Projects
ATLAS-Defining ALK2-Activin signaling axis in rare diseases
Activins are proteins that play an essential role in cell regulation; the body uses them to coordinate basic cellular functions, such as cell growth and specialisation. When their signalling fails, serious diseases can arise: cancer, cardiovascular problems and disorders affecting bones and muscles. However, blocking Activins throughout the body causes severe side effects. The ATLAS […]
ELPHBIG-Electron-phonon coupling at interfaces
Traditional theoretical models of electronic and phononic properties in solids are based on infinite, perfect crystals, whilst real materials feature interfaces, nanostructures and defects that break translational symmetry. Although modern experimental techniques are now capable of characterising these effects at the atomic scale, current computational methods still struggle to simulate such large and disordered systems.To […]
Preparation of new ultra-resistant composites reinforced with TMDs or Mxenos obtained at low temperature by Spark Plasma Sintering and cold sintering-Ceram2D
Premature wear of components and equipment poses a problem for industry, as corrective maintenance is required and impacts production and companies’ finances. Consequently, research focuses on identifying new materials with the necessary performance characteristics to extend the service life of equipment, requiring materials with good tribological properties, excellent mechanical strength, and high thermal conductivity.Accordingly, the […]
Quantum Pilot Line for the Production of Advanced Chips for Neutral-Atom European Technologies -Specific Grant Agreement 1
The European project “Quantum Pilot Line for the Production of Advanced Chips for Neutral-Atom European Technologies -Specific Grant Agreement 1″ aims to establish a robust pan-European pilot production line for the development and industrial deployment of quantum chips based on neutral atom technology. These platforms have high potential for applications in quantum computing, quantum simulation, […]
AI for Rydberg-Atom Quantum Simulation
Quantum machine learning is currently at a pivotal moment of innovation in both hardware and algorithms. This project aims to establish a two-way communication channel between a Rydberg-atom-based quantum processor—currently under development at CINN—and theoretical teams whose methods are specifically tailored to, and validated for, this architecture.The multi-level structure of this Rydberg platform, its programmable […]
Targeting Adenosine Receptors in Immune-Oncology
This project responds to the growing biopharmaceutical interest in developing small molecules targeting immune metabolism that complement existing immuno-oncology therapies, with limited success rates of 50%. We will address the characterization and therapeutic intervention of the A2B adenosine receptor (AR), a G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) that is part of the purinergic signaling pathway commonly altered […]
Bioinspired Singlet Fission Photon Multipliers (BioSinFin)
Higher efficiency for silicon solar cells Renewable energy is crucial for the EU to meet its climate goals and remain a global leader in clean energy. Photovoltaic (PV) technology, especially silicon-based solar panels, plays a big role in this effort. However, silicon solar cells lose some energy through a process called thermalisation, whereby excess photon […]
Additive manufacturing of bone scaffolds with antimicrobial properties (3D-BoneWhey)
3D-BoneWhey proposes a solution for two social problems: osteoporosis and antimicrobial resistance. This project thus aims to guarantee the lifelong health and well-being of people. During the project we will develop a new composite material as osteogenic template (scaffold) for bone regeneration that combines: bone regeneration capacity high mechanical strength and antimicrobial capacity