About
Summary
A researcher with experience in materials, I have worked with composite materials (polymers), using natural reinforcing materials or natural fillers. In 2018, I had the opportunity to begin a postdoctoral fellowship where I learned about photocatalysis for the degradation of emerging pollutants. That experience led me to my second postdoctoral fellowship, where I applied the acquired knowledge to the synthesis of imprinted polymers with photocatalytic activity for the photodegradation of emerging pollutants. I have experience in the use of high-performance liquid chromatographs, infrared spectroscopy, UV-VIS, and DLS for particle size determination. In 2016, I completed a stay in Canada where I learned to use a scanning electron microscope and the nanoindenter incorporated into a microscope for mechanical testing. I have had the opportunity to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels. I have also advised students on the development of professional projects and supervised two theses for two students, one already graduated and the other close to graduating. I have scientific publications and a patent under review. Dedicated scientist with strong expertise in research methodologies, data analysis, and scientific writing. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams and adapt to evolving project needs. Skilled in experimental design, statistical analysis, and advanced laboratory techniques. Known for delivering impactful results and consistently driving projects to successful completion.
Positions
Posdoctoral Fellow Oct 2021 -
Coordinación para la Innovación y Aplicación de la Ciencia y la Tecnología, Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí
Postdoctoral researcher supporting a project on the degradation of pharmaceuticals in wastewater using photocatalysts and molecularly imprinted polymers.
Project: Titanium dioxide embedded in a printed polymer matrix for the adsorption and photodegradation of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
• Supervised and taught the 'Professionalizing Project' course; students are advised to develop a semester-long project and orally present the results obtained to peers and professors.
• Research and development of new patents.
• Experienced with extrusion and polymer mixing processes
• Proficient in conducting thermal tests on materials.
• Determination of mechanical properties.
• Use of ultrasonic technology to reduce particle size.
• Writing and development of scientific articles and patents.
• Teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Preparation and reading of samples from external services using gas chromatography.
• Use of HPLC for the development of the postdoctoral project.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Education
Instituto Tecnológico de Ciudad Madero 2013 - 2017
Field of study: Materials
Degree: PhD
PhD in Materials Science in a research line focused on polymers: Project: Reinforcement of a polypropylene matrix using calcium nanocarbonate extracted from eggshells.
• Use of ultrasound to reduce the particle size of CaCO3 extracted from eggshells.
• Use of a Brabender mixer to mix polypropylene and nanoCaCO3.
• Mechanical testing of the material using IZOD impact tests and nanoindentation microscopy (SEM).
• Determination of thermal properties using DSC and TGA.
• National scholarships for postgraduate studies, from 2013 to 2017, Secretariat of Science, Humanities, Technology and Innovation (Secihti).
Skills
• Experienced in chromatography, infrared and UV-Vis spectroscopy.
• Use of the Scanning electronic microscope.
• Experienced with extrusion and polymer mixing processes
• Proficient in conducting thermal tests on materials.
• Determination of mechanical properties.
• Use of ultrasonic technology to reduce particle size.
• Writing and development of scientific articles and patents.
• Teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Professional interests
I am interested in the synthesis of molecularly imprinted polymers and their modification for the adsorption and photodegradation of emerging contaminants. I am also interested in the structural modification of materials using ultrasound.
Keywords: Environmental Research, Material characterization, , material science, photocatalysis, ultrasoundCV
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