Welcome to the website of The Institute of Molecular Science (ICMol) at the University of Valencia

It has been over two decades since the creation of ICMol in the year 2000, and it’s time to reflect on the journey without succumbing to complacency or nostalgia. In the realm of fundamental research, it’s crucial to look ahead, identify the frontiers of knowledge, and actively explore them. This perspective holds particular significance for those involved in the leadership and management of research centers like ICMol. It is part of our mission at ICMol, to continue advancing the role of molecular aspects of nanoscience and new materials, achieving the grand technological challenges of our global society. Let’s say, exploring small matter for a better life. That was our goal when we created this center in 2000. Just 15 years later, the ICMol achieved recognition as a Maria de Maeztu Unit of Excellence by the Ministry of Science and Innovation due to the prestige accumulated by our multidisciplinary research groups. This continues today. Our researchers gather grants and awards from the highest research institutions, such as the European Research Council, and their articles are widely cited in scientific journals. The Master in Molecular Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (interuniversity) as well as the Master’s in Theoretical Chemistry and Computational Modeling, along with their associated courses and doctoral programs, are highly sought after. Additionally, ICMol plays a significant role in organizing the European School of Molecular Nanoscience (ESMolNA), a training school aimed at providing a suitable framework for showcasing and extensively discussing the state of the art. We are on the frontline in raising funding from regional, national and European institutions. We maintain a strong commitment to industry to boost collaborative projects to help companies to be more competitive and to make advances towards sustainability. Since 2018, the Generalitat Valenciana promotes ICMol’s Scientific Unit for Industrial Innovation (UCIE) to facilitate transfer to industry. We have built a reservoir of knowledge that companies can use to solve the problems they face. Through pioneering research and broad-based education, at ICMol we will continue to strengthen our international reputation for excellence in molecular materials solutions to future challenges in health, sustainability, energy efficiency, national security, and advanced manufacturing. Our vision is to remain pioneers in this molecular approach. We hope you find the site useful. Welcome to ICMol!