María R. Rodríguez Barroso is an academic and researcher at the University of Cádiz with expertise in environmental technology, water treatment, and sustainable resource management. Her work focuses on applied research and higher education teaching that addresses water quality, environmental protection, and sustainability challenges through innovative technological solutions.

Within the NISHATI Project, María R. Rodríguez Barroso contributes to academic training, research-oriented activities, and knowledge transfer in the areas of water management and environmental sustainability. She supports the development and delivery of training content aligned with NISHATI’s objectives of strengthening technical capacity, promoting sustainable practices, and enhancing higher education curricula across partner institutions.

Her professional interests include water treatment technologies, environmental engineering, sustainable development, and the application of scientific research to real-world environmental challenges. Through her involvement in NISHATI, she contributes to advancing climate-resilient education and strengthening institutional capacity in Africa–Europe academic collaboration.