Bethsy Adriana Aguilar Castillo

Developed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for chemistry laboratory instruments. Created a comprehensive database using Confluence software to support student use of laboratory equipment.

Prepared and set up laboratory experiments, maintaining and troubleshooting equipment for optimal performance. Performed routine and advanced chemical testing, ensuring adherence to SOPs, GLP, and safety regulations.

Instructed students in Reinforced Plastics and Applied Lab Skills I (CAPSTONE Projects). Guided students through complex laboratory procedures and project-based learning.

Developed curriculum for Applied Laboratory Skills, focusing on design of experiments, applied statistics, and Minitab. Also created content for an introduction to polymer characterization course.

Conducted research and development for waterborne polymeric coatings, paints, and resins for wood protection. Designed an analytical method using Gas Chromatography to determine unreactive monomers in polymeric latexes.

Conducted R&D, synthesis, and application of polydopamine on indium tin oxide (ITO) glass for microfluidic devices. Developed chemical synthesis routes based on ruthenium and validated methods using potentiometric and amperometric detection.

Led R&D and Quality Assurance for new synthetic formulations of condensation polymers, epoxy resins, and plasticizers for electrical insulation materials. Characterized raw materials and finished products using spectroscopic and chromatographic techniques.

Taught undergraduate courses in Properties of Materials, delivering engaging lectures and practical sessions. Contributed to the academic development of engineering students.

Served as a Materials Scientist focusing on polymers and inorganic chemistry. Contributed to research initiatives within the Faculty of Chemistry.

Conducted research as a Materials Scientist specializing in polymers at the Institute of Polymer Research. Focused on advancing knowledge in polymer science and its applications.

Worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow specializing in polymers and inorganic chemistry at the Institute of Chemistry. Conducted advanced research and contributed to scientific publications.

Participated as a Visiting Scholar in the Department of Materials Science & Engineering, collaborating with the Biology Department. Engaged in interdisciplinary research projects.

Assisted in teaching postgraduate courses in Advanced Mathematics, providing support to students and faculty. Contributed to the academic environment of the Materials Science & Engineering Department.

Completed a Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering with a specialization in Polymers. Focused on advanced research within the Materials Research Institute.

Obtained a Master of Science degree with a focus on Polymers from the Centre for Research in Advanced Materials. Specialized in chemical aspects of polymer science.

Completed a Bachelor of Engineering degree at Chihuahua Institute of Technology. Gained foundational knowledge in engineering principles.

Earned an Ontario College Advanced Diploma in Chemical Laboratory Technologist, specializing in Pharmaceutical and Food Science. Developed practical laboratory skills relevant to industry.