Our research group belongs to the Department of Engineering at the Catholic University of Uruguay. It brings together professors, researchers, and highly committed students in an environment dedicated to experimentation, analysis, and the generation of new knowledge to contribute to problem-solving in materials, energy, and the environment from a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach. To build a more sustainable and resilient future, research and innovation in these areas are fundamental to addressing current challenges, such as climate change, pollution, and resource scarcity.