Research structures
The lines of activity of the university institutes are the following:
• - University Institute of Concrete Science and Technology (ICITECH):.
Created in 2005, its objective is to combine the efforts of the different groups that work at the UPV in the field of concrete, construction and structures. Its research scope focuses on the characterization of materials, testing of structures and construction elements, development of models, advice and specialized consulting.
• - University Institute of Information and Communications Technologies (ITACA):.
His research field covers the areas of digital electronic systems, industrial electronics, high-performance computing systems, telecommunications systems, health care systems and industrial applications of electromagnetism.
• - University Institute of Industrial Automation and Informatics. AI2:.
Its activities focus on the application of systems engineering and Information and Communications Technologies in production processes. Its fundamental lines of research are robotics, industrial computing, computer vision, computer graphics and process control.
• - CMT University Institute*Thermal Engines:.
The CMT*Thermal Engines Institute, dedicated to the study of thermal engines, has a lot of international activity in the research and development of diesel engines, with more than 25 years of experience in advanced research in the automotive sector.
• - University Institute for Conservation and Improvement of Valencian Agrodiversity:.
Its objectives are the recovery, conservation and improvement of agricultural diversity and, in particular, traditional Valencian varieties. To achieve these objectives, it combines genetic improvement techniques and new biotechnology tools.
• - University Institute of Water and Environmental Engineering. IIAMA:.
The IIAMA develops its lines of research around areas related to water and the environment, and covers all processes related to the hydrological cycle of water.
• - University Institute of Food Engineering for Development:.
Since its constitution, the Institute aims to influence aspects of development directly linked to food, such as a more rational use of natural resources, greater quality and safety in food, and more hygienic, efficient and environmentally friendly manufacturing and conservation processes.
• - University Institute of Multidisciplinary Mathematics. IMM:.
This university institute is dedicated to research, technological development and innovation in the field of applied mathematics, with a vocation for multidisciplinary interaction with the technological and social environment.
• - University Institute of Pure and Applied Mathematics. IUMPA:.
The IUMPA works in the Valencian Community in the field of mathematics, especially in the field of pure mathematics, in the direction of basic science and in collaboration with other centers and departments.
• - University Institute of Heritage Restoration. IRP:.
Its activities focus on the conservation and restoration of historical*artistic heritage, and is structured into two thematic areas: the Area of Intervention in the Pictorial and Sculptural Heritage, and the Area of Intervention in the Architectural Heritage.
• - University Institute of Nanophotonic Technology. NTC:.
This institute is a European leader in micro/nanofabrication of silicon structures to develop nanotechnology and nanoscience, in particular, the possible applications of photonics in areas such as fiber optic systems and networks, biophotonics, defense, security, photonic computing, etc.
• - University Institute of Telecommunications and Multimedia Applications. iTEAM:.
iTEAM develops its research, development and innovation activities in areas such as optical communications, mobile communications, audio processing, microwave applications, electromagnetic radiation, signal processing, multimedia communications, etc.
• - Joint University Institute of Plant Molecular and Cellular Biology. IBMCP:.
Joint center of the UPV and the Higher Council for Scientific Research (CSIC), its objective is to generate knowledge to obtain plants with greater productivity, fruit quality or properties with high added value, and more resistant to stress to contribute to less aggressive agriculture with the environment.
• - Mixed University Institute of Biomechanics of Valencia. IBV:.
The IBV is a technology center that studies the behavior of the human body and its relationship with the products, environments and services that people use. It is a center agreed upon between the Institute of Small and Medium Industry of the Generalitat Valenciana (IMPIVA) and the UPV that is dedicated to improving the quality of life of people in the fields of health and well-being technologies.
• - Joint University Institute of Chemical Technology. ITQ:.
The ITQ, a joint center of the UPV and the Higher Council for Scientific Research (CSIC), focuses its research in the field of chemical and materials technologies, in the development of catalysts, the transformation of biomass into energy or applications for photovoltaic cells, hydrogen storage and fuel cells.
• - Joint Technological University Institute of Informatics. ITI:.
The ITI is a technological center specialized in Information and Communications Technologies, in areas such as artificial vision, biometrics, human language processing technologies, multimodal interfaces, software quality and testing, computational intelligence, augmented reality, biomedical signal processing, communications networks, etc. It belongs to the Network of Technological Institutes of the Valencian Community (REDIT).
• - University Institute of Animal Science and Technology:.
The mission of the Institute of Animal Science and Technology is the development of research in the field of technology applied to animal production and associated basic science, with the aim of improving production systems, the competitiveness of livestock companies and their sustainability.
• - University Institute of Energy Engineering:.
This center addresses research, technological development and innovation in the fields of thermal, electrical, nuclear, renewable energies and advanced systems from a multidisciplinary perspective.
• - University Institute of Industrial, Radiophysical and Environmental Safety. ISIRYM:.
ISIRYM began its activity in 2004 and since then stands out for its research in the fields of electrochemical engineering, corrosion, nuclear safety, membrane processes and reactors. It has recognized international prestige in the area of nuclear safety and electrochemical engineering.
The own research structures of the UPV are:
• - Mediterranean Agroforestry Institute. IAM:.
This center focuses its activity on the areas of protection and production of fruits, vegetables and ornamental plants, and ecology in the Mediterranean basin. His research scope covers citrus and fruit growing, agroforestry entomology, fungi, agroforestry ecology, substrates, virology, etc.
• - Design Institute for Automated Manufacturing and Production. IDF:.
Its activity focuses on research, technology transfer, technical advice and teaching in the fields of design, prototyping, manufacturing, automation and robotics, and covers the entire product life cycle, with special emphasis on improving production processes.
• - Research Institute for Integrated Coastal Zone Management. IGIC:.
Located in the Gandía region, the IGIC aims to develop knowledge in different areas of action of integrated management: from coastal territory planning to technological tools for intervention and monitoring of ecosystems.
• - Institute of Molecular Recognition and Technological Development:.
Established as a research center at the end of 2008, it is an inter-university institute of the UPV and the University of Valencia. His research activity focuses on the fields of human health, safety, food and the environment. More specifically, in the development of chemical sensors, pharmacological studies, new materials, new methods and microelectronic equipment.
• - Institute of Materials Technology:.
The Materials Technology Institute focuses its research, development and innovation activities on “materials science”, in areas such as research into new materials, degradation, recycling of polymers and construction materials, metallurgy and plastics.
• - Transport and Territory Institute:.
Its activities focus on the development and participation in programs, projects and research networks in the field of transport and its impact on the territory, through an interdisciplinary team.
• - Institute of Knowledge Management and Innovation. WIT:.
The INGENIO Institute, a joint center of the UPV and the Higher Council for Scientific Research (CSIC), focuses its activity on studies on innovation and the analysis of the relationships between science and innovation, and public policies on science, technology and innovation.
• - Institute of Instrumentation for Molecular Imaging. I3M:.
Joint center of the UPV, the Higher Council for Scientific Research (CSIC) and the Center for Energy, Environmental and Technological Research (CIEMAT), its priority activity consists of research into new scientific instrumentation techniques for imaging applications in the biomedical field. More specifically, his research focuses on the development of instruments for obtaining molecular images of the organism.
• - Interuniversity Research Institute in Bioengineering and Human-Oriented Technology. I3BH:.
The i3BH is made up of the Bioengineering Unit of the UPV and the Clinical Psychology departments of the universities of Valencia and Jaime I of Castellón. Its main activity is oriented towards research into new technologies applied to improving human capabilities.
• - Institute of Electrical Technology. ITE:.
Created in 1994 as an association of technology companies with the support of the Valencian Institute of Medium and Small Industry (IMPIVA) and the UPV, it orients its services, projects and products towards the energy, electricity, electronics and communications sectors.
• - Advanced Center for Food Microbiology:.
His research includes the development of new molecular methods to quickly and reliably detect bacteria that can be especially dangerous for consumers of food products.
• - Center for Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering:.
It focuses its activity on the development of materials for tissue regeneration and the study of the interaction of synthetic materials with cells. In it, materials are produced and modified, their properties are measured and characterized, and biological interaction is studied through cell culture.
• - Quality and Change Management Center:.
Created in 2007 as a result of the integration of five research groups from the UPV, its lines of research focus on the development of excellence and quality models, process improvement, higher education management, change management tools, project management and its optimization.
• - Center for Economic Engineering:.
Its research activity focuses on the field of valuation and appraisal of various assets (rural and urban real estate, works of art, architectural heritage, capital goods, financial assets, companies, intangible assets, etc.), in collaboration with other Spanish and foreign universities, as well as with professional associations and the Public Administration.
• - Art and Environment Research Center. CIAE:.
Its purpose is to investigate the interaction between different artistic disciplines and their relationship with the environment, while promoting the promotion and dissemination of knowledge.
• - Business Management Research Center (CEGEA):.
Created at the end of the seventies, CEGEA develops its research and teaching work in the field of postgraduate training in agri-food business management.
• - Production Management and Engineering Research Center. CIGIP:.
The CIGIP focuses its activity in the field of production management and engineering, through operations management, supply and distribution chain management, modeling and business engineering.
• - Research Center on Software Production Methods (ProS):.
The ProS Center aims to improve traditional software development methods and provide new methods and techniques in order to systematically and productively develop quality software.
• - Research Center in Graphic Technologies:.
The Graphic Technologies Research Center has been dedicated to research and development of projects within the world of graphic arts, ceramics and color management for more than a decade.
• - Vehicle Technology Research Center:.
This center works on solving technical problems in the industrial field related to the railway and automotive sectors. Within the group, the lines of research dedicated to structural integrity, vibrations, noise, vehicle dynamics and robotics stand out.
• - Multidisciplinary Center for Fluid Modeling:.
His lines of research include the study of new methodologies for the design of urban water supply and evacuation facilities, and the search for water and energy saving strategies.
• - Center for Physical Technologies: Acoustics, Materials and Astrophysics:.
Its main lines of research are, on the one hand, the research and development of photonic materials and applications based on them, and, on the other, the application and development of applications in the field of acoustics.
• - Valencian Center for Irrigation Studies. CVER:.
The CVER is a multidisciplinary research center created in 1996 by the Department of Agriculture of the Valencian Government and the UPV, aimed at knowledge and research on Valencian irrigation, with the aim of providing solutions to improve irrigation efficiency.
• - Network Center to Support Innovation in the Prevention of Occupational Risks:.
This center is an initiative of the UPV and the Ministry of Economy, Finance and Employment of the Generalitat of Valencia, with the support of different economic and social agents, whose objective is the promotion of research, technological development and innovation activities in the field of occupational risk prevention.
• - Network Center for R&D&I in Biomedical Engineering. CRIB:.
The CRIB's activities focus on the application of Information and Communications Technologies to the field of health, better known as e*health. Specifically, it works in the fields of telemedicine and telecare, clinical information integration systems, computer-assisted medical intervention or virtual reality applied to health.
• - Network Center for R&D&I in Automotive Engineering:.
Its objective is the development and transfer of technology for the automotive sector in areas such as product development, advice, testing, certifications, training and information.