Aitiip Centro Tecnológico

Mrs. Eva Sanchís (Industrial sociologist, Head of training) is a sociologist with master degree in Gamification, Methodologies and Emerging Technologies applied to Education, other in European Communities and European Union and other in Marketing Research. University expert in Qualitative Techniques for Social Research; Design and Statistical Treatment of Surveys and DATA MINING. Professional Expert in Agent of Social and Employment Integration. She has experience in management of training national programs and in completion of training analysis and diagnosis. At European level, she has designed and managed several Leonardo and ERASMUS + projects.

Degree in chemistry and a master in nanomaterials by the University of Zaragoza. Scientific contributions in different fields like polymeric nanomembranes for CO2 capture, nanoaditives, biobinders in advanced materials, biofibers and biocomposites. Involved in LIFE + and BBI projects, Julio Vidal has been involved in more than 10 R&D competitive funded projects. Julio is involved in R&D projects focused on new polymeric materials for new plastic applications. So, he has knowledge in the definition new formulations for advanced materials (thermoplastic, thermosets, elastomers, etc.). Besides, he has a wide experience in diverse plastic transformation processes such as injection moulding, film-blowing, casting and 3D Printing. In addition.

Lara is a journalist with more than 10 years of experience working in national and regional media. She has an expertise in armed conflicts and corporate spokespersons. Most of her career has been spent working in national Spanish television. Currently, she is part of the Aitiip team managing the communication of the technology center, leading dissemination of European projects.

Javier holds an Environmental Sciences degree and a master’s degree in Land and Environmental Management, both by the University of Zaragoza. Currently working on EU research and development projects management, his previous experience is focused on international product standards and certification, and testing lab accreditation. He has also worked on quality and environmental management systems implementation and maintenance.

David Ponce (PhD Specialist in Coordination of European R&D&I Projects | Circular Economy | Sustainable Innovation, Head of European and International Programs): is a Doctor in Engineering from the University of Zaragoza, David Ponce Pérez is a highly qualified professional in the strategic management of research and innovation projects, with a particular focus on sustainability, circular economy, and multi-criteria analysis methodologies. During his academic career, David specialized in logistics project management, developing advanced skills in planning, systems analysis, and decision-making. He currently leads European programs at the AitiipTechnological Center, where he aligns the center’s initiatives with the European Union's priorities towards a more sustainable, resilient, and inclusive economy. David coordinates and oversees the execution of projects funded by programs such as Horizon 2020 and LIFE, ensuring their alignment with European strategic objectives.

Marta is specialised in materials characterisation and industrial applications. She has extensive experience in managing characterisation facilities, laboratories and in project management. With over six years of experience leading European projects, Marta is currently the head of the European Project Management department at Aitiip. Marta has been involved in over 30 European research projects. Coordinating and managing economic, administrative and legal issues for Horizon Europe, H2020, BBI/CBE, LIFE and other EU-funded projects from the grant agreement preparation phase to the closure of the project.

José Antonio Dieste (PhD Mechanical Engineer, University of Zaragoza, Head of Robotics, Mechatronics and Advanced Processes). He is currently leading the lines of research, related to areas such as robotics, additive manufacturing and manufacturing processes linked to factories of the future and industry 4.0. After obtaining his PhD in Mechanical Engineering in 2016, he has extended his participation in the functions of Principal Investigator and coordinator of several major European projects, mainly in the topics described. He has extensive experience in the management of R+D projects, highlighting his role as technical coordinator in the KRAKEN (HORIZON 2020) and MEGAROB (FP7) projects. Member of the STANDARDIZATION COMMITTEE CTN 116