Roldán Cuenya Beatriz

Beatriz Roldán Cuenya is a renowned Professor and scientific member of the Max Planck Society, serving as Director of the Interface Science Department at the Fritz Haber Institute in Berlin, Germany. Her academic journey spans institutions including the University of Central Florida (2004-2012), Ruhr University Bochum (2013-2017), and postdoctoral work at the University of California Santa Barbara.

• Education: MSc in Physics (Spain, 1998), PhD in Physics (Germany, 2001).

Her research focuses on surface science, physical chemistry, and electrochemistry, with a strong emphasis on catalysis and nanoparticle synthesis. Recent publications highlight her work on CO2 electroreduction, plasma-activated catalysts, and dynamic structural changes in nanoparticles, spanning topics like catalyst design, defect engineering, and operando characterization.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Member of the German National Academy of Sciences (Leopoldina), 2024
  • European Research Council Consolidator Award, 2016
  • NSF CAREER Award, 2005

She has authored over 140 peer-reviewed publications, three book chapters, and two patents, while delivering 175 invited talks globally. Her work bridges thermal catalysis, nanostructured materials, and in situ spectroscopy to advance sustainable chemical processes.