Projects

Research Topics of European Interest

ICCRAM develops its scientific activity in alignment with some of the most pressing challenges identified at the European level, bringing together its research groups and expertise across complementary areas. A significant line of work is devoted to the study of pollutants in the environment, addressing their detection, behavior, and remediation to reduce risks to ecosystems and human health. In parallel, the Center advances methodologies for the toxicological evaluation of nanomaterials and emerging substances, ensuring the safe and responsible development of innovative technologies.

Sustainability is a transversal axis across ICCRAM’s research. The Center applies Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Sustainability Assessment tools to evaluate the environmental, social, and economic impacts of products and processes, providing scientific evidence to support greener innovation. These capabilities feed into projects focused on the Circular Economy, where ICCRAM contributes to the design of sustainable value chains, efficient use of resources, and strategies for recycling and reuse of critical raw materials.

Another key research focus is the design and computational modeling of advanced materials. Using state-of-the-art simulation tools and multiscale modeling approaches, ICCRAM researchers explore the properties, performance, and safety of new materials before their synthesis. This predictive capacity accelerates innovation, reduces costs, and supports the development of materials with tailored functionalities for applications in energy, environment, and industry.

In the field of energy, ICCRAM works on the development and optimization of batteries and electrochemical systems, exploring new materials, improving performance, and promoting safe, sustainable solutions for energy storage. These lines of research not only respond to the European Green Deal and Horizon Europe priorities but also position ICCRAM as a multidisciplinary actor capable of integrating advanced science with societal and industrial needs.

ICCRAM projects as of January 2025:

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BIOREM project

SURFBIO project