Carmen Andrade

Materials Scientist

Expert in Concrete Durability / Corrosion Researcher / Civil Engineer

Spanish Researcher | Born: 1945

Scientist Professor

Professional Note: Dr. Andrade is internationally recognized for her pioneering work in concrete durability and reinforcement corrosion.

Academic Career

1Education

Earned her PhD in Chemistry from Complutense University of Madrid.

2Research Positions

Former Director of the Institute of Construction Sciences Eduardo Torroja (CSIC).

3Teaching

Professor at several international universities and research centers.

Professional Note: Dr. Andrade has supervised numerous PhD students and mentored generations of researchers in materials science.

1Concrete Durability

Developed innovative methods for assessing concrete durability and service life prediction.

2Corrosion Research

Pioneered electrochemical techniques for studying reinforcement corrosion in concrete.

3Standard Development

Contributed to international standards for corrosion testing and concrete durability.

1Awards

Recipient of the W.R. Whitney Award from NACE International (2006).

2Publications

Author of over 300 scientific papers and several books on concrete durability.

3Professional Leadership

Former President of the European Federation of Corrosion.

4Patents

Holder of several patents related to corrosion monitoring techniques.

Professional Note: Dr. Andrade's research has significantly influenced modern construction practices and infrastructure maintenance worldwide.