Liliana Martelo

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Dr. Liliana Martelo is a leading researcher in sustainable materials management and critical raw material recycling, with a particular focus on the circular economy of tantalum. Her work addresses the entire lifecycle of tantalum recovery from electronic waste, a vital area given tantalum’s strategic importance in capacitors for modern electronics. Her most-cited paper, "A critical updated review of all stages of the tantalum recycling chain from waste of tantalum capacitors" (2023), provides a comprehensive synthesis of current recycling technologies, from dismantling and separation to purification and reuse. This review has already garnered 18 citations, reflecting its immediate impact on both academic and industrial communities seeking to reduce reliance on primary mining. Dr. Martelo’s contributions are pivotal for advancing sustainable electronics manufacturing and waste management policies. Her research not only highlights technical challenges but also offers actionable pathways for improving recovery rates, making her a key voice in the global push toward resource efficiency.