Sarret Pons, Maria | IQTC - The Institute of Theoretical and Computational Chemistry of the Universitat de Barcelona

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  The Institute of Theoretical and Computational Chemistry of the Universitat de Barcelona (IQTCUB) is integrated by more than 60 researchers, experts in several fields of the Theoretical and Computational Chemistry. The research activity carried out at the IQTCUB covers methods and computational tools development, application of several techniques of electronic structures and simulation to problems in materials science, the study of reactivity and reaction dynamics in chemical reactions as well as of biological systems and soft-matter. The main goal is to generate synergies between researchers encouraging the interdisciplinary activities that allow to tackle new challenges. Another important goal is to share expertise in handling the computational resources, which are the main tools in this type of research. See the IQTCUB director’s welcome. For a more detailed information see the 2017 IQTCUB Scientific Activity Report and the XRQTC disseminating video.
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  The Institute of Theoretical and Computational Chemistry of the Universitat de Barcelona (IQTCUB) was created by the university Government Board on 27th November 2007 involving professors and researchers of different departments of the Faculties of Chemistry and Physics of the Universitat de Barcelona. Nowadays, also some groups of the Faculty of Pharmacy belong to the Institute. The common theme of the research projects conducted at the Institute is the use of methods that are rooted in quantum chemistry, recently it is also open to experimental groups of our Departments with deep collaborations with those focusing on computational chemistry. This should help to increase the multidisciplinary character of our research. Although traditionally the research at IQTCUB is mainly focused on chemistry, it is different from one would expect of a traditional chemist. Indeed, the common tools employed by the researchers at IQTCUB do not belong to a typical laboratory, but to a virtual computational “laboratory”. This “laboratory” is usually a gateway to our computational resources or to the supercomputing centers with even larger computacional facilities. The main goal of theoretical and computational chemistry is to achieve a detailed understanding of chemical and physical processes in order to assist in the interpretation…
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  You are welcome to see this video elaborated by XRQTC.This is a project done with the support of Direccio General de Recerca de la Generalitat de Catalunya through AGAUR. Authors: Xavier Gimenez (UB), Lourdes Vega (Matgas), Jean Didier Marechal (UAB).
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Sarret Pons, Maria

Full Professor

Research Area:
Catalysis, energy and environment

Dr. Maria Sarret has developed her entire scientific career in the field of Electrochemistry, within the Department of Materials Science and Physical Chemistry at the University of Barcelona. Her research focuses on the development and electrochemical characterization of metal coatings, with applications in corrosion protection and sustainable materials. Since 2013, she has been part of the Electrochemistry Section of the Thermal Projection Center (CPT) and is currently a member of IQTC, within the Sustainable Electrochemical Processes group.

She has worked extensively on Zn-X (X = Ni, Co, Mn), NiP, NiW, and CoP alloys, developing both acidic and alkaline electrolytes. These coatings, known for their high corrosion resistance, are considered environmentally friendly alternatives to chromium and have been implemented in the automotive and aerospace industries.

Dr. Sarret has also led innovative research on anodizing processes to create highly ordered nanostructures. Starting with aluminum, she developed alumina templates for metallic nanowires. Her work later expanded to titanium and tin, exploring both direct anodization and coatings deposited via Cold Gas Spray (CGS). These studies aim to improve biomedical implants and develop materials for sensors and catalysis.

She has collaborated with several companies since 1998, including Enthone-MacDermid Española, SIDASA SA, and Plating Decor Recubrimientos SL, contributing to product development and corrosion studies. A recent PhD project with Plating Decor focuses on optimizing 18-karat gold electroplating.

Dr. Sarret has authored 70 research articles (over 1800 citations, h-index 24), supervised 10 PhD theses, and participated in teaching innovation projects. In the evaluation of its activity, it has been recognized 4 research, 3 management and 6 teaching periods.