Javier Pozuelo de Diego

Javier Pozuelo de Diego is an Associate Professor and Director of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering and Chemical Engineering at the University Carlos III of Madrid (UC3M). He leads the Polymers and Composites research group under the Álvaro Alonso Barba Institute of Chemistry and Materials Technology. His work spans materials science, industrial engineering, and applied physics.

• Academic Rank: Associate Professor
• Department: Materials Science and Engineering and Chemical Engineering
• Research Focus: Polymer composites, electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding, self-healing materials, and nanotechnology applications

Research Interests
Dr. Pozuelo specializes in advanced polymer composites for electromagnetic shielding, active food packaging, and infrastructure durability. His work explores graphene and MXene-based lightweight nanostructures, carbon nanotube scaffolds, and self-healing asphalt composites for industrial applications. Key areas include nanomaterial functionalization, interfacial engineering, and microwave-absorbing materials.

Scientific Contributions
The recent

• 2024
• 2023-2022
• 2019-2016

publications highlight his expertise in biodegradable EMI shielding materials, antimicrobial packaging, and conductive nanocomposites. Trends show a focus on sustainability, hierarchical architectures, and multifunctional properties.

• Patents: Materiales para apantallamiento electromagnético (2015)
• Grants: 15+ projects funded by Airbus, EADS Casa, AITEX, and Spanish government agencies (AEI, Ministry of Science, etc.)