Institute of Molecular Science- ICMol

Founded in 2000, the Institute of Molecular Science develops a high-quality research in materials science exclusively focused on the molecular aspects of Nanoscience and the study of functional molecules and materials exhibiting useful magnetic, electrical or optical properties using experimental and theroetical (quantum) techniques. ICMol's research covers from the chemical design of the starting molecule or molecular material to the fabrication and physical characterization of the final molecular device. Also, the potential applications of these molecular systems in different areas of current interest such as molecular magnetism, molecular electronics and spintronics, molecular sensing, catalysis or photochemistry. ICMol was recognized three consecutive times as Unit of Excellence María de Maeztu (2016, 2020 and 2025), a seal that acknowledges its research excellence and international leadership. Its members have been performing world-leading research activities in Molecular Magnetism and Molecular Electronics and, more recently, in Molecular Spintronics and other areas of research such as those related to MOFs (Metal-Organic Frameworks) and 2D materials. Over these years, ICMol has been at the forefront of the research in Molecular Magnetism in Europe. Its director, professor Eugenio Coronado has been the Scientific Director of the European Institute of Molecular Magnetism since its creation in 2008. In the period 2015-2022, ICMol's researchers have been awarded thirteen ERC grants, including one Proof of Concept, three Advanced, four Consolidator and five Starting.