International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory
The INL International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory, located in Braga (North of Portugal), was founded by the governments of Portugal and Spain under an international legal framework to perform interdisciplinary research and deploy and articulate nanotechnology for the benefit of society. INL aims to become the worldwide hub for nanotechnology addressing society's grand challenges.
International Status and History
INL was established in 2005 by a joint decision of the Governments of Portugal and Spain. Operating since late 2010, following an initial investment of 100 M€, INL is currently financed by the member states (30%), competitive funds from Horizon 2020, Horizon Europe, and national PT2020 scientific calls (50%), and industry collaborations and user fees (20%).
Our infrastructure provides a high-tech research environment for INL staff and users. It extends over an area of 47,000 m2, with 26,000 m2 of buildings. This includes 7,500 m2 of laboratory space, with high-accuracy laboratories, a cleanroom with an area of 1,200 m2, an auditorium and other public areas over 4,800 m2.
The INL Statutes anticipate the possibility of opening INL to the membership of other countries and the participation of institutions and experts from all over the world to establish an international pole of excellence, developing partnerships with higher education institutions and industry, transferring knowledge with added value, generating employment and training specialized professionals. Our neutral grounds are a common venue for ambassadors, ministers, and other national representatives to meet and discuss new opportunities for collaboration.
The INL Council is the sovereign body of the INL and is composed of representatives from each member state. The role of the Council is to determine the policies at scientific, technical and administrative levels, approving the program of activities and the budget based on proposals of the Director-General. The President of the Council is Dr. Inmaculada Figueroa Roja
