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Discover the mission, history, excellence, people and research impact of the Institute of Materials Science of Barcelona, a leading advanced materials research institute in Barcelona.
A research institute dedicated to advanced materials and society
ICMAB-CSIC is the Institute of Materials Science of Barcelona, a multidisciplinary research institute focused on advanced functional materials and their applications in energy, electronics, health and sustainable technologies.
As part of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), ICMAB combines scientific excellence, international collaboration, advanced facilities, technology transfer and a strong commitment to society.
This About Us page brings together the institutional identity of ICMAB: its mission and vision, history and milestones, research indicators, excellence recognition, annual reports and practical contact information.
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Mission & Vision
Institutional identity
Our purpose, values and strategic vision as a materials science institute working for future technologies and society.
ICMAB creates knowledge and technologies based on advanced functional materials to address global challenges in energy, health, sustainability and future electronics.
The institute’s mission combines fundamental science, interdisciplinary collaboration and technological innovation to accelerate the development of materials that can transform society.
Advanced materials research for future technologies
Scientific excellence, innovation, talent and societal impact from Barcelona.
History, achievements and recognised excellence
From its institutional origins to its current Severo Ochoa excellence accreditation, ICMAB has built a strong international position in materials science.
Origins
The foundation and growth of a CSIC materials science institute in Barcelona.
Milestones
Scientific achievements and institutional development across decades.
Excellence
Severo Ochoa Centre of Excellence recognition and international positioning.
Impact
Research, technology transfer, people and societal contribution.
ICMAB has been recognised as a Severo Ochoa Centre of Excellence, one of the highest distinctions for research institutes in Spain.
The current MATRANS42 programme reinforces ICMAB’s leadership in advanced materials research for electronics, energy and health, while promoting knowledge transfer, open science, talent and societal impact.
ICMAB facts and figures provide transparent research institute indicators on scientific activity, people, projects, collaborations and annual research impact.
ICMAB brings together researchers, postdoctoral fellows, technical staff, students and support teams from different disciplines and countries.
The institute promotes collaboration, responsible research, open science, diversity, training and knowledge sharing as part of its institutional culture.
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Established in 2017, the Communication & Outreach Unit is a strategic unit that promotes ICMAB research and makes its scientific, institutional and social impact visible.
It supports researchers in reaching the public and the media, strengthens ICMAB’s national and international recognition, develops the institute’s online presence, fosters scientific vocations and culture, and improves internal communication.
Its work aligns communication planning with the institute’s mission and supports coherent dissemination across ICMAB, including communication connected with the Severo Ochoa excellence strategy.
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Communication and outreach services
The Unit provides practical support across the full communication cycle, from planning and content production to public engagement and event delivery.
External Communication
Website content, press and media relations, social media and newsletters that connect ICMAB research with wider audiences.
Internal Communication
Information flows and channels that strengthen engagement, coordination and collaboration across the ICMAB community.
Public Relations & Protocol
Institutional relations, visits and protocol support that reinforce ICMAB’s public presence and partnerships.
Corporate Image & Merchandising
Brand consistency and the preparation of visual and promotional materials for institutional use.
Event Organization
Communication and production support for outreach, educational, institutional and scientific events.
Communication Materials
Photography, video, news, banners and other assets that help researchers communicate clearly and consistently.
Meet the Communication & Outreach team
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Press and media support
The Unit helps researchers prepare clear, accurate stories and coordinates media work with collaborators and CSIC. Journalists and science communicators can use the contact section below to request expert perspectives, information and visual material.
Press releases
Research announcements are planned and coordinated with collaborators and CSIC to provide accurate, timely information.
Media assets
Figures, photographs and videos help journalists and science communicators illustrate ICMAB research.
Journalist resources
The Unit supports access to a Journalist Kit, an Experts Database and a contact network for media enquiries.
FRONTIERS
The ERC-funded Science Journalism Residency programme supports deeper exchanges between research and journalism.
Follow ICMAB across digital channels
Explore research stories, institutional updates, opportunities, events and audiovisual content through ICMAB’s official public channels. A separate private Telegram channel supports internal communication.
Instagram
Visual stories from ICMAB research, people and activities.
The Unit connects ICMAB researchers with students, teachers and public audiences through educational programmes, participatory projects and science events.
Programmes for students
Programa Magnet — Fundació Bofill
Programa FAIG — Ajuntament de Barcelona
Un investigador a la teva aula
Joves i Ciència
Programa Argó
Bojos per la Física
ESCOLAB
Programmes for teachers
Programa Magnet
Professors i Ciència
Seminari Permanent de Física i Química — CESIRE
Public engagement
Activities include YouMaker, Mathereos, The Box Escape Room, Festa de la Ciència Barcelona, Science Week, European Researchers’ Night, the 10alamenos9 Nanoscience Festival, Pint of Science and Madame Châtelet, alongside actions linked to international science days.
Events that strengthen scientific exchange
The Unit supports institutional and community events, including anniversary and end-of-year gatherings, as well as workshops, courses, seminars, school visits and hybrid formats.
Scientific programming includes the Periodical Lecture, invited seminars, workshops linked to the Severo Ochoa programme, and scientific schools and meetings for early-stage researchers.
Ask for guidance on audiences, channels, visual assets, media coordination, outreach formats and communication planning for research projects and events.
Contact the Communication & Outreach Unit
Contact the Unit for communication planning, media relations, outreach activities, event support, design and institutional communication needs.
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