📰 BIG NEWS! Microscopy Europe is on the ESFRI Roadmap 2026, marking it as a key research infrastructure. As partners with Prof. @jarbiol.bsky.social leading JEMCA's scientific strategy, the Electron Microscopy Centre in ALBA Synchrotron, we celebrate it. 🔍 https://f.mtr.cool/rbrigkhcos

🏆 AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS PhD student Helena Rabelo received the 2026 European Materials Research Society (E-MRS) Young Researcher Award. She's in the @gaen-research.bsky.social group, led by ICREA Prof. @jarbiol.bsky.social. 👏 Congratulations! 🔍 https://f.mtr.cool/bpvsfnqlte #ScientificExcellence

From Key Results to Impact through Industrial Engagement with European Innovation Marketplace! Turning scientific results into real-world impact is a key challenge in any research project. And a central focus within PeCATHS. 👉 Read the full article here: pecaths.eu/2026/03/17/e...

EIM – From Key Results to Impact through Industrial Engagement | PECATHS

EIM is an innovation management and communication organisation with extensive experience in supporting European research and innovation projects. Its core expertise lies in dissemination, exploitation...

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📃 NEW PAPER OUT In their Perspective article, ICN2 researchers suggest new strategies to tackle the opportunities & challenges of HEMs and HEAs. 🤝 CSIC Researcher Neus Bastús, @jarbiol.bsky.social Jing Yu (@gaen-research.bsky.social) & @irec-energia.bsky.social  🔍 https://f.mtr.cool/lymijyvpoa

Join us for the 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗕𝗜𝗦𝗧 𝗦𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘂𝗺 on Microscopy, Nanoscopy & Imaging Sciences! ℹ️ Free event, but prior registration is required. 🔗 Link to program & registration: https://f.mtr.cool/hvfgxvcoel 🤝 ICREAs @jarbiol.bsky.social (ICN2) & Maria Garcia (@icfo.eu) 🤝 @bist.eu #Collaboration

🎥 Our "Meet the Partners" video series continues! Today we feature Jordi Arbiol, a professor at the ICN2. Discover how fundamental materials science is driving innovation in hydrogen technologies! 👉 Watch the full video here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JK7R...

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Find out more about the IFSM Young Scientist Assembly (for early career researchers) taking place at the 21st International Microscopy Congress #IMC21 Submit your abstract and join fellow early career researchers and future leaders! 🙂🔬 https://ow.ly/K4u350Y8fzb

🔬 #PhDthesis 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 🔹Student: Jing Yu from the @gaen-research.bsky.social 🔹Directors: ICREA Prof. @jarbiol.bsky.social & ICREA Prof. Andreu Cabot @irec-energia.bsky.social 📆 Wed, 4 Feb 2025 ⏰ 10:30 AM 📍 ICN2 Seminar Room 📝 Register at 👉 f.mtr.cool/rnrxfrycns 🍀 Good luck, Jing! #ICN2Thesis

🎊 From the bottom of the atomic scale, and from the bottom of our hearts, we send you our warmest wishes for a joyful festive season. 🥂 Let's toast to a #2026 full of bigger impacts! 🙌 Happy #holidays, everyone! 📸 Photo credits: Helena Rabelo Freitas (@gaen-research.bsky.social)

🌟 PeCATHS 1st General Assembly at ICN2! This week, our consortium partners met in Barcelona for an intensive two-day General Assembly hosted by ICN2. It was a key moment to review scientific progress, align strategies and set a clear roadmap for 2026. 👉 Read it: pecaths.eu/2025/12/05/p...

📣 #AMatS2025 started yesterday with interesting scientific talks & a presentation on the new #InCAEM facility.  represented by ICREA Prof. @jarbiol.bsky.social  📽️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69wkjCvphmI 🤝 ALBA Synchrotron IFAE @icmabcsic.bsky.social ICN2 🙏 Thank you to everyone who's joining!

🗣️ SEMINARS  Join us for this 𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 by Dr Inas Taha, Postdoc in the @gaen-research.bsky.social. Host: ICREA Prof. @jarbiol.bsky.social. 📆 Friday, 17 Nov. 2025 ⏰ 11 AM  📍 ICN2 Seminar Room 📝 Registration required! 👉 https://f.mtr.cool/axyjgktywn #ICN2Seminars #WaterSensing #NanoscaleDevices

📘 Photoelectrochemical valorisation of biomass via selective oxidation to enable sustainable solar fuels 🔗 Download and read the full paper here: pecaths.eu/2025/10/31/p...

📃 NEW PAPER OUT❗ 🔍 Dr Marc Botifoll (@gaen-research.bsky.social @jarbiol.bsky.social) and team quickly and automatically extracted (S)TEM data to generate #DigitalTwins, 3D models that replicate real-life materials. The goal is to simulate materials' properties. ℹ️ https://f.mtr.cool/xnpvsmqkhq

🌱 The PeCATHS project is advancing research on clean hydrogen production and sustainable energy systems. Want to see how we are building the future of sustainable energy? 👉 Discover more about our research, publications, and project updates on our newsletter: pecaths.eu/newsletter/

📃 NEW PAPER OUT❗ 🤔 How can we improve lithium-sulphur #batteries? 🔬 Led by Yu Jing (@gaen-research.bsky.social), the study shows a new method using 2 atom-catalysts to improve lithium-sulphur batteries' stability & charging speed. 🤝 @irec-energia.bsky.social 🔍 Info here! 👉 f.mtr.cool/ueulqqjypz

🏆 PREMIOS Y RECONOCIMIENTOS El Dr Marc Botifoll, antiguo PhD del @gaen-research.bsky.social (@jarbiol.bsky.social), ha recibido el Premio a la Mejor Tesis en Ciencia de Materiales del 2023/2024 por la Sociedad de #Microscopía de España (SME).  👏 ¡Enhorabuena! 🔗 https://bit.ly/3W9QUTO #ICN2Alumni

🔎 Our #AnnualReport 2024 is out❗ 🏆 Awards, fundings, grants & recognitions proof ICN2's #ScientificExcellence. 👀 Find some examples in the video below! ⬇️ ℹ️ More deets on our 2024! 👉 https://bit.ly/4ofdpDU 🔗 Full report here! 👉 https://bit.ly/46pcaeK #CreatingImpact

At PeCATHS, advanced materials characterisation is key to unlocking cleaner and more efficient energy pathways. The ICN2 leads this effort, providing atomic-level insights into how catalysts, electrodes, and devices behave during energy conversion. 📖 Learn more about ICN2: 👉 lnkd.in/g_AVpY7i

Here's our perspective paper (with Aziz Genç) on Imaging plasmon-mediated chemical reaction dynamics through liquid-phase transmission electron microscopy Free to read at: authors.elsevier.com/a/1lZ2o9Cyxd... @icn2.bsky.social

A perfect way to wrap up the season before the summer break — recharged, reconnected, and ready for what’s next! ⚡

These few days were filled with fruitful discussions, brainstorming sessions, teamwork and strategic planning for the exciting months ahead. We explored new equipment possibilities and shared ideas, all while surrounded by the stunning scenery of a natural park.

Escaping the intense 40ºC heat of Barcelona, we enjoyed refreshing 20ºC temperatures at 2000 meters altitude — the perfect setting for inspiration and collaboration.

🌄 Team Retreat in the Pyrenees – GAeN Group 🌄 We had a fantastic retreat with the Group of Advanced Electron Nanoscopy (GAeN) in the beautiful Vall de Núria, nestled in the Pyrenees of Girona. @icn2.bsky.social @jarbiol.bsky.social

Check our latest review: Advances in in-situ and operando TEM: From basic catalysis to industry-relevant reactions and future directions Published today in Matter: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... Matter 8, 102139 (2025) Kudos to: David Llorens Rauret and Alba Garzón Manjón

Advances in in situ and operando TEM: From basic catalysis to industry-relevant reactions and future directions

Heterogeneous catalysis is the cornerstone of the chemical and energy sectors and is expected to be crucial in the transition from fossil fuels to sus…

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The PECATHS project was recently featured at the 5th International Workshop on In Situ Transmission Electron Microscopy, where Professor @jarbiol.bsky.social (ICN2) was invited to present on the latest advances in electron microscopy and data-driven materials analysis.

🌊 The PECATHS project was proudly represented at the nanoGe Conferences on The Future of Hydrogen, held from May 5–7 in Ibiza. 👨‍🔬 Francisco Fabregat (Universitat Jaume I ) & David Tilley (University of Zurich) To know more about the project 👉https://pecaths.eu/

🗣️ The @uab.cat Campus will host the 𝐀𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐒 2025: 4th Conference on #AdvancedMaterials in Spain bringing together top researchers & key players in the field. 📅 Abstract Submission 👉 27 June 2025 📆 Save The Date! 👉 24 - 26 Nov. 2025 ℹ️ Secure your spot now! https://amats2025.com/ #Collaboration

Unveiling the magic of Lycurgus Cup! 🌈 Exploring the ancient artistry of Roman glass, where the interplay of Au and Ag nanoparticles creates mesmerizing hues through the fascinating realm of nanoplasmonics. #LycurgusCup #Nanoplasmonics #AncientArtifacts 🤩 youtu.be/EmFhGPJWrHE

Unveiling the magic of Lycurgus Cup! 🌈

YouTube video by Jordi Arbiol

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