She has a long experience in the correlation between process parameters, microstructure and properties of structural and functional materials. Her current interests range from the search for innovative multifunctional coatings to the development of green processes to elaborate intermetallic compounds, for applications in energy, aerospace and aeronautical industries. She is a specialist in fine characterization with an extended recognized experience in electronic microscopy and physico-chemical techniques. She has co-authored 31 peer-reviewed articles, 37 oral presentations, 12 invited conferences and 4 patents.