
"It was very nice! I learned a lot. Coming from a completely different background, I had to learn many new things and that was amazing."
🌍 Where She Is Now
After completing her studies in Germany, Sandra returned to Brazil and now contributes to environmental sustainability through EMBRAPA, supporting national efforts in agriculture, wastewater treatment, and environmental analysis.
Academic Background
| B.Sc. in Biological Sciences | Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina (2006) | |
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| M.Sc. in Hydro Science and Engineering | TU Dresden (2008) | Thesis: Production of odour compounds in water in relation to growth of benthic cyanobacteria |
| M.Sc. in Flood Risk Management (FLOODmaster Course) | TU Dresden (2008) | Thesis: Risk estimation for pollutant deposition after a relocation of a dyke near Roßlau Oberluch |
| Postgraduate Specialization (ongoing) | Environmental Auditing, Expertise, and Licensing – UCEFF, Brazil |