Yolanda Castro
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Yolanda Castro is a materials scientist specializing in sol-gel coatings and surface engineering for corrosion protection. Her research focuses on the development of environmentally friendly pre-treatments for aluminium alloys, particularly through the design of ZrO₂-based and hybrid organic–inorganic coatings. Her most-cited work, "Development and industrial scale-up of ZrO₂ coatings and hybrid organic–inorganic coatings used as pre-treatments before painting aluminium alloys" (2011, 43 citations), represents a significant contribution to the field by bridging laboratory innovation with industrial application. This study demonstrates the successful scale-up of coating technologies that replace traditional chromate-based treatments, offering improved adhesion and corrosion resistance while reducing environmental impact. Castro’s work is notable for its practical relevance, addressing real-world manufacturing challenges in the aerospace and automotive industries. Her achievements highlight the importance of translating fundamental materials chemistry into scalable, sustainable solutions, making her a key figure in advancing eco-friendly surface protection technologies.
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