Summer Course ‘Almeria: a valley of green hydrogen’

The future of Almeria as a green hydrogen production pole is the important theme of one of the summer courses of the University of Almeria inaugurated this Wednesday, in which some of the best experts in the field, both academic and professional, will intervene. Almeria, a valley of green hydrogen’, directed by Antonio Romerosa, was inaugurated in the culture hall of the Unicaja Foundation, with the presence of the Vice-Rector for Science Policy, José Antonio Sánchez Pérez, and the Director of the UAL Summer Courses, Amalia Magán, who addressed the 36 people registered to welcome them and highlight the importance of the subject they will be discussing over three days.

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Summer Course ‘Industrial processes based on algae’

José Luis Guzmán, professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Almeria, spoke of the need to overcome the lack of interaction between academia and industry in order for the latter to invest in the application of technology in processes based on microalgae. The professor participated in the Summer Course ‘Industrial processes based on algae’.

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Summer Course “Energy transition through renewables”

With all places filled, the summer course ‘The energy transition through renewables’ began this Monday, one of the most current topics of the varied programme of this 25th edition of the Summer Courses of the University of Almeria. This course is ‘fundamental for understanding the transition to the different renewable energy alternatives, a course that is a benchmark for its speakers, both academic and professional, for the knowledge and research work that will be discussed, and for the scheduled visits that will be made’, as Amalia Magán, director of the UAL Summer Courses, pointed out during the inauguration of the seminar, in the facilities of the Official College of Agricultural Engineers.

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Aqualia Chair Summer Course “Challenges and opportunities in the integral water cycle”

The summer course ‘Challenges and opportunities in the integral water cycle’ was held on 9, 10 and 11 July and was a resounding success, exceeding all expectations. Due to the great interest generated, the number of places offered was increased to a total of 35 students, who were able to enjoy an intensive and enriching programme.

The course featured 13 lectures given by professional experts from various fields, including academia, business and local public administration. These presentations offered an updated and comprehensive view of the water sector, addressing crucial issues such as the new water legislation, highlighting the RD 3/2023 and the imminent Wastewater Treatment Directive, which will significantly impact Spain due to new requirements.

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THE MASTER’S DEGREE IN SOLAR ENERGY INCLUDED IN THE SELECTION MADE BY EL MUNDO NEWSPAPER

The University of Almeria has seen, for the first time, how three of its Master’s programmes have been included in the selection made by the newspaper El Mundo among more than a thousand degrees of Spanish universities. Specifically, in the area of Science and Technology, the Master in Industrial Biotechnology and Agrifood of the UAL appears in 4th place among the best in Spain; in Social Sciences, the Master in Migration, Mediation and Vulnerable Groups is also 4th in the ranking, and in the area of Environment, the Master in Solar Energy of the University of Almeria is the 5th best in the guide of the newspaper El Mundo.

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DYNASTEE Summer School

DYNASTEE-INIVE, CIEMAT, and CIESOL organise the “DYNASTEE Summer School” on “Whole building energy performance assessment. From in-situ measurements to smart metering data”. This event will be held from the 11th to the 18th September 2024 in Almería hosted by CIESOL.

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Visit of around twenty young people from ten countries, through the European Students’ Union, to learn about the work of UNIgreen, CIESOL and IFAPA.

Nuria Portero, coordinator of ESU (European Students’ Union), and Vasiliki Tsaklidou, arrived with a group of twenty students from different European universities at the University of Almería, considered a benchmark in sustainability. The goal is to highlight UAL as a sustainable campus and promote learning in this area. The project is co-financed by the European Youth Forum of the Council of Europe, including actions such as visiting the Almerian campus, getting to know facilities like CIESOL and IFAPA, and participating in the workshop ‘Climate Action and Sustainable Communities for All.’ UNIgreen, the European alliance of universities focused on sustainability, was also introduced. Tomás Lorenzana, its visible head, emphasized the opportunities both institutions offer, suggesting potential collaborations in the future. The students, coming from various nations, are part of the project management of the European Students’ Union, focusing on sustainability and climate action according to the Sustainable Development Goals of the 2030 Agenda. The visit includes training, games, and the completion of individual projects centered around these themes.

More information: https://news.ual.es/internacional/la-ual-es-un-modelo-de-estudio-sobre-sostenibilidad-para-alumnos-de-diferentes-universidades-europeas/

Technical conference “The use of desalinated water in irrigation”

We are pleased to announce that from CIESOL and the LivingLab for Sustainable Desalination, we are organizing a unique and innovative technical session on ‘The Use of Desalinated Water in Irrigation.’ This fascinating event will take place on February 21, 2024, in the inspiring lecture hall of CITE V.

Event Details:

Date: February 21, 2024 Location: Lecture hall of CITE V

To secure your spot at this exciting technical session, we invite you to confirm your attendance by sending an email to the address visitas@psa.es.

Scholarships for the Master’s Degree in Solar Energy at the University of Almeria

The Carolina Foundation facilitates access to the Master’s Degree in Solar Energy at the University of Almeria through its postgraduate scholarship programme for the 2024-2025 academic year. As a specific aspect of the call, and in compliance with various mandates on gender equality, student mobility and universities; and, in particular, in the III Meeting of Ministers and High Authorities of Science, Technology and Innovation, held in Antigua Guatemala in October 2018, the Repsol Foundation and the Carolina Foundation have prepared a scholarship programme aimed exclusively at postgraduate training for women graduates in STEM areas (science, technology, engineering and mathematics). This new programme aims to promote and guarantee equal access and opportunities for women in scientific, technological and academic careers, as well as to contribute to reducing the existing gap between men and women in training and professional development in these areas of knowledge. The Master’s Degree in Solar Energy at the University of Almeria, attached to the Postgraduate and Continuing Education Centre, is managed by the CIESOL research centre, a joint centre of the University of Almeria and the Almeria Solar Platform, belonging to CIEMAT (Centre for Environmental and Technological Energy Research). With a clear research orientation, the master’s degree addresses the fundamentals and development of a wide range of applications of solar energy for heat and electricity production, water treatment and biotechnological processes, building, agriculture and materials science.

More information on this link https://gestion.fundacioncarolina.es/programas/6090

Summer School 2024: Training in microalgae-related industrial processes

The summer course “Training in industrial processes related to microalgae”, organised by Francisco Gabriel Acien Fernández and Tomás Lafarga Poyo, will be held from 1 to 5 July.

This is an intensive course about microalgae-based processes, on which expertise from academia and industry explain the major aspects of these processes. The course will cover all the aspects related to microalgae-based processes, from (i) the modelling of strains and light utilization, to (ii) the design and operation of photobioreactors, (iii) harvesting and processing of the biomass to achieve reliable and high-value products, and (iv) scale-up to commercial size. Fundamental and practical aspects will be covered always including the participation of internationally recognised researchers, and young researchers and the exchange of experiences between the assistants. Lecturers have extensive experience in bioeconomy, climate change, and the development of processes that will make industrial production more sustainable in the future. The course is oriented towards PhD students or equivalent experience students in microalgae biotechnology and chemical engineering fields from whatever fundamental area as microbiology, biology or biological/ biochemical engineering, chemistry and biochemistry. The course is also intended to allow those working in the industry to upgrade their knowledge in microalgae biotechnology.

Don’t miss the opportunity to take part in this exciting course that promises to open up new perspectives in microalgae biotechnology and contribute to the development of more sustainable processes for the industry of the future!