Ms. Nohelia Gutiérrez | Construction and structures | Women Researcher Award
PhD student, Coimbra University, Portugal
Nohelia Gutiérrez is an accomplished architect and researcher specializing in smart materials for sustainable infrastructures. With a strong background in research, teaching, and managing construction projects, she brings creativity and dedication to every endeavor. Currently based in Coimbra, Portugal, she is actively involved in addressing structural engineering challenges through innovative approaches.
Profile
🎓 Education:
- Ph.D. Candidate in Civil Engineering: University of Coimbra, Portugal (2022 – Present)
- Master’s Degree in Advanced Building Construction: Polytechnic University of Catalonia, Spain (2017 – 2019)
- Professional Degree in Architecture: National University of Engineering, Peru (2002 – 2008)
🏢 Experience:
Nohelia has a diverse professional background, including roles as an associate professor, lecturer, and supervisor of infrastructure projects. She has worked with institutions such as Continental University in Peru and CREA Architecture and Engineering in Spain. Her roles have encompassed research coordination, teaching, and the supervision of construction and maintenance projects.
🔬 Research Interest:
Her research focuses on smart materials, particularly self-healing concrete and sustainable timber construction. She explores innovative methods to improve the durability and sustainability of building materials, with a keen interest in prefabricated and modular timber construction.
🏅 Awards:
Nohelia has been recognized for her contributions to the field of architecture and civil engineering, particularly in the development of self-healing concrete and sustainable building practices.
📝 Publications Top Notes:
Bibliometric Review of Prefabricated and Modular Timber Construction from 1990 to 2023: Evolution, Trends, and Current Challenges – Sustainability, 2024. Cited by 3 articles.
Development of Sustainable Timber Construction in Ibero-America: State of the Art in the Region and Identification of Current International Gaps in the Construction Industry – Sustainability, 2022. Cited by 5 articles.
Study of Autogenous Self-Healing in Different Mortar Formulations – DBMC Conference Proceedings, 2020. Cited by 7 articles.