Dr. Aswin’s Application for the 74th Lindau Nobel Meeting

Lindau Nobel Meeting Logo

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Aswin Gopakumar’s application has been forwarded to the selection committee for the prestigious 74th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting! This remarkable achievement is a testament to Dr. Gopakumar’s dedication, hard work, and outstanding contributions to the field of chemistry. This prestigious event, held annually in Lindau, Germany, brings together … Read more

Networking at the PHOTOSINT Consortium Meeting: Dr. Aswin Gopakumar’s Experience at ICIQ

Dr. Gopakumar recently attended the PHOTOSINT 12-month consortium meeting held at the Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ-CERCA): PHOTOSINT project celebrates one year of advancements with a consortium meeting in Tarragona (iciq.org). This event, held in Tarragona September the 18th, was a significant opportunity for him to engage with fellow researchers and expand his … Read more

Empowering Diversity: Dr. de la Vega-Hernández’s ACS Cover Art

Dr. de la Vega cover ACS-wide Diversity & Inclusion Cover Art Program

Sharing her creativity and journey, Dr. Karen de la Vega-Hernández (Marie Curie Postdoctoral Fellow at the Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ-CERCA)) has been featured in the ACS-wide Diversity & Inclusion Cover Art Program. This initiative celebrates the diverse voices within the chemistry community and has been a platform for historically excluded or underserved … Read more

BIST: Dr. Gonçalves completes Scientific Project Management training

BIST Project Management Course 2024

I recently had the privilege of participating in a scientific project management course offered by the Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST). The “Scientific Project Management- Managing Projects With Impact, Excellence, And Eficacy” course is a comprehensive program designed to equip participants with essential project management skills through a blend of theory and practical … Read more

Summer Fellowship Supervision: Upconverting BiVO4 Motors with Bridget Allan

This summer, I had the pleasure of supervising Bridget Allan (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) during her fellowship at the Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ). Bridget joined us for a two-month stint as part of the ICIQ Summer School Fellowship, bringing her enthusiasm and fresh perspective to Dr. Villa team. The ICIQ Summer Fellowship Programme is … Read more

Reflections on Dr. Hammarback MSCA Fellowship: The Vital Role of Supervision

Supervision is a cornerstone of the MSCA fellowship experience, playing a crucial role in the professional and personal development of both the supervisor and the students. For fellows, the opportunity to mentor and guide junior researchers fosters essential skills in leadership, communication, and project management. These experiences are invaluable, preparing them for future roles in … Read more

Leadership in Action: Training

BIST diploma Leadership in action

The Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST) hosted its renowned training course: “Leadership in Action”. This program, designed with postdoctoral researchers in mind, was a unique opportunity for participants to develop essential skills for successful self-management and career progression. I attended the course on July 2023. It ran over three sessions. Each session, from … Read more

ICIQ 1st Open Data Day 2023

The Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) recently hosted its first-ever OpenData Day, a thrilling event dedicated to uncovering the potential and benefits of OpenData initiatives. This pioneering event marked a significant milestone in ICIQ’s commitment to promoting transparency, collaboration, and innovation. Throughout the day, we were immersed in a diverse range of topics related to OpenData. … Read more