Juliana, from Osório (Brazil), is a PhD candidate in DMSE/PPSM. Before MIT, Juliana studied Materials Science and Engineering and Communication Studies at Northwestern University, exploring different materials for direct air carbon capture via moisture-swing adsorption in Prof. Dravid’s group. Their research in Furst Lab includes sustainable polymers and environmental bioremediation. Outside of research, she enjoys reading, hiking, and watching women’s sports!