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Editorial
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Welcome to this special edition of the FLEX4FACT newsletter. In recognition of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we are pleased to draw your attention to the diverse women actively involved in shaping the FLEX4FACT project and influencing the landscape of energy flexibility.
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Get to know the different roles, tasks and responsibilities of the multiple women in the FLEX4FACT project and learn about their wishes and visions for the Future of women in science.
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We are delighted to be working with so many amazing women in the project!
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To stay up to date with the latest developments of the FLEX4FACT project, you can check out our website www.flex4fact.eu or follow us on LinkedIn and X, where you will find additional news and insights about the project.
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We hope you will be enjoying this issue,
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Researcher and Senior Business Developer in the Digital Production Group; Coordinator of FLEX4FACT and EU Lear for SINTEF Manufacturing
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- B. Sc. in Statistics and Economical Modeling from NTNU.
- M. Sc in Management & Leadership, Project Management with emphasis on Zero Defect Manufacturing (ZDM), Industry 4.0 & Cyber Physical Systems
- 23 years at DNV-GL, focusing on Quality Assurance in IT and platform systems
- 6 years at NTNU, contributing to EU projects and specializing in Production Management.
- Now working as a Researcher at SINTEF Manufacturing in the field of digital production for 8 years.
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Role in the FLEX4FACT Project
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As coordinator of the FLEX4FACT project, my role is to communicate with the Commission, keep all the strands of the whole project together, see the big picture, drive the processes, and manage and communicate with the technical work packages. As a generalist, I have to select the best people to take such a heavy and complex technical project forward.
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Vision for the Future of Women in Science
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Throughout my career, I have seen many strong women paving the way in STEM. However, it will still take years to close the gender gaps, but the emerging generations give hope. My message to all women is to take responsibility when the opportunities come your way, do not hesitate, trust yourself, you will never regret it.
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Research Scientist in the Digital Production Group
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- M. Sc. in Civil Engineering from Priazovskii State Technical University, Ukraine
- M. Sc. and Ph.D in Production Management from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology
- Now working with production, logistics and supply chain management and digitalisation.
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Role in the FLEX4FACT Project
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I am leading the WP1 "Definition of Industrial Use Cases and FLEX4FACT Reference System Architecture" and Task 1.3 "Development of Industrial Settings Descriptions".
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Vision for the Future of Women in Science
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Make women in STEM the norm, not the exception. Achieve full gender equality in STEM, ensuring that women have equal access to opportunities, resources and recognition.
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Senior researcher in the Industrial Ecosystems Department, Product & Sustainability Group
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- Degrees in Resource Engineering and Materials Science from Delft University of Technology
- 15 years of experience in the (raw) materials sector.
- Senior Manager in open innovation, market intelligence and business research at Umicore, Belgium
- Co-editor of the Handbook of Recycling (2023), Associate Editor of the Journal of Sustainable Mettalurgy and member of the Board of Directors of the Minerals, Metals and Materials Society (TMS)
- Currently working as a Senior Researcher in the Industrial Ecosystems Department at SINTEF Manufacturing
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Role in the FLEX4FACT Project
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In the project, I am leading Work Package 6, which deals with the implementation of the FLEX4FACT solutions in the industrial use cases and the determination of the economic and environmental impact of these solutions. I am also part of the SINTEF team working on exploitation and communication.
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Vision for the Future of Women in Science
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The future is now: it happens right this minute. So as of now, let's fully recognize the contributions made to STEM by women in the past, today, and the contributions still to come. To all girls and women in STEM: do what you believe in, follow your passions, find your tribe, be courageous and have fun!
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Researcher in Digital Production at SINTEF Manufacturing
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- Bachelor in Computer Science at the National Technical University of Ukraine (NTUU “KPI”)
- Masters in Sustainable Manufacturing at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
- PhD in Civil Engineering at NTNU
- Validator and analyst of mathematical models in one of the Norwegian banks for 2 years.
- Now working as a Researcher in Digital Production at SINTEF Manufacturing
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Role in the FLEX4FACT Project
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In FLEX4FACT, I support several WPs in terms of information flow between the coordinator SINTEF Manufacturing and the rest of the partners. I am responsible for the project's GitLab groups and repositories. I also participate in Task 4.1 on the development of the "Reference Framework for Decision Making and Support in Industrial Process Planning".
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Vision for the Future of Women in Science
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I hope that in the future everyone, regardless of gender, will be able to work and research on the topics they are interested in and passionate about. I also hope that all genders will be perceived as professionals and that the stereotype that women are often seen as administrators or secretaries will disappear.
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Research Scientist at SINTEF Energy Research
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- M.Sc. in Nanotechnology with specialization in materials technology from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU).
- PhD in Li-ion solid state batteries with focus on solid material properties and thermodynamics at NTNU.
- Now working as project leader and scientist with renewable energy generation, energy efficiency and energy systems analysis, and emission abatement measures in SINTEF Energy Research.
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Role in the FLEX4FACT Project
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I am the task leader for the assessment of renewable energy generation in the FLEX4FACT use cases and responsible for the development of computer simulation modules for renewable energy generation. Additionally, I contribute to the overall technical coordination of FLEX4FACT.
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Vision for the Future of Women in Science
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That (young) women in science do not meet glass ceilings, no matter which field they are in, and that they can contribute to technical and scientific progress, equal to male colleagues.
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Paula González Font de Rubinat (UPC)
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Project Engineer and Researcher at CITCEA-UPC
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- M. Sc in Industrial Engineering with a specialisation in Electronics (ETSEIB, UPC).
- Since 2017, working at the research group CITCEA-UPC on projects in the field of Power Electronics and Energy.
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Role in the FLEX4FACT Project
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In FLEX4FACT, I am the task leader for the development of models and algorithms to define the FLEX4FACT aggregated flexibility, which is managed by the Industrial Cluster (i.e. flexibility aggregator). I also participate in other tasks related to the Industrial Cluster, such as the design of an internal market and the participation in markets for ancillary services.
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Vision for the Future of Women in Science
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I look forward to a future where women in STEM are present at every level of leadership. I hope to see more opportunities, mentoring and support for and by women.
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Irene O'Callaghan (UCC)
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Project Postdoctoral Researcher at the University College Cork
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- B. Sc. (Hons) in Biological & Chemical Sciences
- M. Sc. in Analytical Chemistry
- PhD in Environmental Toxicology, supplemented by qualifications in Veterinary Science, specialising in Veterinary (Canine & Equine) Rehabilitation.
- I have now stepped into the world of Engineering as a Postdoctoral Researcher
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Role in the FLEX4FACT Project
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In the project I am supporting WP2, mainly on Task 2.1, which is focused on mapping energy flows within the use case processes and candidate solutions for potential energy flexibility.
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Vision for the Future of Women in Science
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I hope for a future wherein every woman, irrespective of background, will enjoy equal opportunities in the field they are passionate about.
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Research Associate and PhD Candidate in Energy Efficient Building at RWTH Aachen University
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- M. Sc. in Industrial Engineering specialized in Civil Engineering from RWTH Aachen University, Germany.
- Currently working on my PhD focused on energy-efficient and sustainable Industrial Buildings
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Role in the FLEX4FACT Project
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In this project, I am working on developing models and simulations of the factory buildings and evaluating the use of industrial waste heat for the nearby residential communities.
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Vision for the Future of Women in Science
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I wish for a future where every woman has the possibility to contribute to impactful research in any field without facing gender bias. This transformation starts with inclusive education and encouraging girls to explore and grow.
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Project Manager and Juan de la Cierva-Incorporación Fellow in the Materials and Components Division of ITA
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- M. Eng. in Industrial Engineering at the University of Zaragoza
- M. Sc in Sustainable Energy Futures at the Imperial College London
- International PhD in Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency at the University of Zaragoza
- More than 10 years of experience in R&D, project management and coordination
- Currently working as a project manager and scientist in several projects, being PI and project coordinator of a Horizon Europe project (METAWAVE)
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Role in the FLEX4FACT Project
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In FLEX4FACT I am leading Task 3.3 on industrial process digital twin modelling and Task 6.2 on system integration plan, KPIs and validation protocols. In addition, I am responsible for the development of process digital twins for CELSA and SPS industrial environments.
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Vision for the Future of Women in Science
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Real gender equality in STEM, no more glass ceilings, equal access to opportunities, full recognition of scientific contributions. More presence of women in D&C activities in STEM to show present role model women in science and technology.
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European Project Manager in the Corporate Innovation Department
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- Double degree in advertising and public relations as well as in humanities
- For the last seven years, I have been involved in the management of R&D&I projects in basic and clinical research in ophthalmology.
- Since May 2023, I have been involved in digitalisation and industry 5.0 projects for Celsa.
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Role in the FLEX4FACT Project
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I work in the FLEX4FACT project management for the Celsa use case.
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Vision for the Future of Women in Science
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Although there have been significant advances in gender equality in science, we still have a long way to go in terms of parity in leadership positions.
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Professor of Energy Economics and Technologies and Dean of the Faculty of Business Science and Management at Albstadt-Sigmaringen University of Applied Sciences
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- After graduating in mechanical engineering from Ruhr University Bochum, I worked in the energy sector for ten years. I completed my MBA and PhD while working.
- Two years after completing my doctorate, I was appointed professor at the university and have been teaching and researching there for 8 years.
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Role in the FLEX4FACT Project
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In terms of content, I work on the development of algorithms to make industrial processes more flexible. This is a cross-sectional function between the technical production and the market view. In the organisational context, I take the lead for our internal university working group.
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Vision for the Future of Women in Science
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I would like to see people working together as equals, regardless of gender, age, background, etc. Here, more flexible working time models, family support and equal pay could be very helpful for women.
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This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under grant agreement No 101058657.
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