Paz Vaqueiro
About Paz Vaqueiro
Paz Vaqueiro is an Associate Professor in Materials Chemistry at the University of Reading and serves as an Associate Editor for ACS Applied Electronic Materials. His research focuses on the synthesis and characterization of non-oxide materials, with interests in thermoelectric power generation and gas storage applications.
Work at American Chemical Society
Paz Vaqueiro serves as an Associate Editor for ACS Applied Electronic Materials at the American Chemical Society. In this role, Vaqueiro is responsible for overseeing the peer review process and ensuring the quality of published research in the field of electronic materials. This position has been held since 2021, contributing to the dissemination of significant findings in materials chemistry.
Current Position at University of Reading
Since 2016, Paz Vaqueiro has been an Associate Professor in Materials Chemistry at the University of Reading. In this capacity, Vaqueiro teaches and conducts research focused on the synthesis and structural characterization of non-oxide materials. The role includes collaboration with other departments to enhance the understanding and application of materials in various fields.
Education and Expertise
Paz Vaqueiro completed a Licenciado in Chemistry at Universidad de Santiago de Compostela from 1987 to 1992. Following this, Vaqueiro earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemistry from the same institution between 1992 and 1997. Vaqueiro's expertise includes investigating the electronic properties of solid-state materials, particularly in relation to energy applications.
Previous Academic Positions
Prior to the current role at the University of Reading, Paz Vaqueiro worked as a Lecturer at the same institution from 2013 to 2016. Vaqueiro also held a Lecturer position at Heriot-Watt University from 2008 to 2013. Additionally, Vaqueiro was an EPSRC Advanced Research Fellow at Heriot-Watt University from 2004 to 2008, focusing on advanced research in materials chemistry.
Research Interests and Collaborations
Paz Vaqueiro's research interests encompass materials for thermoelectric power generation and the development of porous materials for gas storage, separation, and sensing. Vaqueiro collaborates with physics and engineering departments to explore the properties and real-world applications of these materials, enhancing the interdisciplinary approach to materials research.