ESTHER ARRIBAS YUSTE

Esther Arribas Yuste is a highly motivated and multidisciplinary experimental scientist specializing in materials science, advanced design, and healthcare innovation. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Experimental Sciences from Universidad Rey Juan Carlos (URJC), a Master's in Dermopharmacy and Cosmetic Formulation from UNIR, and a Master's in Biomaterials from Universidad Complutense de Madrid (UCM).

In 2024, Esther launched her doctoral track in Materials Engineering at URJC, integrated within the Research Group on Nano and Multifunctional Composites for Advanced Technologies (AdvNanoComp). Her PhD research is fully embedded in the competitive national MULTISENS project ("Wearable multifunctional and self-powered sensors based on nanoreinforced composite materials"), funded by the Spanish State Research Agency (AEI). Her focus centers on pioneering the development of flexible, self-powered piezoelectric sensors engineered from advanced nanocomposites specifically optimized for real-time monitoring of human kinetics and vital physiological signals.

Throughout her doctoral trajectory, Esther has acquired robust competencies in nanomaterials processing, polymer science, and advanced composite manufacturing. To drive the cross-disciplinary impact of her research, she actively fosters strategic scientific collaborations with premier institutions, including the Institute of Materials Science of Madrid (ICMM-CSIC) and the IMDEA Materials Institute. Furthermore, her profile features a strong international component, highlighted by a predoctoral research stay alongside the Electrospun Fibers Group at the AGH University of Krakow in Poland, expanding her expertise in advanced fabrication methodologies.

As an active contributor to the scientific community, Esther has frequently communicated her research advancements as a speaker at key national and international conferences, workshops, and technical seminars.

Her solid background is underpinned by previous roles as a scientific researcher under the competitive INVESTIGO program at URJC, the design of smart enzymatic nanomotors for cutaneous infections at UCM, and functional materials synthesis (COFs/POPs) at ICMM-CSIC. Backed by a professional C1 level of English and a natural passion for innovation, design, and discovery, Esther aligns her scientific career with the cutting edge of tissue engineering, biomaterials, and nanotechnologies to deliver impactful solutions for the healthcare and sustainability sectors.

Research profiles: 

• ORCID: 0009-0003-7044-1397
• URJC

Keywords: 

Flexible Piezoelectric Sensors, Nanocomposites & Polymer Science, Wearable Health Monitoring, Self-Powered Technologies, Biomaterials & Nanotechnology