Amparo Luna Costales chemistry lectures

Researcher Amparo Luna Costales of the Universidad Complutense de Madrid has participated in a series of virtual conferences hosted by the Universidad de Colima focusing on the practical and educational applications of chemistry.

Initially, Luna Costales addressed the interdisciplinary nature of the field, describing chemistry as a “bridge between various scientific disciplines and daily life.” Using the development of algae-based biofertilizers as a case study, she demonstrated how collaboration between marine sciences, chemistry, biology, veterinary science, mathematics, and physics is necessary to optimize and validate new products.

In subsequent discussions, the focus shifted toward chemistry education and innovation. Luna Costales advocated for more engaging teaching methods for high school teachers, suggesting the use of contemporary topics such as microplastics and the role of polymers in modern technology. She emphasized that education should highlight chemistry’s importance in sustainability, water treatment, and food analysis to change perceptions of the subject.