I am a Colombian materials engineer passionate about research and development of innovative solutions through materials science. Currently, I am an associate professor at the University of Medellin, where I am part of a research group dedicated to explore new frontiers in materials for energy and environmental applications. My main motivation lies in the search for materials that contribute to a more sustainable future. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to delve into areas such as hydrogen storage, corrosion and surface protection, metal matrix composites and advanced manufacturing processes. This exploration has materialized in more than 30 publications in international journals and in my active participation in congresses and conferences. I have been honored with several awards, such as the Luis Lopez de Mesa Outstanding Researcher Award from my university in 2024, which encourages me to continue contributing to the advancement of materials engineering and to train new generations of researchers in Colombia.