Ignasi Rodríguez-Roda

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Ignasi Rodríguez-Roda is Professor of chemical engineering at the University of Girona and senior researcher for the LEQUiA-UdG research group, with almost thirty years of experience in water research and development, particularly in the field of biological wastewater treatment. A pioneer in using artificial intelligence in the environmental field, he has participated in national and international research projects on water reuse, modelling, monitoring, optimising the use of membranes for sanitation or purification, eliminating emerging pollutants, natural treatments and developing decision-making support systems to evaluate and compare alternatives based on multiple criteria. He has also led several development cooperation projects aimed at improving access to drinking water and sanitation in vulnerable communities. Furthermore, he coordinates the Master’s Degree in Science and Technology of Water Resources at the University of Girona.