Fábio Rangel

Research Technician at CIIMAR

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Driven by a deep commitment to revolutionizing aquaculture through groundbreaking nutritional strategies, I currently serve as a Commercial Support Technician at Aquasoja, where I skillfully blend technical expertise with commercial insights to deliver exceptional client support worldwide. My role encompasses: 🛠️ Technical Client Support: Providing hands-on assistance to clients via national and international visits. 📈 Commercial Insights: Analyzing workflow and commercial activities to maximize efficiency and impact. 📊 Market Intelligence: Conducting thorough competitor analysis and generating market and client reports to inform strategic decisions. Academic & Research Background: With a robust academic foundation that includes a PhD focused in Aquaculture and Insect Meal, I have dedicated over six years to exploring the intricate dynamics of fish gut microbiota, pioneering the application of insect exuviae in fish feeds, and developing a novel probiotic to improve fish growth and welfare. My research earned me global recognition, notably from NUTRECO, which ranked my project among the top 10 animal nutrition research initiatives worldwide in 2022. Entrepreneurship & Competitions: 💡 I possess a strong entrepreneurial spirit and have triumphed in prestigious business competitions, including: 🥇 928 Challenge: 1st place out of over 150 teams. 🏆 European Innovation Academy: Top 10 teams + provisional patent from Nixon Peabody. 🚀 Business Ignition Program (BIP) and Born from Knowledge (BfK): Earned the 1st place at bothe whiile representing my institutions. I am excited to connect with like-minded professionals and organizations who share a vision for sustainable aquaculture, insect meal and functional feeds. Let’s work together to shape the future of our industry!