Elvira Tornero Gasca joins 2D Foundry group

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She is from Guadalajara, Spain, and she studied Physics at the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM). Now, Elvira Tornero Gasca is a new member of the 2D Foundry group at the Material Science Institute of Madrid (ICMM-CSIC) as a PhD researcher. 

What have you worked on so far? 

I graduated in Physics bachelor at UAM (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid). During my final degree project I worked in STM characterization of fundamental aspects of superconductor materials. Then I completed my master's studies about renewable energy at UAM (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid), where I studied thermal conduction for its application in energy efficiency

What will you work on? With whom?

My current research interest include micro- and nano-scale heat transport and thermal measurements of 2D materials with a frequency domain thermoreflectance system (FDTR). I'm going to be working with Miguel Muñoz Rojo.

Why did you choose ICMM?

I chose the ICMM because is a very cutting edge investigating centre with a lot of important and very talented researchers and scientists, which gives me a great opportunity for starting my science career.

And a personal touch: any hobbies? What would you like to contribute to the institute?

I would say that my main hobbies are cooking which helps me de-stress after a long day and fencing which I've been doing since I was 11 years old. I hope to contribute by bringing in new and fresh ideas.