The valorization and training of young researchers is a relevant dimension of the LNEG's mission, which hosts and supports master's and doctoral students whose academic work aligns with its research areas.
Soraya Shabanifar developed her master's dissertation, titled “Vulnerability of the Electric Vehicle and Battery Supply Chain: Case of Portugal“, in collaboration between the NOVA School of Science and Technology (NOVA FCT) and LNEG.
The research focused on the growing relevance of the energy transition, analyzing the vulnerability of the electric vehicle and battery supply chain in Portugal. The study mapped the origins of imports for these products into the national market between 2015 and 2024, assessing the respective annual supply risk. This analysis contributes to a better understanding of the challenges associated with the security and resilience of supply chains for technologies essential to electric mobility.
The participation of students in research projects at LNEG provides advanced training experience in a scientific and technological context, applying academic knowledge to concrete societal challenges and strengthening the link between research, higher education, and innovation.
LNEG congratulates Soraya Shabanifar on the completion of this important academic milestone and wishes her the greatest personal and professional success.
