Overview
About
The Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) is a public foundation dedicated to chemical research aimed at addressing global challenges such as the climate emergency and human health. Recognised with two Severo Ochoa Centres of Excellence accreditations since 2014, the centre hosts 250 researchers distributed across 19 research groups focused on sustainable catalysis, renewable energies, and decarbonisation, as well as molecular medicine. These groups drive frontier research using both computational and experimental tools. ICIQ scientists have secured a total of 26 projects funded by the European Research Council (ERC), and nine of them are ICREA professors (Catalan Institution for Research and Advanced Studies). Located in Tarragona, ICIQ works closely with industry to enhance its competitiveness, fostering the development of innovative applications and the training of qualified professionals. As a CERCA centre and a member of the Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST), ICIQ is committed to sustainable and equitable development, open science, and the social impact of research.
Leading from the standpoint of molecular science, we aim to pioneer cross-cutting strategies to address major social and economic challenges such as climate change and sustainable supply of raw materials and energy. This contribution seeks to foster the development of a knowledge-based economy that enhances the quality of life for all citizens.
To become a centre of international reference in the training of new generations of scientists, and to contribute, through chemical research, to provide solutions to the global challenges and to the development of a sustainable and equitable future, open science and the social impact of research.
We promote research in chemistry as a driving force to contribute to a sustainable and equitable future that improves the lives of future generations and the state of the planet.
History
Director’s message
Prof. Emilio J. Palomares Gil
“At ICIQ, our mission is to lead global research in chemistry to address major social and economic challenges, driving scientific progress for a sustainable and equitable future that benefits generations to come.”
ICIQ Community
ICIQ community represents a fundamental pillar in the daily life of the institute. Its main objective is to foster integration and cohesion among all the members of the centre.
Guidelines and policies
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Research Integrity
Research Integrity
ICIQ research is based on the principle of integrity. Our researchers are committed to observing the highest standards in the conduct of their research. Scientific honesty and truthfulness in research and peer review are our pillars. We are convinced that integrity in planning, execution, presentation and assessment of the research work is essential in ensuring excellence. To this end ICIQ has approved the Guidelines for Research Integrity and Good Scientific Practice at ICIQ that all researchers must comply with.
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Enviromental Policy
Enviromental Policy
The ICIQ Environmental Policy emphasizes the institute's commitment to sustainability through its focus on catalysis, a key activity for developing greener chemistry. This approach aims to create products selectively while minimizing energy use, raw material consumption, and waste generation.
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Gender Equality Plan
Gender Equality Plan
The Institute of Catalan Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) reaffirms its commitment to establishing and implementing policies that promote equal treatment and opportunities between women and men, avoiding direct or indirect discrimination based on gender.
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Recruitment Policy
Recruitment Policy
ICIQ adheres to the principles set out in the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers in 2011 and has been implementing its principles in all recruitment processes since then.
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CERCA Policy
CERCA Policy
ICIQ, as a CERCA centre, adheres to the CERCA Code of Conduct, which can be fully accessed here. The Code of Conduct ensures good management practices in areas such as transparency, industrial property management, and scientific integrity, among others.
Accreditations of excellence
Networks and alliances
Events
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December 2024
20
Enhancing POMSimulator Applications in Heteropolyoxometalates: a Statistical and Data-Driven Approach
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January 2025
09
ERC Grants: Catalyzing Research Excellence and Innovation
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January 2025
10
Novel Supramolecular Gold(I)-Cavitand Catalysts and Approach to the Total Synthesis of Monomarginine
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January 2025
13
BIST Seminar – Title to be announced
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