Célia Regina Tomachuk
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Célia Regina Tomachuk has a total of 60 co-authors. Here are the top co-authors by number of shared publications:
J. Springer
5 shared publicationsA.R. Di Sarli
3 shared publicationsC.I. Elsner
3 shared publicationsD. B. Mitton
Dipartimento di Ingegneria dei Materiali e della Produzione, Università degli Studi di Napoli „Federico II”︁, P.le Tecchio, 80, 80125, Napoli, Italy
3 shared publications- Fernanda Martins Queiroz
Institute of Energy and Nuclear Research, IPEN/CNEN-SP
3 shared publications I. Costa
3 shared publications
Latest Publications
- Open Access
- 1 January 2026
- Published by FapUNIFESP (SciELO) in Materials Research
- Vol. 29
Effect of Solution Heat-treatment and Aging on the Corrosion Behavior and Microstructure of Biodegradable Mg–Y–Gd–Zr alloys
The influence of solution and aging heat-treatments on the corrosion behavior of a biodegradable Mg–Y–Gd–Zr alloy was investigated. Electrochemical behavior was assessed by potentiodynamic polarization curves and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy in an aerated 0.9 wt.% NaCl solution at 37 °C ± 0.1, complemented by SEM, EDS, and XRD analyses of corrosion-products. The as-cast condition exhibited the highest polarization resistance and impedance modulus, attributed to a thicker and more resistive corrosion-product layer, despite microstructural heterogeneity. Solution heat-treatment (525 °C/24 h) homogenized the microstructure and shifted the corrosion potential to nobler values, but produced a thinner, less protective film and reduced corrosion resistance. Among aged conditions, aging at 250 °C for 100 h yielded the best performance, with higher polarization resistance and impedance modulus values indicative of a more uniform and stable surface layer. Overall, the results demonstrate that corrosion behavior is primarily governed by the stability and resistive character of the corrosion-product layer, which is strongly controlled by the heat-treatment-induced microstructural state.
- 1 January 2026
- Published by FapUNIFESP (SciELO) in Materials Research
- Vol. 29
Open AccessEffect of Solution Heat-treatment and Aging on the Corrosion Behavior and Microstructure of Biodegradable Mg–Y–Gd–Zr alloys
The influence of solution and aging heat-treatments on the corrosion behavior of a biodegradable Mg–Y–Gd–Zr alloy was investigated. Electrochemical behavior was assessed by potentiodynamic polarization curves and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy in an aerated 0.9 wt.% NaCl solution at 37 °C ± 0.1, complemented by SEM, EDS, and XRD analyses of corrosion-products. The as-cast condition exhibited the highest polarization resistance and impedance modulus, attributed to a thicker and more resistive corrosion-product layer, despite microstructural heterogeneity. Solution heat-treatment (525 °C/24 h) homogenized the microstructure and shifted the corrosion potential to nobler values, but produced a thinner, less protective film and reduced corrosion resistance. Among aged conditions, aging at 250 °C for 100 h yielded the best performance, with higher polarization resistance and impedance modulus values indicative of a more uniform and stable surface layer. Overall, the results demonstrate that corrosion behavior is primarily governed by the stability and resistive character of the corrosion-product layer, which is strongly controlled by the heat-treatment-induced microstructural state.
- Open Access
- 25 December 2025
- Published by Wiley in Surface and Interface Analysis
- Vol. 58 (3) , 151-163
Effect of the Fe Content on the Oxide Film Composition and Corrosion Resistance of Inconel 625: An XPS and Cyclic Potentiodynamic Polarisation Study
The present work focuses on investigating the effect of increasing Inconel 625 Fe content on the oxide film composition and corrosion behaviour through XPS and cyclic potentiodynamic polarisation (CPP) studies. Different proportions of ASTM A182 F22 steel and Inconel 625 were arc‐melted to achieve a range of Fe contents (2–15 wt.%) in the samples. XPS analysis showed a progressive increase in the proportion of protective oxides, namely, NiO, Cr 2 O 3 and Nb 2 O 5 , in the native oxide film, as the Fe content of the alloy increased, whereas MoO 2 did not change across the studied compositions. The oxide thickness was also observed to increase from 1.8 nm for Inconel 625 to 3.5 nm for the sample with 15 wt.% Fe. CPP tests in artificial seawater revealed that the pitting potential progressively increases with Fe content, reaching a value of 1.12 V/SCE for the alloy with 15 wt.% Fe. These results show that increased concentrations of Fe (up to 15 wt.%) in Inconel 625 do not reduce the protective nature of the oxide and actually improve the pitting corrosion resistance, which may pave the way towards using more Fe in this alloy.
- 25 December 2025
- Published by Wiley in Surface and Interface Analysis
- Vol. 58 (3) , 151-163
Open AccessEffect of the Fe Content on the Oxide Film Composition and Corrosion Resistance of Inconel 625: An XPS and Cyclic Potentiodynamic Polarisation Study
The present work focuses on investigating the effect of increasing Inconel 625 Fe content on the oxide film composition and corrosion behaviour through XPS and cyclic potentiodynamic polarisation (CPP) studies. Different proportions of ASTM A182 F22 steel and Inconel 625 were arc‐melted to achieve a range of Fe contents (2–15 wt.%) in the samples. XPS analysis showed a progressive increase in the proportion of protective oxides, namely, NiO, Cr 2 O 3 and Nb 2 O 5 , in the native oxide film, as the Fe content of the alloy increased, whereas MoO 2 did not change across the studied compositions. The oxide thickness was also observed to increase from 1.8 nm for Inconel 625 to 3.5 nm for the sample with 15 wt.% Fe. CPP tests in artificial seawater revealed that the pitting potential progressively increases with Fe content, reaching a value of 1.12 V/SCE for the alloy with 15 wt.% Fe. These results show that increased concentrations of Fe (up to 15 wt.%) in Inconel 625 do not reduce the protective nature of the oxide and actually improve the pitting corrosion resistance, which may pave the way towards using more Fe in this alloy.
- Open Access
- 19 December 2025
- Published by Fronteiras: Journal of Social, Technological and Environmental Science in Fronteiras: Journal of Social, Technological and Environmental Science
- Vol. 14 (4) , 41-55
Plantando Conhecimento: Uma Jornada pela Nomenclatura das Plantas no Ensino Fundamental
Este estudo investiga a eficácia de uma sequência didática no ensino de botânica para alunos do 7º ano do Ensino Fundamental. O objetivo é promover o conhecimento da nomenclatura botânica e das características distintivas de cada grupo de plantas. A abordagem interventiva inclui rodas de conversa para favorecer o diálogo e o papel ativo dos alunos, além da aplicação do conhecimento em visitas de campo. Os alunos realizaram ilustrações características de cada grupo de planta e colaboraram na produção de um e-book, enriquecendo o processo educativo. A vivência direta com as plantas no ambiente escolar foi fundamental para facilitar a aprendizagem, destacando a importância do contato dos alunos com o objeto de estudo. A autoavaliação revelou maturidade e conscientização sobre a responsabilidade no processo de aprendizagem, ressaltando a importância de envolvê-los ativamente na construção do conhecimento. A sequência didática estimulou a interação dos alunos com as plantas, resultando em uma experiência enriquecedora de aprendizagem.
- 19 December 2025
- Published by Fronteiras: Journal of Social, Technological and Environmental Science in Fronteiras: Journal of Social, Technological and Environmental Science
- Vol. 14 (4) , 41-55
Open AccessPlantando Conhecimento: Uma Jornada pela Nomenclatura das Plantas no Ensino Fundamental
Este estudo investiga a eficácia de uma sequência didática no ensino de botânica para alunos do 7º ano do Ensino Fundamental. O objetivo é promover o conhecimento da nomenclatura botânica e das características distintivas de cada grupo de plantas. A abordagem interventiva inclui rodas de conversa para favorecer o diálogo e o papel ativo dos alunos, além da aplicação do conhecimento em visitas de campo. Os alunos realizaram ilustrações características de cada grupo de planta e colaboraram na produção de um e-book, enriquecendo o processo educativo. A vivência direta com as plantas no ambiente escolar foi fundamental para facilitar a aprendizagem, destacando a importância do contato dos alunos com o objeto de estudo. A autoavaliação revelou maturidade e conscientização sobre a responsabilidade no processo de aprendizagem, ressaltando a importância de envolvê-los ativamente na construção do conhecimento. A sequência didática estimulou a interação dos alunos com as plantas, resultando em uma experiência enriquecedora de aprendizagem.
- 16 September 2025
- Published by Elsevier in Applied Surface Science
- Vol. 717
In situ oxidation of Cr(III) for the corrosion protection of Zn: A Cr(VI)-free process to substitute chromate conversion coatings
- 16 September 2025
- Published by Elsevier in Applied Surface Science
- Vol. 717
In situ oxidation of Cr(III) for the corrosion protection of Zn: A Cr(VI)-free process to substitute chromate conversion coatings
- Open Access
- 4 September 2025
- Published by Fronteiras: Journal of Social, Technological and Environmental Science in Fronteiras: Journal of Social, Technological and Environmental Science
- Vol. 14 (3) , 295-309
Integração entre Educação Ambiental e Ensino de Botânica: Uma Percepção dos Alunos na Visita ao Parque Ecológico Taboão no município de Lorena-São Paulo, Brasil
Este estudo explora o potencial do Parque Ecológico Taboão, localizado no município de Lorena, São Paulo, como uma ferramenta pedagógica no ensino de botânica e educação ambiental para alunos do 7º ano do Ensino Fundamental. A pesquisa incluiu uma aula teórica, seguida por uma visita ao parque, onde foram realizadas avaliações iniciais e finais para medir o impacto da experiência no aprendizado dos alunos. Durante a visita, os alunos produziram relatórios, expressando suas percepções sobre a experiência. Os resultados indicaram que a visita ao parque foi extremamente benéfica, proporcionando aos alunos um contato direto com as plantas, o que enriqueceu sua compreensão das características botânicas e aumentou sua motivação para o estudo. Além disso, este artigo busca divulgar o parque como um recurso pedagógico eficaz, incentivando outros educadores a utilizarem esse espaço em suas práticas de ensino. A observação das plantas em seu ambiente natural foi fundamental para consolidar o conhecimento, reforçando a importância de métodos educativos que envolvem o contato prático e visual.
- 4 September 2025
- Published by Fronteiras: Journal of Social, Technological and Environmental Science in Fronteiras: Journal of Social, Technological and Environmental Science
- Vol. 14 (3) , 295-309
Open AccessIntegração entre Educação Ambiental e Ensino de Botânica: Uma Percepção dos Alunos na Visita ao Parque Ecológico Taboão no município de Lorena-São Paulo, Brasil
Este estudo explora o potencial do Parque Ecológico Taboão, localizado no município de Lorena, São Paulo, como uma ferramenta pedagógica no ensino de botânica e educação ambiental para alunos do 7º ano do Ensino Fundamental. A pesquisa incluiu uma aula teórica, seguida por uma visita ao parque, onde foram realizadas avaliações iniciais e finais para medir o impacto da experiência no aprendizado dos alunos. Durante a visita, os alunos produziram relatórios, expressando suas percepções sobre a experiência. Os resultados indicaram que a visita ao parque foi extremamente benéfica, proporcionando aos alunos um contato direto com as plantas, o que enriqueceu sua compreensão das características botânicas e aumentou sua motivação para o estudo. Além disso, este artigo busca divulgar o parque como um recurso pedagógico eficaz, incentivando outros educadores a utilizarem esse espaço em suas práticas de ensino. A observação das plantas em seu ambiente natural foi fundamental para consolidar o conhecimento, reforçando a importância de métodos educativos que envolvem o contato prático e visual.
- Open Access
Microstructural Evolution and Electrochemical Behavior of Solution Treated, Hot Rolled and Aged MgDyZnZr Alloy
In order to develop a potential route to fabricate plates and clips for orthopedic applications, a Mg–3.4Dy–0.2Zn–0.4Zr (wt.%) alloy was produced and analyzed in different conditions: solution treated at 525 °C for 3 h, hot rolled and hot rolled and aged at 250 °C. The aging behavior of the rolled alloy was investigated during isothermal aging at 250 °C, and a significant peak was observed at 10 h. The electrochemical behavior was evaluated in 0.9 wt.% NaCl solution at 37 ± 0.5 °C by potentiodynamic polarization and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. The 525 °C-3 h and hot rolled specimens exhibited corrosion rates of 2.0 and 1.7 mm/year, respectively. The hot rolled and aged at 250 °C for 10 h specimen presented a grain size of 11.8 ± 1.7 μm with an intense macrotexture of the basal {0002} plane, hardness of 73 ± 3 HV and higher impedance modulus and obtained the highest corrosion resistance with a corrosion rate of 0.9 mm/year.
Open AccessMicrostructural Evolution and Electrochemical Behavior of Solution Treated, Hot Rolled and Aged MgDyZnZr Alloy
In order to develop a potential route to fabricate plates and clips for orthopedic applications, a Mg–3.4Dy–0.2Zn–0.4Zr (wt.%) alloy was produced and analyzed in different conditions: solution treated at 525 °C for 3 h, hot rolled and hot rolled and aged at 250 °C. The aging behavior of the rolled alloy was investigated during isothermal aging at 250 °C, and a significant peak was observed at 10 h. The electrochemical behavior was evaluated in 0.9 wt.% NaCl solution at 37 ± 0.5 °C by potentiodynamic polarization and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. The 525 °C-3 h and hot rolled specimens exhibited corrosion rates of 2.0 and 1.7 mm/year, respectively. The hot rolled and aged at 250 °C for 10 h specimen presented a grain size of 11.8 ± 1.7 μm with an intense macrotexture of the basal {0002} plane, hardness of 73 ± 3 HV and higher impedance modulus and obtained the highest corrosion resistance with a corrosion rate of 0.9 mm/year.
- 22 September 2020
- Published by Fundacao Oswaldo Aranha - FOA in Revista Práxis
- Vol. 12 (23)
Horta escolar: uma abordagem interdisciplinar para uma aprendizagem multidimensional
A escola é um espaço importante para a formação de indivíduos responsáveis e aptos a colaborar e decidir sobre questões sociais, ambientais e culturais que restabelece suas relações com o meio onde vive. Assim sendo, a horta como ferramenta pedagógica constitui um instrumento que pode articular os conhecimentos restritos às disciplinas do currículo escolar para um saber mais amplo e multidimensional. A metodologia desse projeto foi desenvolvida, pelos alunos, em etapas e foi possível aprender mais do que apenas preparar a terra, plantar e colher. A horta foi transformada em um laboratório vivo onde o crescente interesse, por parte dos alunos, foi visível à medida em que os cuidados com o plantio e com o crescimento das mudas se intensificavam. O contato dos alunos com os vegetais na horta permitiu mudar suas perspectivas de alimentação e atitudes comportamentais com relação ao meio ambiente e com o patrimônio público, de forma positiva.
- 22 September 2020
- Published by Fundacao Oswaldo Aranha - FOA in Revista Práxis
- Vol. 12 (23)
Horta escolar: uma abordagem interdisciplinar para uma aprendizagem multidimensional
A escola é um espaço importante para a formação de indivíduos responsáveis e aptos a colaborar e decidir sobre questões sociais, ambientais e culturais que restabelece suas relações com o meio onde vive. Assim sendo, a horta como ferramenta pedagógica constitui um instrumento que pode articular os conhecimentos restritos às disciplinas do currículo escolar para um saber mais amplo e multidimensional. A metodologia desse projeto foi desenvolvida, pelos alunos, em etapas e foi possível aprender mais do que apenas preparar a terra, plantar e colher. A horta foi transformada em um laboratório vivo onde o crescente interesse, por parte dos alunos, foi visível à medida em que os cuidados com o plantio e com o crescimento das mudas se intensificavam. O contato dos alunos com os vegetais na horta permitiu mudar suas perspectivas de alimentação e atitudes comportamentais com relação ao meio ambiente e com o patrimônio público, de forma positiva.
- 1 September 2016
- Published by Trans Tech Publications, Ltd. in Key Engineering Materials
- Vol. 710, 216-221
Hydrothermal Surface Treatments with Cerium and Glycol Molecules on the AA 2024-T3 Clad Alloy
New treatments for replacement of chromate require lower toxicity and corrosion protection. This study aims to investigate the influence of the combination of a Ce conversion coating (CCCe) with glycol molecules on the corrosion resistance of the AA2024-T3 clad (AA1230). The corrosion resistance of surface treated and untreated samples was evaluated by electrochemical techniques (electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, polarization tests and open circuit potential). These tests were complemented by salt spray tests to accelerate the corrosive effects of weathering. The surfaces were analyzed after corrosion tests by scanning electron microscopy with X-ray energy dispersive detector (SEM - EDX). The results of the CCCe samples in combination with glycol were compared with that of the surface with chromate layer and the results showed that the CCCe treatment is a candidate for replacement of chromating with the advantage that it does not generate toxic residues. The self-healing capacity of the new treatment tested was indicated by the increased formation of corrosion products deposition on top of Fe rich intermetallis in the AA1230 clad with time of exposure to the electrolyte.
- 1 September 2016
- Published by Trans Tech Publications, Ltd. in Key Engineering Materials
- Vol. 710, 216-221
Hydrothermal Surface Treatments with Cerium and Glycol Molecules on the AA 2024-T3 Clad Alloy
New treatments for replacement of chromate require lower toxicity and corrosion protection. This study aims to investigate the influence of the combination of a Ce conversion coating (CCCe) with glycol molecules on the corrosion resistance of the AA2024-T3 clad (AA1230). The corrosion resistance of surface treated and untreated samples was evaluated by electrochemical techniques (electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, polarization tests and open circuit potential). These tests were complemented by salt spray tests to accelerate the corrosive effects of weathering. The surfaces were analyzed after corrosion tests by scanning electron microscopy with X-ray energy dispersive detector (SEM - EDX). The results of the CCCe samples in combination with glycol were compared with that of the surface with chromate layer and the results showed that the CCCe treatment is a candidate for replacement of chromating with the advantage that it does not generate toxic residues. The self-healing capacity of the new treatment tested was indicated by the increased formation of corrosion products deposition on top of Fe rich intermetallis in the AA1230 clad with time of exposure to the electrolyte.
- Open Access
- 1 August 2016
- Published by Elsevier in International Journal of Electrochemical Science
- Vol. 11 (8) , 6655-6672
Corrosion Protection of Electrogalvanized Steel by Surface Treatments containing Cerium and Niobium compounds
- 1 August 2016
- Published by Elsevier in International Journal of Electrochemical Science
- Vol. 11 (8) , 6655-6672
Open AccessCorrosion Protection of Electrogalvanized Steel by Surface Treatments containing Cerium and Niobium compounds
- 1 May 2016
- Published by Elsevier in Surface and Coatings Technology
- Vol. 294, 36-46
Electrochemical and chemical characterization of electrodeposited zinc surface exposed to new surface treatments
- 1 May 2016
- Published by Elsevier in Surface and Coatings Technology
- Vol. 294, 36-46
Electrochemical and chemical characterization of electrodeposited zinc surface exposed to new surface treatments