JOSE ANTONIO RODRIGUEZ AÑON

Jose Antonio Rodriguez Añon serves as a Professor within the Department of Applied Physics at the Faculty of Sciences, University of Santiago de Compostela. His research profile includes primary affiliation with the SEAG Sustainable Energy Applications Group and prior association with the NaFoMat Group of Nanomaterials, Photonics and Soft Matter.

Academic Credentials:

• Doctorate in Applied Physics from University of Santiago de Compostela (1994)
• Thesis: "Determination of the calorific value and flammability of Galician forest biomass for its application in the prevention of forest fires"
• Supervised by Dr. Lisardo Núñez Regueira and Dr. Miguel Vallejo Vicente

Research Interests:
Professor Rodriguez specializes in sustainable energy applications with dual expertise in biomass energy conversion and forest fire prevention. His work integrates applied physics principles to analyze combustion characteristics of forest biomass, developing practical solutions for renewable energy production while mitigating wildfire risks in Galicia. This research creates significant synergies between energy sustainability and environmental protection through quantitative analysis of biomass properties.

Research Infrastructure:
He leads investigations within the SEAG Sustainable Energy Applications Group, which focuses on renewable energy system development and implementation. The group maintains active collaborations with regional environmental agencies and energy sector partners to translate research into practical forest management and energy production frameworks.