Strategic Partnerships CIC nanoGUNE actively collaborates with universities, research centers, and industry to promote technology transfer and competitiveness in the Basque Region. This positions them as a collaboration hub for advanced nanoscience initiatives, presenting opportunities for joint R&D programs, contract research, and sponsored projects with tech firms seeking nanotech capabilities.

Quantum Capabilities Recent launch of quantum hardware laboratories and collaboration with Quantum Motion indicates a growing capability in silicon-based quantum technologies. This creates potential sales openings for hardware development services, testing facilities, prototyping partnerships, and access to quantum ecosystem customers seeking lab and platform support.

Talent Programs New summer internship program suggests an ongoing pipeline of skilled researchers and engineers. Sales opportunities exist in offering curated training, internship sponsorships, equipment, software licenses, or joint student projects that align with partner organizations’ workforce development and early R&D engagement.

Outreach & Thought Leadership Active participation in science outreach events like Pint of Science Donostia enhances visibility among potential industry collaborators and regional policymakers. Use this channel to position offerings in collaborative research sponsorships, community-driven innovation programs, and industry-academia co-development initiatives.

Recognition & Funding Being recognized as María de Maeztu Unit of Excellence and BRTA member signals strong credibility and access to public funding streams. This can be leveraged to pursue government-aided research contracts, co-funding opportunities, and enterprise-facing tenders that favor proven research partners with robust reputations.