In a move to foster strategic collaborations in the field of sustainable mobility, the Principal Investigator of the MicroTech Lab recently visited Applus+ IDIADA, a global leader in automotive engineering and innovation. The visit marked an important step toward building bridges between academic research and industry, with a focus on technological advancement, environmental responsibility, and human-centered design.
With over 30 years of experience in vehicle development and validation, Applus+ IDIADA stands at the forefront of automotive innovation. The company’s holistic approach, based on a balance between cutting-edge technology, sustainability, and safety, aligns closely with the mission of the MicroTech Lab to deliver impactful research in advanced diagnostics and smart systems.
During the visit, both parties exchanged insights on current challenges in the automotive sector, including the transition toward decarbonization, the integration of connectivity and automation, and the push for digital transformation through virtual testing environments. These priorities are central to IDIADA’s innovation strategy, which is proactively aligned with global trends and future mobility needs.
The meeting opened the door to potential joint projects, drawing on MicroTech's research expertise and IDIADA's engineering capabilities to co-develop forward-thinking solutions for a safer and more sustainable mobility ecosystem.
This initiative underscores the commitment of both institutions to fostering an innovation ecosystem through strategic partnerships—accelerating the development of next-generation technologies for the automotive industry.