Elena Caulín, new PhD researcher at SUPREMA group

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Elena Caulín Rodenas comes from Madrid and has very recently joined the Supramolecular, Polymeric, and Reticular Materials (SUPREMA) group as a PhD researcher. After meeting her, we found some interesting personal details on her: she plays the guitar and one of her aims is to bring enthusiasm, new ideas, and a positive mindset to the group.

What have you worked on so far?
So far, I have worked on the synthesis and characterization of several types of organic extended materials, with the aim of studying their photocatalytic activity.

What will you work on? With whom?
I will be working with Eva Maya and Berta Gómez-Lor on a European project, focusing on the design and synthesis of new bio-based polymers from biomass, with the aim of developing functional materials for sustainable applications.

Why ICMM?
ICMM is a leading institute in material science, with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation. It is the ideal place for me to develop my PhD and contribute to environmentally responsible research.

And a personal touch: any hobbies? What would you like to contribute to the institute?
In my free time I enjoy playing the guitar, hiking and traveling the world. At the institute, I would like to bring enthusiasm, new ideas and a positive mindset to the group.