In 2019 around 760 researchers were working in IMDEA institutes, of which 43% were doctors. Of these, approximately 42% were from abroad and more than half have obtained qualifications from foreign universities and bring experience from other research centres outside Spain.
IMDEA 2019
Since it was founded, IMDEA has attracted outstanding researchers with international experience. Its selection processes follows the standards used by the best research centres in the world, being based strictly on scientific criteria and without regard to borders.
43.4M€
Combined total budget 2019
51%
Funds obtained through competitive calls and contracts with companies
575
Research projects
and contracts
40%
Projects financed by the European Union and other international organisations
19
Projects support by European Research Counsil
- Almost 18,000 citations
- Over 700 indexed publications
Training
For the IMDEA institutes the training phase of a researcher’s career is important.
- IMDEA institutes collaborate with 351 researchers in the early stages of their professional career.
- 53 doctoral theses have been defended.
