For three weeks in June and July 2023, the ICMAB has hosted five students as part of the UAB Argó Programme. The programme offers students an immersive experience, engaging with researchers and technicians and gaining insights into the diverse scientific activities undertaken at the institute.

During their stay at ICMAB, the students delved into the intricacies of various research techniques employed by scientists. They had the chance to explore our cutting-edge facilities and learn about material characterization methods, including:

• The Nanoquim Platform's clean room, led by Luigi Morrone and Marta Gerbolés
• The Low Temperature and Magnetometry Service, guided by Bernat Bozzo and Ferran Vallès
• The Thermal Analysis Laboratory, overseen by Roberta Ceravola
• The X-ray Diffraction Laboratory, where Anna Crespi, Joan Esquius, and Xavi Campos shared their expertise
• The Electron Microscopy Service, under the guidance of Judith Oró and Ana Esther Carrillo

Moreover, the students were actively involved in hands-on experiences, such as preparing crystals and studying the crystallization process with researcher Nico Dix. They also had the unique opportunity to witness the intriguing quantum levitation phenomenon demonstrated using superconducting materials by Bernat Bozzo. 

 The collaboration between the ICMAB and the Argó Programme dates back to 2011, with the centre consistently providing a nurturing environment for young minds to explore science. The ICMAB remains committed to fostering the curiosity and passion for science among young talents, nurturing the next generation of researchers and innovators.

More information

• Six students at ICMAB within the Argó Program 2022 (2022)
• Three students spend three weeks at ICMAB with the UAB Argó Program (2021)
• Six students spend three weeks at the ICMAB thanks to the UAB Argó Program (2019)
• Four students from the UAB Argó Program have spent 10 days at the ICMAB this summer (2018)
• The students from the UAB Argó Program are ready to hit the road at ICMAB (2017)
• Programa Argó (2015)
• Programa Argó (2013)
• Estades a l'ICMAB, programa Argó (2011)
• Informació del Programa Argó UAB