ResearchScience with social impact

Research and transfer

The University of Deusto, asocial initiative Jesuit university, aims to contribute and serve society through rigorous, systematic teaching, research and transfer of excellence andquality. Thanks to its humanistic approach, it is committed to its local context and contributes to the development of reliable responses through science, research and the generation of knowledge, anticipating the needs and challenges of society.

Likewise, Deusto has become a key driver of transformation and social impact through research, generating and transferring knowledge, developing critical thinking in current professionals or those in training. Furthermore, it promotes research careers in the various areas of knowledge, providing research results so that political actors can make decisions based on evidence and informing, disseminating and raising awareness among citizens. 

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Avda. Universidades 24
48007 Bilbao


Contact us Bilbao:
944 139 113
research@deusto.es
Contact us San Sebastián:
943 326 278 ilochotorena@deusto.es

Research

In figures

945research staff
86% teaching staff

34research teams
76% recognised by the Basque Government

274 research staff
recognised by the Basque Government

Knowledge generation and transfer

Deusto strategic plan 2023-2026

Focus knowledge generation and transfer

Define interdisciplinary research focal poles or points. Position Deusto as a benchmark university in major areas or preferential and cross-cutting themes that respond to important social challenges and the specific mission of the University of Deusto.

Boost the internationalisation of research and knowledge transfer

A management system to increase the research carried out in collaboration with other foreign actors or through projects, agreements and other international activities. Increase UD’s presence in international networks.

Enhance cross-sectoral collaboration in research and transfer

Research with an impact on public and private policies is increasingly carried out from a cross-sectoral approach. A management system with guidelines that allow to increase the research carried out in collaboration with other social, economic, cultural or institutional actors.

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Research model

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Deusto

Research model

Our research model is based on participation and collaboration. We apply a 6i research strategy model (to the various research areas): a dynamic and comprehensive combination of methodologies and dimensions of work: International + Interdisciplinar + Cross-disciplinary + Cross-sectoral + Impactful + Innovative + Inclusive.

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Pre-doc opportunities

Deusto's doctoral programmes are oriented towards solving technical and social problems identified by key stakeholders, allowing for the co-creation of solutions and the two-way knowledge transfer, and maximising the social impact of our research.

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Post-doc opportunities

Deusto's research ecosystem is focused on research aimed at the integration, motivation and professional development of research staff. The aim is to achieve a highly motivated university community that actively participates in the development of more inclusive and developed societies.

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Job opportunities

We are looking for the best professionals to be part of our teams in the field of research.

Thus, with your help we want to continue building a high-quality, committed and participatory university project.  

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Explore your career options!

Research career in Spain

What public and private calls are there in Spain to carry out a doctoral thesis? Or the post-doctoral stage? How can one establish oneself as a young research leader? What possibilities are there for research in the industry?

Research

Our research staff

Iñaki Peña Legazkue

We will know our contribution to society better when, in addition to measuring the intangible impact, we are able to estimate the tangible impact of our research on entrepreneurship

Iñaki Peña Legazkue

Principal Investigator of the ICES Research Team

Esther Calvete Zumalde

Conducting research to promote adolescent well-being is investing for a better future

Esther Calvete Zumalde

Senior Researcher in Stress and Resilience

Maria Silvestre

We conduct research to generate knowledge that will help us take a step forward towards the construction of a better, more egalitarian and fairer society.

María Silvestre

Principal Investigator of the Deusto Social Values Team

Enrique Onieva

Turning data into useful knowledge for society is a key competence in today's world

Enrique Onieva

Professor & Director Deusto BigData

Ane Arbillaga

Research into the physiopathology and clinical behaviour of diseases is crucial to understanding the benefits, effectiveness and safety of physiotherapy interventions

Ane Arbillaga

Principal Investigator of the Deusto Physical TherapIker team

Antonio Masegosa

Artificial Intelligence and Ubiquitous Computing are two key technologies for more sustainable and intelligent mobility

Antonio Masegosa

Ikerbasque Research Associate

Matthias Scantamburlo

Adding a territorial dimension to the study of political change is key to understanding realignments in contemporary politics

Matthias Scantamburlo

Political science researcher

Igor Sancho Amundarain

It is essential to combine research with clinical care. In this way, we transfer the most up-to-date scientific knowledge, ensuring the best treatment for our patients

Igor Sancho Amundarain

Principal Investigator of the Deusto Physical TherapIker team

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REACH Pitch Day 2023: data-driven products to industrial problems

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