{"id":14,"date":"2025-06-23T16:28:10","date_gmt":"2025-06-23T14:28:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/webs.uab.cat\/phynest\/?page_id=14"},"modified":"2026-03-10T11:07:09","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T09:07:09","slug":"partners","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/webs.uab.cat\/phynest\/partners\/","title":{"rendered":"Partner Institutions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Universitat Aut\u00f2noma de Barcelona (UAB)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Universitat Aut\u00f2noma de Barcelona (UAB)<\/a>, located in Bellaterra, is one of the major public universities in Spain. The UAB has been acknowledged for its teaching quality and attracting international talent. In the 2024 edition of the QS World University Rankings, the UAB placed first among Spanish universities, 149th in the world ranking and 63th within Europe. The UAB\u2019s research covers extremely varied areas of knowledge into a single campus, which helps to promote multi-disciplinary research. UAB is also the hub of UAB Sphere, a knowledge ecosystem that includes research centres (most located on the UAB\u2019s campus), local businesses, authorities, and the largest hospital network in Catalonia, collaborating in the social and economic development of the region. UAB has over 40,000 students (including 5,000 foreign students) and almost 6,000 researchers and teaching staff. UAB offers 117 bachelor\u2019s degrees, 149 master\u2019s degrees, 9 Erasmus Mundus master’s degrees and 74 doctoral programs. More than 700 dissertations are defended per year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UAB coordinates PHYNEST and provides the academic framework for the doctoral programme<\/strong>, hosting fellows across departments: Physics, Chemistry, Chemical, Biological and Environmental Engineering, and Electronic Engineering department, plus Institute for the History of Science<\/a> (iHC), and Institute of Environmental Science and Technology <\/a>(ICTA). Its vibrant campus and interdisciplinary ecosystem make it an ideal environment for nurturing future leaders in science and sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Coordinator: Eva Pellicer<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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Project manager: Susana Arag\u00f3n <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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Institute of Materials Science<\/strong> of Barcelona (ICMAB-CSIC)<\/strong><\/summary>
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ICMAB<\/a> is a multidisciplinary research center of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), specializing in functional materials for energy, electronics, and nanomedicine. Located in the UAB campus, ICMAB is a Severo Ochoa Centre of Excellence and hosts over 500 researchers annually. Its mission is to generate and transfer knowledge in materials science through high-impact research and collaboration with industry. The institute offers state-of-the-art facilities, including a cleanroom (Nanoquim Platform), and is active in educational outreach and international projects. PHYNEST fellows at ICMAB will engage in pioneering research on superconducting materials for an efficient energy transition and benefit from a rich scientific ecosystem.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Catalonia Institute for<\/strong> Energy Research (IREC)<\/strong><\/summary>
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IREC<\/a> is Catalonia\u2019s reference public research center for energy technologies. Founded in 2008, it focuses on energy production, transformation, distribution, and efficient use, with a strong emphasis on renewable energy and sustainability. IREC operates across two main areas: long-term scientific research and market-oriented technology development. Its seven research groups cover topics such as energy storage, solar energy, hydrogen, smart grids, and climate-resilient buildings. PHYNEST fellows hosted at IREC will benefit from its applied research focus, industry partnerships, and involvement in European innovation platforms like PRIMA and BATTECH.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Institute of Microelectronics<\/strong> of Barcelona (IMB-CNM-CSIC)<\/strong><\/summary>
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IMB-CNM<\/a> is Spain\u2019s largest public research center in micro- and nanoelectronics, part of the CSIC network. Located on the UAB campus, it specializes in semiconductor devices, sensors, power electronics, and nanofabrication. The institute hosts eight research groups and operates a national cleanroom facility (ICTS), supporting advanced microfabrication and integration technologies. IMB-CNM is actively involved in European projects and industrial collaborations, and plays a key role in the development of sustainable electronic systems. PHYNEST fellows will have access to unique infrastructure and expertise in microelectronics applied to energy and environmental challenges.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Centre de Visi\u00f3<\/strong> per Computador (CVC)<\/strong><\/summary>
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CVC<\/a> is a leading non-profit research center in computer vision and artificial intelligence, based on the UAB campus. Founded in 1994, it conducts cutting-edge research in areas such as autonomous driving, medical imaging, robotics, and document analysis. CVC combines fundamental science with technology transfer, collaborating with industry and participating in major European projects like ELLIOT and ELSA. It is also a TECNIO-accredited center and actively promotes diversity, inclusion, and sustainability. PHYNEST fellows at CVC will explore the intersection of AI and sustainability, contributing to innovative solutions for environmental monitoring and energy efficiency.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Catalan Institute of Nanoscience<\/strong>and Nanotechnology (ICN2)<\/strong><\/summary>
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The ICN2<\/a> is a leading research institute in nanoscience and nanotechnology, located on the UAB campus. It focuses on the unique properties of materials at the nanoscale, with applications in energy, health, and information technologies. ICN2 hosts over 200 researchers and has been recognized as a Severo Ochoa Centre of Excellence. Its multidisciplinary research groups work on advanced electron microscopy, 2D materials, nanobiosensors, spintronics, and magnetic nanostructures. ICN2 combines fundamental research with innovation and technology transfer, offering PHYNEST fellows access to cutting-edge facilities and expert mentorship in a dynamic and collaborative environment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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PHYNEST is supported by a diverse network of 24 Associated Partners from academia, industry, and the public sector. These institutions contribute to the programme by hosting fellows for secondments, participating in training events, and offering career development opportunities. Their involvement ensures that fellows gain exposure to a wide range of professional environments and perspectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Academic partners:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • University of Cagliari<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • TU Dresden, IAPP<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Chalmers Tekniska Hogskola AB<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Technical University of Denmark<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Imperial College of London  <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Universit\u00e4t zu K\u00f6ln<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Vienna University of Technology<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Tampereen Korkeakoulusaatio sr, Tampere University<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • \u00c9cole Polytechnique<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    • Dalhousie University<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Czech Metrology Institute<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • CNRS \/ UGA Laboratoire de Physique et Mod\u00e9lisation des Milieux Condens\u00e9s<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Barcelona Supercomputing Center<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Institut de Recerca i Tecnologia Agroaliment\u00e0ries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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      • IDEADED S.L.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Acquora SpA<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      •  INGENII<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Deneb Medical, S.L.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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        • ThePaperMill<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • DIVERSIunity<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Explainers Group S.A.U.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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          • Parc de Recerca UAB (PRUAB)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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            • Ag\u00e8ncia de Gesti\u00f3 d\u2019Ajuts Universitaris i de Recerca<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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