Titled “Electronics, energy and health: they’re all materials science”, the article follows the stories of four ICMAB researchers — Núria Aliaga-Alcalde, Alexandre Ponrouch, Paula Mayorga-Burrezo and Afroditi Koutsogianni — each working at the intersection of disciplines to advance innovation in their fields. Their work ranges from sustainable batteries to molecular electronics, nanomedicine and nanoimprint lithography.
Their experiences reflect the collaborative and supportive research environment at ICMAB, a Severo Ochoa Centre of Excellence recognized for its scientific leadership and commitment to training the next generation of researchers.
Read the full article on Nature’s website: Electronics, energy and health: they’re all materials science – Nature Spotlight Spain
Lighting the way: soft nanoimprint lithography is one area where ICMAB researchers are pushing boundaries | Dean Kos, ICMAB-CSIC
About Nature Spotlight Spain
Spotlight Spain is a special feature by Nature exploring how Spanish research is responding to some of today’s most urgent global challenges, particularly those related to climate change. From devastating floods to increasing heatwaves, Spain is at the forefront of climate impact — and also of scientific innovation.
This spotlight highlights the work of researchers across fields such as soil health, green hydrogen, biomedical innovation and sustainable materials. It features articles on climate adaptation strategies, local solutions for sustainability, and Spain’s emerging scientific hubs — including the growing life sciences ecosystem in Barcelona and the dynamic innovation coming from Galicia.
Through these stories, Nature sheds light on how Spanish science is not only understanding the changing world, but actively shaping a more resilient future.
Read the full section on Nature’s website: Nature Spotlight Spain
As extreme weather events become more frequent in Spain, researchers are working on innovative strategies to mitigate the impacts of climate change on ecosystems and communities | Nature Spotlight Spain