On International Women’s Day, the MADECOLD consortium proudly celebrates the women whose leadership and scientific excellence continue to shape the future of materials research. Among them, Prof. Sara Bagherifard stands as a key contributor. Her scientific contributions support MADECOLD’s mission to explore innovative, sustainable approaches to cold spray‑based processing technology.
Prof. Bagherifard is also known for her mentorship and commitment to empowering young researchers. She is actively involved in the events organized by Women in Thermal Spray (WiTS), which strives to set the community standard and acts as a platform to empower and inspire women in the thermal spray community. This is a picture from the latest WiTS workshop held at ITSC 2026, with discussions and activities designed to encourage aspiring female scientists within the field.