BAUTISTA ARIJA, MARIA ASUNCION

María Asunción Bautista Arija is a Full Professor at the University Carlos III of Madrid (UC3M), affiliated with the Department of Materials Science and Engineering and Chemical Engineering. She leads research groups focused on 'Material synthesis and processing' and 'Behavior of materials in service', and is part of the Álvaro Alonso Barba Institute of Chemistry and Materials Technology. Her work integrates corrosion studies, material durability, and eco-friendly construction materials.

Research Interests: Dr. Bautista's research emphasizes corrosion mechanisms of metals (e.g., stainless steel, carbon steel) in construction materials like mortars and concrete. She explores eco-efficient binders, nanoparticle-enhanced coatings, and corrosion inhibition using natural extracts. Her studies also address material microstructure, wear resistance, and durability under environmental stressors such as chloride pollution and carbonation.

Publications Trends: Recent work focuses on epoxy coatings reinforced with silica nanoparticles, alkali-activated cements, and corrosion mitigation using plant extracts (e.g., licorice, Urtica Dioica). These studies highlight her dual focus on sustainable materials and advanced surface treatments to enhance material longevity.

Grants & Projects: She has led projects like 'DESARROLLO DE MATERIALES CEMENTICIOS ECOEFICIENTES' (AEI-funded) and contributed to EU initiatives such as 'ESSIAL' and 'KrEaTive Habitat', emphasizing green materials and structural durability.

Advising & Labs: Supervised theses on eco-friendly cements, corrosion-resistant coatings, and gel electrolytes for electrochemical analysis. Her lab work integrates advanced microscopy (Raman), electrochemical techniques, and accelerated aging tests to evaluate material performance.