The Dr. Josep Trueta Biomedical Research Institute of Girona (IDIBGI) and the Institute of Computational Chemistry and Catalysis (IQCC) of the University of Girona (UdG) have organized a joint event with the goal of fostering collaboration between researchers from different disciplines. The meeting, held at the IDIBGI in Salt, allowed the sharing of research lines, identification of synergies, and exploration of new collaboration opportunities.
During the session, researchers from the IQCC presented their research on the chemical synthesis of pharmacologically interesting products and the computational analysis of reaction mechanisms in enzymes. Meanwhile, the IDIBGI teams presented their projects developed in the five major health areas: cardiovascular and respiratory, metabolism and inflammation, neurosciences, oncohematology, and mental health.
This first exchange of synergies highlighted the potential of joining efforts between two institutions that share a commitment to society, scientific excellence, and innovation. “This meeting is a great opportunity to create synergies with the patron institutions of IDIBGI and combine efforts in the Girona region to advance in the mission of improving the health and quality of life of people,” emphasized the director of IDIBGI, Marga Nadal.
On the other hand, the director of IQCC highlighted that “this first meeting, which we hope will be the first of many, has established an initial contact between researchers from two powerful research institutes in Girona, IDIBGI and IQCC. In this way, researchers from both institutions realized that, despite working on topics that may seem distant at first glance, there are overlapping areas in which they can collaborate and help each other.” This alliance could be key to the development of new therapeutic tools, predictive models, and applications that address current health challenges.
About IDIBGI
The Dr. Josep Trueta Biomedical Research Institute of Girona (IDIBGI) focuses on translational research with the aim of improving health and healthcare. Organized into 24 research groups, it employs over 400 professionals and conducts research in the five major scientific areas. IDIBGI is a private foundation within the public sector of the Generalitat of Catalonia and is part of the Research Centers of Catalonia (CERCA).
About IQCC
The Institute of Computational Chemistry and Catalysis (IQCC) focuses its research on theoretical chemistry, homogeneous and enzymatic catalysis. As such, research and education are its two missions, naturally intertwined. With an international vision, it promotes cooperation between theoretical and experimental teams to tackle the major challenges in chemical sciences, contributing to the transition towards a circular economy. The IQCC consists of 112 researchers organized into three research units and fifteen research teams.
Girona, February 14, 2025
For more info: ges.iqcc@udg.edu