Barbara de Abreu has a multidisciplinary professional background, combining entrepreneurial experience with human resources expertise. She managed and operated her own aluminium manufacturing business, where she developed strong competencies in project management, strategic planning, and team coordination. Her subsequent role in recruitment refined her analytical and interpersonal skills, particularly in identifying high-potential individuals and aligning talent with organisational goals. This diverse experience equips her with a practical, results-driven mindset well-suited to research environments.