The group is made out of scientists with complementary backgrounds and expertise focused on the research of basic problems in the realm of Molecular Physics. The subjects of study are mainly systems of relevance in astronomical environments or in the Earth’s atmosphere. The group works in close collaboration with astrophysicists and atmospheric scientists. A combination of experimental techniques and theoretical approaches is used for the investigation of the selected objectives.

The group is formed in the 80's leading the implementation of laser techniques in spain through the 'CSIC mobilization program for lasers and their applications'. In Spain it is pioneer on the application onf lasers to high resolution spectroscopy, studying vibration and rotation os small molecules. The group stands out for the development of complex experimental techniques, not commercially available: stimulated Raman spectroscopy, Raman pumping, time-resolved double-resonance Raman-Raman, and difference frequency infrared spectroscopy.

The Materials for Medicine and Biotechnology Group (MaMBIO) is integrated in the Energy, Environment and Health Department and member of the Materials for Health Research topic, is devoted to search for new perspectives on the synthesis, structure and function of materials. Its main research topics focus on: 1. The preparation of nanomaterials, primarily nanoparticles, its modification by doping or coating and stabilizaiton in colloidal suspensions. 2. Design and development of 3D biomaterials 3.

Preparation of Hierarchical Bioinspired Materials: Applications in Energy and Environmental Sustainability

Activity related to the conversion and storage of energy in electrochemical devices (fuel cells, rechargeable lithium batteries and supercapacitors). Hydrogen storage in metal hydrides. Having new electrode materials with remarkable electrochemical properties, safe and respectful with the environment is fundamental for the development of new electrochemical accumulators (batteries / supercapacitors) and sustainable energy conversion devices (fuel cells).

The research group Nanocharacterization of Materials (NanoCarma) studies the relationship between the micro- and nanostructure and the properties of materials. The research team has a large experience in the synthesis of materials and their micro- and nanocharacterization, with techniques like high resolution transmission electron microscopy (HRTEM) and associated techniques (XEDS, EELS, ELNES), optical spectroscopies and Raman microscopy, neutron diffraction and magnetic properties measurements.

Optical radiation is one of the most important sources for information and knowledge of the universe; therefore, research focusing on its measurement and detection is a key factor to guarantee that the extracted knowledge and information are correct. GIMRO’s activity is concerned with the experimental and theoretical knowledge about optical radiation measurement, from the ultraviolet to the near-infrared, and its interaction with matter, developing methods and absolute standards without the need to external reference or calibration.

The Visual Optics and Biophotonics Lab (VIOBIO) develops new technologies focus for research, evaluation and improvement of vision. The Group is also pioneer in the research of the eye’s optical and structural changes caused by myopia, corneal disease and treatment, crystalline lens accommodation and aging (presbyopia). One of the most remarkable recent achievements of the Group is the 3-D high-resolution full quantitative biometry and geometry of the eye. The group has also pioneered discoveries on the visual impact of the ocular optics using adaptive optics.

Theoretical and experimental study of nonlinear effects in optical fiber waveguides, with particular emphasis on telecommunications and sensing applications, fiber lasers and the implementation of novel fiber-based photonic systems based on nonlinear interactions. Optical fiber metrology and instrumentation.

The research of AIMAS group focusses on the development of innovative analytical techniques and methodologies, mainly of separation (gas and liquid chromatography and capillary electrophoresis), and on their application in studies in the environmental, food and health fields, paying special attention to the interrelationship between these three areas.