ICFO

In research: The center will concentrate a critical mass of research members and associated staff to conduct cutting-edge, wide-scoped research ranging from telecommunications and information technologies to biotechnology, and including remote sensing, quantum information, and industrial photonics.

In training: The center offers the opportunity to obtain a PhD degree in optical sciences with a broad coverage of its basics and applications. The working language, in research and training, is English.

In economic development and wealth generation: The center will be highly proactive in establishing working partnerships with industrial corporations, and fostering spin-off creation by research members. The center participates in incubator activities and seeks to attract investment venture capital.