Josefa Fernandez Perez

Dr. Josefa Fernandez Perez is a Professor at the Department of Applied Physics within the Faculty of Physics at the University of Santiago de Compostela. She is affiliated with the Materials Institute (iMATUS) and leads research in the Strategic Grouping in Materials (AEMAT) as part of the NaFoMat (Nanomaterials, Photonics and Soft Matter) Group. She earned her doctorate from the same university in 1984 with a thesis on thermodynamic properties of liquid mixtures.

Research Focus

Dr. Perez's research spans tribology, nanomaterials, and thermophysical properties of advanced lubricants. Her work focuses on:

• Developing nanomaterial-enhanced lubricants for electric vehicles
• Investigating ionic liquids and nanoparticle additives
• Characterizing high-pressure thermophysical properties
• Improving sustainability of lubrication systems

Publication Trends

Her recent publications (2021-2025) demonstrate strong focus on tribological improvements using nanomaterials, particularly graphene derivatives and functionalized nanoparticles as additives in synthetic and bio-based lubricants. Over 80% of recent works address EV transmission fluids, nanoparticle surface engineering, and high-pressure characterization of lubricants.

Research Infrastructure

Dr. Perez conducts experiments through the NaFoMat research group, specializing in nanomaterials characterization and tribological testing facilities capable of high-pressure viscosity measurements and nanoscale surface analysis.