Abstract: The high standards and requirements demanded in high-speed machining (HSM) applications some examples are the precise manufacturing of microelectronics circuits or biomedical devices - comprise a delicate control of the tool preparation as well as coatings design and finish, which are
(METALIA) ENABLING TECHNOLOGIES FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN THE ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING VALUE CHAIN OF NEW METAL ALLOYS
Project details Funding: Proyectos Líneas Estratégicas – Transmisiones 2023.Project coordinator (AEI): CATECProject coordinator (CDTI): EgileProject period: 01/01/2024 – 31/12/2027 IMDEA Materials' researchers Dr. Federico SketDr. Jon M.
IMDEA Materials consolidates its position as one of Spain’s leading research centres in latest MSCA PF call
Novel materials that better enable buildings to utilise solar energy for heating and to reflect sunlight, ultrafine iron and titanium-based alloys, and sophisticated modelling to improve the efficiency of gas turbines. These are just three of the potentially game-changing projects that will be
Researchers unveil groundbreaking new Digital Twin for precise real-time analysis of composite materials production
Researchers from IMDEA Materials Institute and the Technical University of Madrid (UPM) have developed an innovative Digital Twin that enables real-time analysis of composite materials manufacturing. The breakthrough was recently presented in The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing
(IRIDISCENTE) ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR THE SUSTAINABLE DESIGN OF EFFICIENT ALLOYS AND PROCESSES
Project details Funding: Proyectos Líneas Estratégicas – Transmisiones 2023.Project coordinator (AEI): Fundación IMDEA MaterialesProject coordinator (CDTI): ArcelorMittal Innovación Investigación e Inversión, S.L.Project period: 01/01/2024 – 31/12/2027 IMDEA Materials' researchers Dr.
FYA of Qi Chen entitled “Biobased flame-retardant polymer electrolyte for lithium battery”– March 19th, 2024.
Abstract: The applications of Li-ion batteries (LIBs) vary widely from the transport sector (viz. electric vehicles, aircraft, robotics, drones, etc.) to battery energy storage technologies supporting and strengthening the power grid to mitigate the problem of intermittency of renewable energy
FYA of José Ignacio Delgado Castaño entitled “Characterization and manufacturing of thermoplastics for clear aligner treatment”– March 21st, 2024.
Abstract: Clear aligner treatment (CAT) is a new technique to treat malocclusions which ison current expansion along the globe and also gaining importance in oral medicine. Oral diseases are the third most expensive medical treatment in accumulatednumbers yearly in Europe, and the most spread
Prof. Javier LLorca makes history as first Spanish recipient of the Morris Cohen Award
IMDEA Materials’ Scientific Director, Prof. Javier LLorca, has become the first Spanish researcher to receive the Morris Cohen Award from the Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS). The recognition comes a year after Prof. LLorca was the first Spaniard to be awarded the TMS Structural
IMDEA Materials in the Fair Madrid for Science and Innovation – 7th to 9th of March, 2024.
From the 7nd to the 9th of March, the Fair Madrid for Science and Innovation will be held at the Trade Fair Institution of Madrid (IFEMA) within the framework of the education week. IMDEA Materials participates actively in this important dissemination event for Madrid´s region with all the
Origin of nucleation and growth of extension twins in grains unsuitably oriented for twinning during deformation of Mg-1%Al
New members of the IMDEA Materials Institute team – February 2024
Every month, we welcome new members of the IMDEA Materials team. Here, you can find a short profile of our most recent additions, including their upcoming role with IMDEA Materials and their educational and professional background. My name is Mahdi Sabbaghian, and I am a Ph.D. in Materials
The Valencia fire: another example of the danger of flammable materials in construction
De-Yi Wang, IMDEA MATERIALS A massive fire has devastated a 14-story building in the Campanar neighbourhood of Valencia, causing a human tragedy for which there is no consolation. Once again, as happened in the Grenfell Tower fire in London, which left over seventy dead, we find ourselves
Multifunctional polylactic acid sensing fabric based on biomass flame retardants for intelligent fire early-warning
A focus on applications of different realities and structured light in maxillofacial surgery
BIOMET4D researcher, Dr. Santiago Ochandiano from the Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón (HGGM) was one of a number of speakers featured as part of the recent Translational Symposium on New Technologies in Maxillofacial Surgery held at H.G.U Gregorio Marañón in Madrid. Dr. Ochandiano’s
The Valencia Fire: another example of the danger of flammable materials in construction – El Economista
Mexico's El Economista is one of a number of outlets to have featured IMDEA Materials Institute Senior Researcher, Prof. Dr. De-Yi Wang in discussing the dangers posed by the use of flammable materials in construction following the deadly fire in Campanar de Valencia. You can read the original
Seminar by Prof. Morten Willatzen from the Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, entitled ‘Triboelectric Nanogenerators and Quantum-Mechanical Modeling of Contact Electrification’. Scheduled for March 20th, 2024
Abstract A general theory of triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) is presented for an arbitrary geometric setup consisting of two electrodes, a fixed dielectric, and a moving dielectric [1]. The two dielectric materials have opposite charges. Optimization of power output is computed for a general
Network structure enabling re-use and near full property retention in CNT sheets recycled from thermoset composites
PhD Defense of Eugenia Nieto-Valeiras, entitled “Effect of grain boundaries on the deformation and fracture of metallic polycrystals”- On Friday, February 16th at 11am
The PhD defence will take place in the José Echegaray room of the E.T.S de Ingenieros de Caminios (C/Profesor Aranguren 3), 28040 Madrid. The dissertation is titled "Effect of grain boundaries on the deformation and fracture of metallic polycrystals". It has been advised by Prof. Javier LLorca
Organic copper phosphate-decorated layered double hydroxide to enhance the flame retardancy and smoke suppression of epoxy resin
IMDEA Materials research shown to eliminate virus and bacteria in air filtration systems – CadenaSER
CadenaSER is one of a number of media outlets to have highlighted a promising new study from IMDEA Materials Institute researchers which could significantly reduce risk of airborne bacterial infections caused by air filtration systems. You can see the original article (content in Spanish), here:
PhD Defense of Cillian Thompson, entitled “Medical Grade Bioabsorbable Composites for the 3D Printing of Multi-Material Orthopaedic Devices”- On Thursday, February 15th at 11am
The PhD defence will take place in Aula -1.A.02- Library (Puerta de Toledo Campus) of the Carlos III University of Madrid (UC3M). How to get there: https://www.uc3m.es/about-uc3m/how-to-get-here/madrid-puerta-de-toledo The dissertation is titled "Medical Grade Bioabsorbable Composites for the
DELIGHTED consortium celebrated final meeting
On February 6, 2024, the DELIGHTED consortium held its final meeting. The partners presented and discussed the latest results from the characterization of the developed steel grades within the framework of the DELIGHTED project. A manufactured prototype of a vineyard tractor cabin, ready for
Adrián Cotobal Gómez
IMDEA Materials welcomes the Mayor and the Council of Getafe: building bridges for the R&D of future materials
IMDEA Materials has received a visit from the Mayor of Getafe, Mrs. Sara Hernandez Barroso, and a delegation from the Getafe City Council. As part of the visit, the institute also welcomed Mr. Roberto Fernández Melcón, Councilor for Employment, Training, and Maintenance, Mrs. Elisabeth Melo,
A digital twin for smart manufacturing of structural composites by liquid moulding
We’re still in the Iron Age – Prof. José Manuel Torralba speaks with ‘On the Shoulders of Giants’
The Director of IMDEA Materials, Prof. José Manuel Torralba has talked to A Hombros de Gigantes about the fact that, despite all the advances in new materials, we are still immersed in the age of iron, or rather steel, the most used material. You can listen to the complete interview here (from
Nafiseh Mollaei
Raúl Fernández
Felipe Lozano
(MACS) NOVEL MAGNESIUM ALLOY FOR BONE TISSUE ENGINEERING MANUFACTURED BY SELECTIVE LASER MELTING
Project details Funding: MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2022. HORIZON-MSCA-2022-PF-01Project coordinator: IMDEA Materials Project period: 01/02/2024 – 31/01/2026 IMDEA Materials' researchers Supervisor: Dr. Javier LlorcaFellow: Mahdi Sabbaghian Abstract One important health
DOMMINIO researchers strive to achieve a “paradigm shift” in the manufacture and maintenance of airframe parts
Researchers involved in the DOMMINIO project are moving ever closer to achieving their goal of creating a new digital method for the improved manufacturing of next-generation multifunctional airframe parts. That’s according to DOMMINIO coordinator, Dr. Pablo Romero from AIMEN Technology
Assessing the Feasibility of Cold Forming of Automotive Parts from Quenched and Partitioned Martensitic Stainless Steels
Application of machine learning to assess the influence of microstructure on twin nucleation in Mg alloys
Spark ablation device, method for generating nanoparticles by means of said device, and associated uses thereof
Patent details Status European patent filed Application number EP24382060.2 Priority date 24 January 2024 Inventors Juan José Vilatela García, Miguel Vázquez Pufleau Applicant IMDEA Materials Institute Transfer opportunity License of
Recent Advances in Advanced Micro and Nanomanufacturing for Wastewater Purification
New members of the IMDEA Materials Institute team – January 2024
Every month, we welcome new members of the IMDEA Materials team. Here, you can find a short profile of our most recent additions, including their upcoming role with IMDEA Materials and their educational and professional background. My name is Felipe Lozano, I am from Santiago, Chile. I
Students from Madrid’s IES Lope de Vega visit IMDEA Materials Institute
IMDEA Materials Institute today welcomed a visit from FP students from IES Lope de Vega in Madrid. Such visits form a crucial part of IMDEA Materials' mission to spread interest and awareness in science and research among the younger generations. The students had the opportunity to tour
IMDEA Materials to host 2nd International Seminar on Modelling, Simulation, and Machine Learning for the rapid development of porous materials
The 2nd International Seminar on Modelling, Simulation, and Machine Learning for the Rapid Development of Porous Materials aims to bring together young and senior scientists, comprising different scientific communities engaged in the fundamental understanding of porous materials. You can find out
Promising new study significantly reduces risk of airborne bacterial infections caused by air filtration systems
A novel nanoparticle spray coating process has been shown to all-but eliminate the growth of some of the world’s most dangerous bacteria in air filtration systems, significantly reducing the risk of airborne bacterial and viral infections. That’s the principal finding of a recently published
PhD Defense of Xiaolu Li, entitled “Highly Sensitive Smart Sensor for Early Fire Warning Detection” – January 24th, 2024
The PhD defence will take place at UPM Caminos, Canales y Puertos. The dissertation is titled "Highly Sensitive Smart Sensor for Early Fire Warning Detection" It was supervised by Prof. De-Yi Wang, and the committee chair is Prof. Carlos González. Here is the link to the school address on
Porous Materials Workshop 2024
We are organising the 2nd International Seminar on Modelling, Simulation, and Machine Learning for the Rapid Development of Porous Materials. This is the follow-up meeting to the inaugurational one, which was organised at the German Space Agency in Cologne in May, 2023.We aim to bring together young
Superwavelength self-healing of spoof surface sonic Airy-Talbot waves
Getafe will have a pilot plant to manufacture silicon anodes for the electric cars of the future – CadenaSER
CadenaSER is one of a number of outlets to have highlighted IMDEA Materials Institute spin off Floatech's plans to to build an "advanced pilot plant" for the manufacture of 100% silicon anodes for lithium batteries. These anodes will be vital for the next generation of lithium batteries that
Cholla cactus wood ( Cylindropuntia imbricata ): Hierarchical structure and micromechanical properties
We’re still in the Iron Age – Prof. José Manuel Torralba speaks with ‘On the Shoulders of Giants’
The Director of IMDEA Materials, Prof. José Manuel Torralba has talked to A Hombros de Gigantes about the fact that, despite all the advances in new materials, we are still immersed in the age of iron, or rather steel, the most used material. You can listen to the complete interview here (from
New materials and experiments in space – Dr. Jesús Ordoño talks to RTVC
Dr. Jesús Ordoño, researcher at IMDEA Materials Institute, talked this weekend with Explora from Radio Televisión Canaria about new materials in biomedicine, and much more! Listen to the full interview here from minute 3.57 (interview audio in Spanish), here: https://rtvc.es/explora/
Portable, communicating impact detection and wearer condition monitoring device and system comprising the device
Patent details Status Spanish patent filed Application number P202331053 Priority date 19 December 2023 Inventors De-Yi Wang, Jie Xu, Xiang Ao, José Sánchez del Río, Tomás Sánchez Villaluenga, Alberto Brunete González, Applicant IMDEA Materials
Get to know a BIOMET4D researcher with…Blanca Limones from IMDEA Materials Institute
The incredible work being done as part of the BIOMET4D project to create next-generation 4D biodegradable implants for tissue regeneration wouldn’t be possible without our team of amazing researchers. Get to know our team through our interview series. In this edition, we talk to Blanca Limones
A novel hierarchical “ceramic in polymer – polymer in ceramic” structure composite solid-state electrolyte for safer lithium ion batteries
Flame-retardant and antibacterial flexible polyurethane foams with high resilience based on a P/N/Si-containing system
(DILAPRO) DIGITAL LASER PRODUCTION: DIGITAL TWINS OF LASER PROCESSING FOR MULTI-CAPABILITY MANUFACTURING OF COMPLEX COMPONENTS AND CERTIFICATION
Project details Funding: Research Fund for Coal and Steel (RFCS) - European CommissionProject coordinator: Teknologisk Institut (DTI)Project period: 01/01/2024 – 31/12/2026 IMDEA Materials' researchers Dr. Ilchat Sabirov Abstract To reduce Europe-wide CO2 emissions and to
Modeling Diffusion-Induced Mechanical Degradation in Dual-Graphite Battery Cathodes: Application to PF6- Intercalation
(BIOMEND) BIOABSORBABLE METALLIC ENDOVASCULAR MEDICAL DEVICES DOCTORAL NETWORK
Project details Funding: MSCA Doctoral Networks - European CommissionProject coordinator: National University of Ireland GalwayProject period: 01/01/2024 – 31/12/2026 IMDEA Materials' researchers Dr. Javier Llorca Abstract BIOMEND is an Industrial
Enhancement of γ/γ’ Microstructured Cobalt Superalloys Produced from Atomized Powder by Creating a Harmonic Structure
Efficiency and accuracy of GPU-parallelized Fourier spectral methods for solving phase-field models
Mechanical testing device attachable to a cone calorimeter
Utility Model details Status Utility Model filed in Spain Application number U202332320 Priority date 29 December 2023 Inventors De-Yi Wang, Xiang Ao Applicant IMDEA Materials Institute Transfer opportunity License of
Facilitating polymer property prediction with machine learning and group interaction modelling methods
Assessment of slip transfer criteria for prismatic-to-prismatic slip in pure Ti from 3D grain boundary data
Flame retardancy and fire mechanical properties for natural fiber/polymer composite: A review
Microarchitected Compliant Scaffolds of Pyrolytic Carbon for 3D Muscle Cell Growth
Sofía Fernández León
An imaginative proposal to recycle the world’s electronic waste – The Conversation Spain
José Manuel Torralba, IMDEA MATERIALES; Alberto Meza, IMDEA and Damien Tourret, IMDEA Although the amounts of precious metals like gold in electronic waste are very small (on the order of 300 grams per ton), obtaining a kilogram of gold still only requires between three and four tons of
Machine learning framework to predict instantaneous heat release rate of polymer nanocomposites in cone calorimetry
Wei Tang
Giovanni Ortiz Pérez
Bilayer coating strategy for glass fiber reinforced polymer composites toward superior fire safety and post-fire mechanical properties
FYA of Jorge Redondo, entitled “Effect of Elastic Strains on The Activity of Catalysts for the Hydrogen Economy” on December 19, at 11:30 am in the Seminar Room.
Abstract: The current hydrogen economy is in a phase marked by the low rate and efficiency of the hydrogenproduction from water and the energy generation by hydrogen oxidation into water. This first yearassessment explores the possibility of exploiting the change of electronical configuration due
Acoustic real second-order nodal-loop semimetal and non-Hermitian modulation
Seminar of Prof. Mohammed Zikry, from the University of North Carolina, entitled “Microstructural Induced Failure Modes in Crystalline Materials”. Next December 15th, 2023.
Abstract The Interrelated aspects of thermo-mechanical behavior with a specific focus on microstructural characteristics and defects, such as partial and total dislocations densities and grain-boundaries (GBs) that span the nano to the micro, and how these characteristics affect failure modes,
CNTs monitoring sensors for resin infusion optimization
IMDEA Materials seeks to resolve a major recycling problem in the aeronautical industry – Actualidad Aeroespacial
The portal for Aeronautics and Space professionals, Actualidad Aeroespacial, has highlighted HipPEEK, the new research project of the IMDEA Materials Institute, led by Dr. Lucía Doyle. You can read the original article on the Actualidad Aeroespacial website by following the link below (original
(3D-METJET) NEW GENERATION OF PARTS FOR SUSTAINABLE MASS PRODUCTION BY 3D-METAL JET WITH IMPROVED QUALITY AND RELIABLE MANUFACTURING PROCESS
Project details Funding: Public-Private Partnership 2022. Project coordinator: HP Printing and Computing Solutions S.L.U. Project period: 01/12/2023 – 30/11/2026 IMDEA Materials' researchers Dr. José Manuel Torralba Dr. Federico Sket Abstract Today's society demands clean manufacturing
Charting a course to greener skies: IMDEA Materials Institute looks to tackle the aeronautical industry’s big recycling dilemma
In recent years, manufacturers have increasingly turned to lightweight plastic or fibre-reinforced plastic polymers to replace traditional metal components. This is particularly the case in the aerospace industry, where studies have shown that at least 30-40% of modern airframes are now
Using multicomponent recycled electronic waste alloys to produce high entropy alloys
Control of microbial agents by functionalization of commercial air filters with metal oxide particles
Resistance spot welding of QP stainless steels: role of heat treatment and microstructure on joint strength
Robotically automated 3D printing and testing of thermoplastic material specimens
Floatech, the disruptive Madrid-based startup, to build pilot plant for the production of its next-generation silicon anodes.
Floatech, the Madrid-based startup and spin-off of IMDEA Materials Institute, has secured investor backing to establish a pilot plant for the production of 100% silicon anodes intended for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). The funding will enable Floatech to construct an advanced pilot plant in the
PLA aerogel as a universal support for the typical organic phase change energy storage materials
25 years of experiments in the International Space Station – RTVE
IMDEA Materials Institute researcher, Dr. Jesús Ordoño, has been interviewed on the nature of scientific experiments being carried out in space, marking the 25th anniversary of the International Space Station (ISS). The interview was recorded during the programme Longitud de Onda, on the Radio
Seminar of Prof. Jesús Pérez-Gil from the Complutense University of Madrid (UCM), entitled “Molecular Biophysics of Biomaterials at the Respiratory Surface, in Health and Disease”. November 28th, at 11:00 am in the Seminar Room.
Abstract: Abstract: The delicate alveolar structure of the mammalian lungs is stabilized against forces tending to its collapse, thanks to the coating of a complex lipid-protein network assembled by the pulmonary surfactant system. This material, assembled and secreted by type II pneumocytes,
Seminar of Camila Aguiar Teixeira, from Karlsruher Institute of Technology (KIT) Germany, entitled “Measuring twinning stress of CoCrFeNiMn high entropy alloy by in situ micromechanical testing”. Next November 29th, 2023, at 4:30 pm.
Abstract: The equiatomic CoCrFeMnNi high entropy alloy (HEA) and its derivatives have attracted attention fromscientific community due to their mechanical properties, also at cryogenic conditions. Extensivemechanical twinning is mainly responsible for their outstanding mechanical response under
IMDEA Materials highlights the synergy between research and innovation during Science and Innovation Week
Last Friday, Dr. Jon Molina, Deputy Director of IMDEA Materials Institute, participated in a roundtable discussion on "Research and Innovation, an Essential Pair, a Global Challenge" as part of the Science and Innovation Week. The talk, which involved representatives from the 7 IMDEA Institutes,
FYA of Saumya Sadanand, entitled “Selective laser melting of fe-sbased bulk metallic glasses for energy applications” on November 29, at 12:00 am in the Seminar Room.
Abstract: The on-going energy crisis demands extensive research into new alternatives for enhancing the energy efficiency in electric motors. As a probable solution to this, soft magnetic materials (SMM) portray excellent properties with high saturation magnetisation (JS) and low coercivity
The Role of Manufacturing Techniques in Reciprocating Wear of Carbide-Reinforced Ni-Co-Cr-Mo-Cu Alloys
FYA of Burcu Ozdemir, entitled “Developing Multi-Functional Nanocomposites: A Data-Driven Exploration of Composition, Processing Parameters, and Property Optimization” November 24, at 12:00 am in the Seminar Room.
Abstract: Modern technology demands the development of strong and flame-resistant multifunctional thermoplastic-based nanocomposites that are also compatible with three-dimensional (3D) printing, as this method has become a standard production process in essential industries. This study tackles
The Most Impressive Experiments Conducted on the International Space Station – The Conversation España
Jesús Ordoño Fernández, IMDEA MATERIALES It has been 25 years since the launch of the first module of the International Space Station (ISS) into space. Over the past two decades of research, applications developed in space have expanded to numerous fields, including energy, materials,
IMDEA Materials Institute opens its doors to celebrate Science Week with the researchers of the future
During Science Week 2023, IMDEA Materials Institute opened its doors for two visits from students in the Community of Madrid, one from Retamar School and another from the European University of Madrid. School visits play a fundamental role in the mission of IMDEA Materials, which aims to inspire
The UC3M and IMDEA Materials present a new testing method for 3D-printed metal structures – 3Printr.com
The website 3Printr.com has reported on the development of a new experimental technique for fragmentation testing to assess the energy absorption capacity against impact of metal structures manufactured through 3D printing. This research has been carried out by researchers from the Universidad
Ana Inés de Isidro Gómez
Yabin Hu
Biaobiao Yang
Ultrasensitive flexible strain sensors based on graphene nanoplatelets doped poly(ethylene glycol) diglycidyl ether: Mask breathing monitoring for the Internet of Things
New experimental technique developed to analyse the protection of 3D printed metal structures
Scientists from the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M) and IMDEA Materials Institute have developed a new experimental technique in fragmentation tests to evaluate the energy absorption capacity in the event of impact of metallic structures manufactured using 3D printing. This technique,
The fire risk that turns nightclubs and homes into deadly traps: how to avoid it without replacing highly flammable materials?
Ted Pendergast / Shutterstock De-Yi Wang, IMDEA MATERIALES Fires in nightclubs in Spain have caused at least 162 deaths in the past 45 years. In the latest incident, recorded in Murcia, 13 young people lost their lives. Another tragic night occurred in 1983 at the Alcalá 20 nightclub in
Biological response of degradation products of PEO-modified magnesium on vascular tissue cells, hemocompatibility and its influence on the inflammatory response
Dynamic strain aging in Inconel718 additively manufactured lattices
Highly thermal conductive Boron Nitride/Polyrotaxane encapsulated PEG-based phase change materials
How IMDEA Materials is exploring novel materials for carbon capture and hydrogen storage technology
A new class of materials could prove significant in more efficient carbon capture technology, drug delivery and even as a gateway to the hydrogen economy. Metal Organic Frameworks, or MOFs, have been studied for more than three decades. Yet their industrial applicability is still being fully
Raúl De Armas Rodríguez
Radouan Bouallala
New members of the IMDEA Materials Institute team – October, 2023
Every month, we welcome new members of the IMDEA Materials team. Here, you can find a short profile of our most recent additions, including their upcoming role with IMDEA Materials and their educational and professional background. My name is Juan Guillermo Santos Macías. I am from Spain. I
What is the most used material in the world and the least researched?
José Manuel Torralba, IMDEA MATERIALES We live in a world of steel. It's so common that we use it as a metaphor for everyday life. Some people have nerves of steel, and the biceps of many muscular young individuals are made of ship steel. What is not a metaphor is that steel is everywhere we
Bio-based chitosan-based film as a bifunctional fire-warning and humidity sensor
Gabriel Zarzoso
DELIGHTED participates in the International Workshop High Strength Steels – HSS 23
The DELIGHTED consortium members played a significant role in organizing the International Workshop “High Strength Steels – HSS 23” under the umbrella of Associazione Italiana di Metallurgia, which was chaired by Ettore Anelli. DELIGHTED consortium members, including Silvia Barella, Carlo
IMDEA Materials Institute researchers maintain their position among world’s best scientists
For the second year running, 10 IMDEA Materials Institute researchers have been included in Stanford University's annual lists of the world's top scientists. The result reinforces the Institute's reputation as a centre for excellence, with the Stanford ranking based on the records of more than 8
Constructing Co-decorated layered double hydroxide via interfacial assembly and its application in flame-retardant epoxy resin
FYA of Gabriel Zarzoso, entitled “FFT implementation of a microscopic chemo-mechanical model for damage in lithium batteries”. October 27, at 12:00 am in the Seminar Room.
Abstract Modeling the damage and fracture of materials has been a recurrent topic in solid mechanics and materials engineering in the last century. In the present there is a strong interest to extend these studies to model complex multiphysical problems including explicitly the effect of the
Get to know a BIOMET4D researcher with…Dr. Muzi Li from IMDEA Materials Institute
The incredible work being done as part of the BIOMET4D project to create next-generation 4D biodegradable implants for tissue regeneration wouldn’t be possible without our team of amazing researchers. Get to know our team through our interview series. In this edition, we talk to Dr. Muzi from
Synchrotron Study Unveils Secrets of K-Carbides in Advanced Steel Alloys
DELIGHTED researchers successfully conducted in situ synchrotron X-ray diffraction studies on a steel grade developed within the project framework at the P21.2 beamline of PETRA III at DESY (Hamburg, Germany) earlier this month (October 2 to 4), 2023. The team included the leading expert in in
Fabrication of organic P-N aerogel towards simultaneously super thermal insulation, enhanced compressive strength, flame retardancy and smoke suppression for the rigid polyurethane foam
Designing of an rGO-based heterostructure for highly efficient microwave absorption performance and flame retardancy
Effect of Li-doping on the optoelectronic properties and stability of tin(II) oxide (SnO) nanostructures
First-Year Results Unveiled in BIOMET4D’s first Stakeholder Board Meeting
On October 6, BIOMET4D held the first meeting of its Stakeholder Advisory Board (SAB) in which board members were updated on the project's current status and its progress over the past year. All of the SAB members were present for the meeting, including Ana María Zambrano López from APERTCRAS,
Madrid hosts AAMS2023: one of Europe’s leading forums in the field of metal additive manufacturing
• IMDEA Materials Institute has organised the largest edition to date of the Symposium on Alloys for Additive Manufacturing (AAMS), one of the most prestigious conferences in its field in Europe. • Experts in metal 3D printing from countries such as the United States, Japan and Australia joined
Seminar of Prof. K. Jimmy Hsia, from Nanyang Technological University (Singapore), entitled “Overcoming the adhesion paradox with shape memory polymers”. Next October 23rd, 2023.
Abstract: Animals such as geckos can climb vertical walls or even move about upside down on ceilings. Such locomotion requires strong and ubiquitous adhesion between their feet and various surfaces, yet easy detachment when needed. However, current smart adhesives made of elastomers suffer from
Jorge Cabrejas Marina
Dr. Vanesa Martínez
Position: Laboratory Coordinator Ph.D. Materials Science and Engineering: Carlos III University of Madrid. MEng: Universidad de Valencia. Spain Address: IMDEA Materials, C/ Eric Kandel, 2, Tecnogetafe, 28906 Getafe, Madrid - Spain E-mail: vanesa.martinez@imdea.org
Sergio de las Heras Morató
María Teresa Nieto Valeiras
FYA of Elena Sánchez entitled “Mechanistic Study of Electrochemical Si-Li Alloy Reaction for Solid-State Battery Application”. October 6, at 12:00 am in the Seminar Room.
Abstract: The active materials used in current LIBs fall short in energetic terms due to their limited uptake of Li, so further development of these materials is needed. In contrast to the insertion materials usually used in the LIBs, alloy materials are not restricted by the sites in the host
FYA de Miguel Hernández titulado: “Development of an autonomous laboratory for the preparation and characterization of nanocomposite materials”. El día 4 de octubre, a las 12:00 hr, en la sala de Seminarios.
Resumen: Nanocomposite materials based on a polymer matrix and nanomaterials (as Graphene Nanoplateletes, 2D clays or Metal Organic Frameworks) acting as additives are an exciting type of materials that bring the opportunity to create plastics with better properties (mechanical, thermal,
Suppressed transformation of compression twins to double twins in Mg by activation of a non-basal slip
PhD Defense of Joaquín Fernández, entitled “Advanced deep Learning technologies for the smart manufacturing of structural composites” – October 4th, 2023
The PhD defence will take place in the “Salon de Grados” of the Montegancedo Campus (Boadilla) where the Facultad de Informática is based (ETSI). The dissertation is entitled «Advanced deep Learning technologies for the smart manufacturing of structural composites». It was advised
New members of the IMDEA Materials Institute team – September, 2023
Every month, we welcome new members of the IMDEA Materials team. Here, you can find a short profile of our most recent additions, including their upcoming role with IMDEA Materials and their educational and professional background. My name is Monsur Islam, and I am from India. I received my PhD
Seminar of Prof. Nik Chawla (from Purdue University), entitled “Unraveling the Construction of Honeycomb in the Apis mellifera Using Time-Resolved X-ray Microscopy (XRM)”– next October 11th, 2023.
Abstract: Honeycomb has fascinated humans for millennia. It is a naturally engineered structure that serves as storage for the bees, a place for the queen to lay eggs, rear their brood, among a multitude of additional functions. Even though honeycomb construction has been studied, results have
Scaling laws for two-dimensional dendritic crystal growth in a narrow channel
A Methodology to Automatically Segment 3D Ultrasonic Data Using X-ray Computed Tomography and a Convolutional Neural Network
Compressive Flow Behavior and Microstructural Evolution of Friction Stir Processed A356-5% B4C Composite
Seminar of Prof. Samuel Hemery, from Institut P prime, ISAE-ENSMA, Université de Poitiers (France), entitled “New insights into the relationships between microstructure and mechanical properties in Ti alloys”. Next October 19th, 2023.
Abstract Titanium alloys are widely employed in aerospace applications owing to superior properties such as a high specific strength and a good corrosion resistance. In particular, the variety of dual phase microstructures obtained through different thermo-mechanical processing routes enables
Highly efficient metal-organic framework based intumescent poly(L-lactic acid) towards fire safety, ignition delay and UV resistance
Process-structure-property modeling for postbuild heat treatment of powder bed fusion Ti-6Al-4V
(METACALATED) METAMATERIAL FIBRES OF INTERCALATED BUNDLES
Project details Funding: European Office of Aerospace Research and DevelopmentProject coordinator: IMDEA MaterialsProject period: 30/09/2023 – 29/09/2026 IMDEA Materials' researchers Dr. Juan José Vilatela and Dr. Johan Christensen Abstract Intercalation compounds are inorganic
AID4GREENEST kicks off: IMDEA Materials Institute set to play key role in the next generation of sustainable steel production
Enhanced material quality, the reduction of carbon emissions and waste generation, and reduced risks to the supply of critical raw materials. These are the three principal objectives of a new international research initiative involving 10 partners from four European countries in which IMDEA
Characterization of the interface in a fiber-reinforced polymer composite using a novel single-fiber microcantilever test
IMDEA Materials Institute’s Scientific Director receives national prize from the Ministry of Science and Innovation – CadenaSER
CadenaSER has highlighted the awarding of a National Prize in Engineering and Architecture to IMDEA Materials' Scientific Director, Prof. Javier LLorca on behalf of the Spanish Ministry for Science and Innovation. You can read the original article, here:
Seminar of Prof. Christophe Binetruy, from Nantes Université (France), entitled “Complex flow phenomea in composite processing: experimental evidence and modeling”. Next October 5th, 2023.
Abstract Functional and structural parts, made so far with metals, have been progressively reengineeredby replacing metallic materials by discontinuous fibre reinforced polymers and continuous fibrereinforced composites. Polymer composites are usually divided into two groups, advanced (orhigh
“The possibility of seeing what no one has seen before in what everyone has already looked at”: Prof. Javier LLorca is awarded the National Research Prize in Engineering and Architecture
The possibility of seeing what no one has seen before in what everyone has already looked at. That is a large part of what drives Prof. Javier LLorca to continue his pioneering work after nearly four decades among the best in Spanish science and research. Scientific Director of IMDEA Materials
FYA of Nabil Abomailek entitled “From aerosols to aerogels: A study on aggregation and gelation of floating 1D nanoparticles”. – September 29, 2023.
Abstract: Floating Catalyst Chemical Vapor Deposition (FCCVD) is a method for the synthesis of 1D nanoparticles, i.e., nanotubes and nanowires, in the aerosol phase. Specifically, 1-D nanoparticles grow on the surface of spherical catalyst nanoparticles while floating through a gas reactor. An
Bayesian inference of high-dimensional finite-strain visco-elastic-visco-plastic model parameters for additive manufactured polymers and neural network based material parameters generator
Mechanical Interlocking to Unlock the Reinforcing Potential of Carbon Nanotubes
The DITTCe project: how IMDEA Materials Institute has joined the fight against cancer
Tomorrow, September 24th, World Cancer Research Day is celebrated. To commemorate this important day, IMDEA Materials Institute speaks with Dr. Mónica Echeverry, principal investigator of the DITTCe project. This project, led by the Technical University of Madrid (UPM), aims to develop an
Do we have enough materials for the energy transition to be truly possible?
José Manuel Torralba, IMDEA MATERIALS y Miguel Ángel Rodiel, IMDEA Replacing fossil fuels brings with it challenges and side effects that must be considered by all parties involved in Europe's energy transition, vital to our future. To begin with, however, we must ask one seemingly obvious, but
DELIGHTED project’s latest results presented
The DELIGHTED consortium continues to disseminate the project results. Andrea Gómez Fernandez from IMDEA Materiales gave a talk about the effect of aging on microstructure and mechanical properties of Fe-30Mn-9Al-1C steel on macro- and microscales at EUROMAT 2023 Congress in Frankfurt am Main,
Seminar of Dr. Federico Bosio, from the Technology Innovation Institute (Abu Dhabi), “State-of-the-art of additive manufacturing research activities at Technology Innovation Institute and recent advances in developing the next-generation alloys for Powder Bed Fusion – Laser Beam”. September 25th, at noon, in the Seminar Room.
Abstract:Powder Bed Fusion – Laser Beam (PBF-LB) paved the way for developing the next-generation alloys achieving unique properties that could not be guaranteed with the traditional manufacturing routes. The conventional metal alloys utilised for cast and wrought processes did not take full
Microstructural and mechanical properties at the submicrometric length scale under service-like working conditions on ground WC-Co grades
IMDEA investigates how to use artificial intelligence to produce steel more efficiently – Acermetal
A number of media outlets, including trade publication Acermetal, have highlighted IMDEA Materials' role in the European AID4GREENEST project. You can read the original publication at acermetal.es at the link below.
IMDEA Materials Institute to be centre stage at this year’s European Researchers’ Night
IMDEA Materials Institute postdoctoral researcher, Dr. María de Nicolás Morillas, will be one of seven IMDEA investigadors participating in this year's European Researchers' Night Madrid. Dr. de Nicolás is currently researching high entropy alloys (HEAs) for hydrogren storage as well as advanced
Exploring the effect of complex hierarchic microstructure of quenched and partitioned martensitic stainless steels on their high cycle fatigue behaviour
Seminar of Prof. Ameya Rege, from German Aerospace Center (Germany) & Keele University (UK), “Computational description of aerogels”. September 25th, at 11:00 am in the Seminar Room.
Abstract: Reconstructing the morphology of aerogels presents significant challenges if 3D visualizations of their mesoporous nanostructure are desired. Available microscopic and tomographic tools find it difficult to probe into all types of aerogels for the purposes of reconstructing their 3D
Seminar of Prof. Humberto Terrones, Visiting Researcher of IMDEA Materials, “The Amazing world of 2D Materials”. September 19th, at noon in the Seminar Room.
Abstract: We all are very familiar with graphene and carbon nanotubes and their extraordinary electronic and mechanical properties. Both materials are composed of sp2 carbon atoms; their structures look very similar locally but exhibit different properties due to the way their atoms are arranged
A strategy to tailor the mechanical and degradation properties of PCL-PEG-PCL based copolymers for biomedical application
Influence of Preheating Temperature on the Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of 6061/TA1 Composite Plates Fabricated by AFSD
Eco-friendly functional cellulose paper as a fire alarming via wireless warning transmission for indoor fireproofing
Ángela de la Camacha
FYA of Jingyi Zhang, entitled “Carbon Allotropes Inspired Acoustic and Mechanical Metamaterials” – September 22, 2023.
Abstract: Systems with broken continuous symmetry in ideal lattices cannot be rectified through rearrangement or deformation. Topological metamaterials featuring nontrivial, artificially induced phase transitions have emerged as pivotal constituents for engineering these topological defects,
PhD Defense of Akshya Kumar Pandey, entitled “Development of Ti-Fe-based powders for laser additive manufacturing of ultrafine lamellar eutectics” – September 14th, 2023
The PhD Defense will take place at 10:30 am, in the Aula de Grados (Padre Soler), of the University Carlos III of Madrid in Leganes. The dissertation is entitled “Development of Ti-Fe-based powders for laser additive manufacturing of ultrafine lamellar eutectics”. It was advised by Dr. Federico
PhD Defense of Sergi Bafaluy, entitled “Binder Jetting: A Microstructural Perspective” – September 22nd, 2023
The PhD Defense will take place at 11:30 am, in the Concepción Arenal Building, room 14.0.11, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid - Getafe Campus.The defense will have a public part and a confidential part. The dissertation is entitled “Binder Jetting: A Microstructural Perspective”. It was
Dr. Juan Pedro Fernández
Position: Research Associate PhD: Complutense University of Madrid, Spain Research: Multifunctional Nanocomposites Address: IMDEA Materials, C/ Eric Kandel, 2, Tecnogetafe, 28906 Getafe Madrid - Spain E-mail: juanpedro.fernandez@imdea.org Phone: +34 674 178 904 Fax: +34 91 550 30 04 Short
Dr. Miguel Monclús
Position: Research Associate PhD: Ingeniería Electrónica, Dublin City University, Ireland Research: Micro- and Nano-Mechanics Address: IMDEA Materials, C/ Eric Kandel, 2, Tecnogetafe, 28906 Getafe, Madrid - Spain E-mail: miguel.monclus@imdea.org Phone: +34 91 549 34 22 Fax: +34 91 550 30
Dr. Anastasiia Mikhalchan
Dr. Juan Guillermo Santos Macías
PhD Defense of Keayvan Keramati, entitled “Development and Experimental Correlation of Machine Learning Models for Diagnosis of Processing Disturbances in Liquid Molding of Structural Composites” – September 15th, 2023
The PhD defence will take place at noon, in the “sala Verde” 3.S01.08 of the E. T. S. de Ingenieros de Caminos, Ciudad Universitaria, Madrid. The dissertation is entitled « Development and Experimental Correlation of Machine Learning Models for Diagnosis of Processing Disturbances in Liquid
Dr. René Pernas
Dr. Raquel Sánchez Díaz
Dr. Mohammad Jalili
Dr. Eduardo Roque
Dr. Jingran Liu
Marta María Hidalgo
Dr. Zahid Ali Zafar
Dr. JoAnn Ballor
Dr. Monsur Islam
Dr. Lucía Doyle
(MALIBU) MATERIALS LIBRARIES IN THE BULK FORM FOR ACCELERATED MATERIAL DISCOVERY AND DEVELOPMENT
Project details Funding: U.S. Army Contracting CommandProject coordinator: IMDEA MaterialsProject period: 08/09/2023 – 7/09/2026 IMDEA Materials' researchers Dr. Srdjan Milenkovic Abstract Metal industry is one of the largest sectors worldwide. In order to maintain its
Connecting beams and continua: variational basis and mathematical analysis
The 5 EU missions seen by IMDEA researchers (II) at the European Night of Researchers in Madrid 2023
On Friday, September 29, in the auditorium of the Madrid Student Residence, researchers from the IMDEA Institutes will tell us what lines of research and what specific projects are being developed in their centers, directly linked to one of the five missions of the EU, whose common goal is to
Triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) enhanced air filtering and face masks: Recent advances
Fabrication of intrinsic flame-retarding rigid polyurethane foam with enhanced compressive strength and good thermal insulation
Meet IMDEA Materials Institute Research Initiation Fellow Ángela Montanero Lancharro
Each year, IMDEA Materials Institute offers three-month Research Initiation Fellowships, or Summer Scholarships, to final year master’s and undergraduate students studying courses related to engineering and materials science. Today, we’re getting to know one of this year’s fellows, Ángela Montanero
Efficiency and accuracy of GPU-parallelized Fourier spectral methods for solving phase-field models
Fabrication of layered double hydroxide@ferric decorated polyphosphazene hybrid architecture towards simultaneously improved fire safety, smoke suppression and mechanical strength of epoxy resin
Structuring thermal transport in pristine graphene with h-BN nanorings
(AID4GREENEST) AI POWERED CHARACTERIZATION AND MODELLING FOR GREEN STEEL TECHNOLOGY
Project details Funding: HORIZON-CL4-2022-RESILIENCE-01 (Project No 101091912) Project coordinator: IMDEA Materials Project period: 01/09/2023 – 31/08/2026 IMDEA Materials' researchers Dr. Ilchat Sabirov Dr. Ignacio Romero Dra. Christina Schenk The project Abstract The
(3D-CARBON) 3D PRINTING OF PYROLYTIC AND GRAPHITIC CARBON
Project details Funding: MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2022. HORIZON-MSCA-2022-PF-01 Project coordinator: IMDEA Materials Project period: 01/09/2023 – 31/08/2025 IMDEA Materials' researchers Supervisor: Dr. De-Yi Wang Fellow: Monsur Islam Abstract 3D printing of carbon materials has
(HIPPEEK) HIERARCHICAL POROUS PEEK VIA COMBINED PHYSICAL FOAMING AND ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING: BRINGING CIRCULARITY TO ADVANCED ENGINEERING MATERIALS
Project details Funding: MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2022. HORIZON-MSCA-2022-PF-01Project coordinator: IMDEA Materials Project period: 01/09/2023 – 31/08/2025 IMDEA Materials' researchers Supervisor: Dr. Carlos Daniel González MartínezFellow: Lucía Doyle Abstract A number of
(BIOFUN3D) THE INTRODUCTION OF GEOMETRICAL GRADIENTS IN ZN BASED SCAFFOLDS BY POWDER BED LASER FUSION
Project details Funding: Ministerio de Ciencia, Innovación y Universidades - Agencia Estatal de Investigación (AEI) Project coordinator: Universidad Politécnica de Madrid Project period: 01/09/2023 – 31/08/2026 IMDEA Materials' researchers Dr. Federico Sket Abstract Biodegradable metallic
Dendritic copolymers from P-, N- and Si-based monomer and melamine phosphate generate thermal deformation toughening and a rapid charring flame retardant effect in polypropylene
Driving the future: A Year of Success for the ‘I Investigate’ program at IMDEA Materials Institute
With the arrival of September, IMDEA Materials is bidding farewell to many of the young researchers and support staff who have joined the Institute in the last 12 months as part of the 'I Investigate Programme'. The I Investigate Programme, managed by the Community of Madrid, is funded through
A Scholar’s Scientific and Culinary Odyssey through the Land of Legendary Swordsmiths and Computer-Generated Crystals
BIOMET4D Poster Gallery
Here you can view the scientific posters which have been prepared related to BIOMET4D over the course of the project. Electrospun PLGA/PCL skin-like membranes for in vitro skin expansion testing of 4D-printed shape-shifting metallic devices Utilizing 3D
IMDEA Materials researching how to create heart tissue to improve recovery for heart attack patients – El Mundo
Spanish newspaper El Mundo has highlighted IMDEA Materials Insitute's role in the CARDIOBOOST-CM project to find new ways to generate heart tissue and assist in the recovery of heart attack sufferers. You can read the article (content in Spanish), at the El Mundo website,
Meet IMDEA Materials Institute Research Initiation Fellow Enrique Dios Lázaro
Each year, IMDEA Materials Institute offers three-month Research Initiation Fellowships, or Summer Scholarships, to final year master’s and undergraduate students studying courses related to engineering and materials science. Today, we’re getting to know one of this year’s fellows, Enrique Dios
Madrid studies the creation of stronger and more affordable bone implants – La Vanguardia
Spanish newspaper La Vanguardia has cast a spotlight on the efforts of IMDEA Materials researcher Dr. Adrián Boccardo to develop new computational tools to assist in the design and development of improved bone implants. You can read the article (content in Spanish), here:
Exploring the impact of configurational entropy on the design and development of CoNi-based superalloys for sustainable applications
Graphene Functionalization of Polyrotaxane-Encapsulated PEG-Based PCMs: Fabrication and Applications
IMDEA Materials researchers showcase BIOMET4D at Biometal 2023
IMDEA Materials and BIOMET4D researchers Blanca Limones and Muzi Li have this week been taking part in the 15th International Symposium on Biodegradable Metals, Biometal 2023.The conference, being held in Cetraro, Italy, has featured a number of sessions, round tables and
BIOMET4D researcher an invited speaker at 11th annual Ain-Shams University International Conference
BIOMET4D researcher Dr. Nourhan Hassan from the University Hospital Cologne (UCC) has presented the BIOMET4D project at the Biotechnology session of the 11th Annual Ain Shams University International Conference through a lecture entitled "Biotechnology: from Radio-oncology to Tissue
Interlocking Matrix and Filler for Enhanced Individualization and Reinforcement in Polymer-Single-Walled Carbon Nanotube Composites
Meet IMDEA Materials Institute Research Initiation Fellow María Fernández Melero
Each year, IMDEA Materials Institute offers three-month Research Initiation Fellowships, or Summer Scholarships, to final year master’s and undergraduate students studying courses related to engineering and materials science. Today, we’re getting to know one of this year’s fellows, María Fernández