Magnetic, Magnetoelectric and Magneto-ionic studies of thin films and Lithographed Structures
This line of research encompasses the design, synthesis, characterization and integration of ME materials into a variety of applications that share in common the combined action of electric and magnetic fields, with emphasis on low-power magnetic data storage.
Nanocomposite Materials
We investigate diverse types of nanocomposite materials: (i) metal-ceramic composites, (ii) nanocomposites formed by two metallic crystalline phases with distinct microstructure and (iii) inorganic-organic hybrid materials.
Thin Films, Foams and Micro/Nanostructures by Electrochemical Methods
Electrochemical methods are one of the powerful options for the synthesis of a great variety of materials including continuous or porous films of tuneable thickness, nanoparticles, nanorods, nanowires and nanotubes made of either single-phase or multi-phase (i.e., composite) materials.
Permanent and Biodegradable Biomaterials
We investigate the mechanical properties, corrosion resistance and cytotoxicity of different types of metallic materials (crystalline or amorphous) suitable for permanent orthopedic implants. Traditionally, 316L austenitic stainless steel and Co-Cr alloys have been employed as metallic orthopedic implants.
Nanomaterials for hydrogen economy
Hydrogen as an environmentally friendly energy vector is constantly gaining importance, and there is a high interest in finding both cost-effective and durable materials as electrocatalysts i.e. to reduce the use of platinum.
Nanomechanical characterization of materials
This research line aims to shed light on the mechanical properties of materials at the nanoscale