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Dr Jose Portoles is a research scientist at Newcastle University specializing in surface science and materials characterization. His expertise lies in advanced analytical techniques including X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), time-of-flight secondary ion mass spectrometry (ToF-SIMS), and atomic force microscopy (AFM), applied to diverse areas such as bacterial adhesion, electrocatalysis, and nanofabrication.
His research interests encompass the development of methodologies for surface analysis, particularly using gas cluster ion beams for depth profiling of organic and inorganic materials, and the application of these techniques to energy-related challenges like CO2 electroreduction and hydrogen evolution. He has contributed significantly to understanding sputter yields in polymers and biomaterials, and to improving calibration standards for nanomechanical measurements.
Analysis of his publication record from 2006 to 2021 reveals a growing emphasis on sustainable energy applications, especially in electrocatalysis for carbon dioxide conversion and hydrogen production, alongside continued innovation in surface analytical techniques. His work consistently bridges fundamental surface science with practical applications in energy and biomedicine.
