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Maude JIMENEZ is a Professor at the University of Lille, affiliated with the National School of Chemistry of Lille and the Materials and Transformations Unit (UMET, CNRS UMR 8207). She leads the C7-microprobe room and is a team leader within the 'Processes at Interfaces and Materials Hygiene' and 'Recycling and Functionalization Processes (PReF)' research groups. Her work bridges materials science, polymer engineering, and industrial applications in fire safety and hygiene.
Her research focuses on advanced functional materials, particularly fire-retardant coatings, anti-fouling surfaces, and biomimetic designs. She specializes in plasma-based surface treatments, self-stratifying coatings, and nanocomposite development for applications in construction, food processing, and medical devices. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates polymer chemistry, materials engineering, and process optimization.
The trends in her recent publications highlight a strong emphasis on sustainable and eco-efficient materials, including fluorine-free hydrophobic coatings, self-healing systems, and bio-based intumescent paints. She frequently investigates industrial fouling and cleaning mechanisms, particularly in the food sector, and develops innovative solutions to enhance fire resistance in polymers and composites.
She has supervised numerous PhD theses, many co-directed with colleagues such as Serge Bourbigot, Mathilde Casetta, and Yannick Coffinier. Her research has been supported through ANR, ERC, and Interreg projects, and has led to several patents, particularly in plasma-treated fireproof materials. She also contributes to national and international scientific seminars and conferences, especially in fire science and surface engineering.
She leads a dynamic research team and collaborates extensively within UMET and with external partners in industry and academia. Her lab is equipped with advanced facilities including electron microscopy, plasma platforms, and fire testing systems.