About the LRC/UFRGS:
The LRC is one of the 15 research laboratories that together form the “Instituto de Química” (IQ) at UFRGS. The LRC is part of two networks of laboratories of excellence from the CNPq (Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico) and PETROBRAS. The LRC which was established by Prof. Roberto Fernando de Souza (deceased in 2013) and Prof. Michèle Oberson de Souza in 1987, currently hosts more than 30 members including 7 permanent researchers. Both, Prof. Roberto Fernando de Souza and Prof. Michèle Oberson de Souza have contributed extensively during their research career to the advancement of science with major contributions in catalysis and alternative energy development both as teachers and researchers.