Giovanni Barrera Torres | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award
Prof. Dr. Giovanni Barrera Torres , Instituto Tecnologico Metropolitano , Colombia.
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Education and Experience
- 2003: Graduation in Industrial Design – Universidad Pedagógica y Tecnológica de Colombia

- 2011: Magíster in Materials and Process Engineering – Universidad Nacional de Colombia

- 2017: Ph.D. in Science and Technology of Materials – UNESP, Brazil

- 2022: “Sácale jugo a tu patente 2.0” Science Writing and Patent Training – Ministry of Science, Colombia

- 2023: Post-Doctorate in Innovation and Product Development – UFSCar, Brazil

- Current: Professor, Faculty of Arts and Humanities – Instituto Tecnológico Metropolitano

Suitability summary for best researcher Award
Prof. Dr. Giovanni Barrera Torres is an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award, with a distinguished academic background and extensive contributions in the field of materials science, industrial design, and innovation. With a career spanning from his graduation as an Industrial Designer in 2003 to his Post-Doctorate in innovation and product development at UFSCar-São Carlos, Brazil, Giovanni’s research and professional journey demonstrate his commitment to advancing materials science, thermoplastics, and product development.
Professional Development
Giovanni Barrera Torres has continuously enhanced his skills through various academic and professional development programs. He completed a post-doctorate in innovation and product development at UFSCar, Brazil, contributing to the advancement of materials technology. His professional experience includes working as an industrial designer for companies like Industria Militar and Autobuses Indubo, as well as serving as a full-time professor. Giovanni’s commitment to education and practical application is evident in his training in entrepreneurship for scientists and engineers at the Institute of Theoretical Physics, London. 


Research Focus
- Sugarcane bagasse fiber as semi-reinforcement filler in natural rubber composite sandals
Cited by: 77, Year: 2019
- Cross-linked density determination of natural rubber compounds by different analytical techniques
Cited by: 58, Year: 2021
- Potential eco-friendly application of sugarcane bagasse ash in the rubber industry
Cited by: 18, Year: 2021
- Using the Lorenz–Park, Mooney–Rivlin, and dynamic mechanical analysis relationship on natural rubber/leather shavings composites
Cited by: 17, Year: 2022
- Vegetable cellulose fibers in natural rubber composites
Cited by: 15, Year: 2023
- Diagnóstico técnico del proceso de producción forestal en plantaciones a pequeña escala en Costa Rica
Cited by: 15, Year: 1995
- Determination of Cr (VI) in leather residues using graphite/paraffin composite electrodes modified with reduced graphene oxide nanosheets
Cited by: 14, Year: 2022
- Especies forestales nativas para la reforestación en las regiones Brunca y Pacífico Central de Costa Rica
Cited by: 12, Year: 2002
- Influence of cavity length and emission wavelength on the characteristic temperature in AlGaAs lasers
Cited by: 10, Year: 1995




, a Professor-Researcher at Universidad Politécnica de Victoria
, specializes in metallurgy and materials science. He holds a Ph.D. in Metallurgy and Materials from ESIQIE-IPN and has conducted postdoctoral research at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
. His expertise lies in the synthesis, processing, and characterization of advanced engineering materials, including semiconductors,
and has received recognition as a desirable profile professor (PRODEP). He is a prolific contributor to academic research and global collaboration. 
Specialization in Materials: Instituto de Investigación en Materiales-UNAM, 1994
Research Stay: Toyohashi University of Technology, Japan, 1997-1998, 2018
Ph.D. in Metallurgy and Materials: ESIQIE-IPN, 1999
Postdoctoral Research: Oak Ridge National Laboratory, USA, 2001-2002
Advanced English Training: EMI Skill’s, Cambridge University, 2019
. He has held prestigious research stays in Japan
and the USA
. Recognized by SNI
, he continues to lead innovation in materials science and metallurgy globally. 
. His interdisciplinary approach and global collaborations have established him as a leader in materials engineering. 
“Fracture toughness determinations by means of indentation fracture” – Cited by 120, published in 2011
.
“Advances on dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) nanostructures and natural colorants: A review” – Cited by 54, published in 2021
“Production and characterization of Al2O3-Cu composite materials” – Cited by 50, published in 2006
.
“Biomimética: innovación sustentable inspirada por la naturaleza” – Cited by 39, published in 2012
.
“Construction of dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSC) with natural pigments” – Cited by 34, published in 2016
.