Knowledge-generating Bodies Directory

The Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) is a pioneering online public university based in Barcelona, founded in 1995, and specialises in flexible, fully-online higher education. It offers a wide spectrum of programmes, bachelor’s degrees, official and proprietary master’s, PhDs, continuing education, open courses, designed to adapt to students’ personal and work-lives. Its educational and research activities are strong in digital and online learning/society, ICT in education, health technology, social sciences and humanities; its research is organised in multiple interdisciplinary groups and centres. The UOC emphasises inclusion, equity, open knowledge, and supports learning across life stages.

The Universitat de Vic – Central University of Catalonia (UVic-UCC) is a public university under private management in Catalonia, Spain, with campuses in Vic, Manresa, Granollers, and Barcelona. Established in 1599 as the Literary University of Vic, it was re-founded in 1997 and restructured in 2014 through a federation with the Bages University Foundation.UVic-UCC offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across eight faculties, including Health and Welfare Sciences, Education and Humanities, Business and Communication, and Engineering. The university emphasises applied research, regional development, and international collaboration. It is recognised for its commitment to academic quality and community engagement.With a student population of over 15,000, UVic-UCC is a significant educational institution in Catalonia, known for its strong ties to the local community and its role in fostering innovation and knowledge transfer.

The Universitat Internacional de Catalunya (UIC Barcelona) is a private, non-profit university founded in 1997 and officially recognised by the Parliament of Catalonia. It operates under the Christian humanist tradition and is affiliated with the Prelature of Opus Dei.UIC Barcelona offers a diverse range of academic programs, including 16 undergraduate degrees, over 30 international double degrees, and a variety of master's and postgraduate courses. These programs are available in Catalan, Spanish, and English, catering to both local and international students.The university maintains two campuses: the main campus in Barcelona and another in Sant Cugat del Vallès. It is a member of the Xarxa Vives d'Universitats, a network of Catalan-speaking universities.UIC Barcelona is committed to research and knowledge transfer, focusing on ethical solutions to contemporary socio-economic and environmental challenges. The university promotes sustainability across its community, encompassing organisation, teaching, research, and environmental management.With a student body of over 6,000, UIC Barcelona fosters a vibrant academic environment that emphasises personal development, ethical values, and professional readiness.

The Universitat Abat Oliba CEU (UAO CEU) is a private Catholic university in Barcelona, Spain, founded in 1973 and officially recognised as a university in 2003. Part of the CEU educational group, it offers undergraduate, master’s, and postgraduate programs across faculties of Law and Business, Communication, Education and Humanities, and Health and Life Sciences, including bilingual and dual-degree options. Located on the historic Bellesguard campus, the university combines a distinctive architectural environment with a focus on academic excellence, internationalisation, ethical values, and employability, fostering professional and personal development for its students.

The Fundació Institució dels Centres de Recerca de Catalunya (iCERCA) is a public foundation established by the Government of Catalonia to coordinate and support the 42 research centres within the CERCA system. Its mission is to enhance the development, visibility, and impact of Catalan research by fostering synergies, strategic cooperation, and facilitating interactions with public and private entities. iCERCA plays a pivotal role in promoting research excellence and innovation across various scientific disciplines in Catalonia.

The University of Navarra is an academic institution whose mission is to seek and transmit truth; to contribute to the academic, cultural, and personal development of its students; to promote scientific research and healthcare activity; to provide appropriate opportunities for growth to its professors and staff; and to carry out extensive cultural outreach and social engagement.

It is a university with a plural and international vocation, with a presence worldwide. An example of this is its seven campuses: Pamplona, San Sebastián, Barcelona, Madrid, Munich, New York, and São Paulo.

The Knowledge & Tech Transfer Office (TRANSFER) is responsible for managing the transfer of innovation generated at the University of Navarra and the Clínica Universidad de Navarra. Its main goal is to create a significant impact on society and the productive sector by fostering the application of research results developed across the University’s different Schools and Research Centers.

TRANSFER drives projects in strategic fields such as advanced therapies, nutrition and medical devices, among others, promoting collaboration with companies, institutions, and entrepreneurs to transform knowledge into tangible solutions.

Lurederra is a technological center that carries out research and applied technological development activities in the fields of nanotechnology, new materials and advanced environment at the service of companies and economical agents at both national and international level, including the subsequent implementation of the innovations developed in the industrial production centers.

Aware of the fundamental role of enterprises as generators of economic and social welfare, Lurederra makes available to the industrial network its own means for R & D in terms of technologies, processes and even materials and which should always result in a competitiveness improvement for the business sector. And this is more feasible from the uniqueness of Lurederra technologies capable of generating high-value industrial products.

Lurederra, recognized by the Ministry of Science and Innovation as Technological Center with the number 98, has achieved an excellent junction with the industrial sector, having carried out by the moment more than three hundred (300) long term projects of industrial research and technological development, both nationals and internationals, mainly within the R & D European Framework Programs. Therefore, it is already considered by many companies as its technology partner.

Lurederra sustains its activity on values such as:

–Commitment: Lurederra assumes as own the technology needs raised, with the client’s vision as the axis of its activity.
–Innovation: The center bets for advanced research and innovation, which should always result in a competitiveness improvement of the business sector.
–Professionalism: Lurederra is composed by excellent professionals who demonstrate daily their good work, willingness to serve, strong technical capabilities and high creativity.
–Confidentiality: Lurederra at all times operates with customers from the perspective of strict confidentiality, joint development of ideas and technologies, maximum understanding and optimal collaboration.

At NAITEC, we are dedicated to advancing innovations in technology and engineering through collaborative partnerships and research initiatives. Our team of experts works closely with industry stakeholders to develop practical solutions that address real-world challenges. We foster a dynamic environment where creativity meets expertise, ensuring that our projects and services drive growth and efficiency across various sectors. Together, we aim to lead the charge in technological advancement and make a meaningful impact in the industry.

UPNA is a public university founded in 1987 by the Parliament of Navarre, with campuses in Pamplona and Tudela.

It develops its academic activity in all the areas of knowledge: Engineering, Sciences, Health Sciences, Social and Legal Sciences and Arts and Humanities.

UPNA includes an offer of 27 Bachelor's degrees (and 10 double Bachelor's degrees)  and 35 Master’s degrees (and 6 double master’s degrees), apart from a wide range of doctorate programmes and UPNA’s own degrees.

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The University of Cambridge is a world-leading public research university in Cambridge, England, founded in 1209, making it the fourth-oldest surviving university in the English-speaking world. It comprises 31 autonomous colleges and over 100 academic departments and faculties, serving around 25,000 students across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Cambridge is dedicated to the advancement of education and research at the highest international level, with core values of freedom of thought and expression, and has contributed significantly to global knowledge, innovation and societal impact.

The University of Huddersfield is a public research university in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England, established in its current form in 1992 (with roots going back to 1825). It is known for its strong commitment to teaching quality—earning a Gold rating in the 2023 UK Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). With over 15,000 students from more than 130 countries, it offers a friendly, campus-based learning environment in the heart of a vibrant town. The university emphasises work-ready graduates, offering professional work placements and industry engagement, and hosts recognised research groups in fields such as biomedical sciences, engineering and the arts.

The King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) is a graduate-level, research-intensive university established in 2009 on the Red Sea coast near Thuwal, Saudi Arabia. It operates almost entirely in English, with a highly international community (over 100 nationalities) and a strong focus on addressing global challenges in areas such as water, energy, environment, food, health and the digital domain. KAUST features world-class research facilities, a very large endowment, and a purpose-built campus designed to promote interdisciplinary work, innovation and knowledge transfer.

The Universidade NOVA de Lisboa is a public research university in Lisbon, Portugal, founded in 1973, that has grown into a globally-oriented institution offering undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programmes through nine academic units spread across the Lisbon metropolitan area. With a strong emphasis on both teaching and research — notably across its NOVA School of Business & Economics, NOVA School of Science & Technology and other faculties — NOVA is recognised as one of the top young European universities and leads nationally in metrics of impact and internationalisation. Its mission blends a “global” character (through international partnerships and multinationals students) with a “civic” commitment to its region, Portuguese-speaking countries and societal challenges, positioning itself as a university that serves both the local community and the world.

The University of the Basque Country (EHU / UPV) is the public university of the Basque Autonomous Community, with campuses in Bizkaia, Gipuzkoa, and Álava. It offers undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs in a wide range of disciplines. EHU / UPV emphasizes research, internationalization, and engagement with the social, cultural, and economic environment. Its mission also includes knowledge transfer, supporting regional development, sustainability, innovation, and academic excellence while preserving the Basque language and culture.

The University of the Balearic Islands (UIB) is the public university of the Balearic Islands, founded in 1978 and based in Palma de Mallorca, with campuses in Menorca and Ibiza. It offers undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs in various disciplines including science, humanities, social sciences, health, and technology. UIB emphasizes applied research, sustainability, and knowledge transfer, acting as a key contributor to the educational, social, and economic development of the Balearic Islands.