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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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Address:
Avda. Universidades 24
48007 Bilbao


research@deusto.es

Contact us Bilbao:
944 139 113
Contact us San Sebastián:
943 326 278

RESEARCH PORTAL

A strategic space designed to enhance the visibility and impact of research activity, reaffirming our commitment to scientific excellence and Open Science.

Research

In figures

1,084teaching and research staff

599researchers integrated into research teams

309research projects

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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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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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

Current topics

Latest news

Primera jornada de FLARE

23 October 2026 - Bilbao

Deusto brings together leading researchers in forest ecosystems, environmental governance and socio-ecological justice for the FLARE International Network’s Annual Meeting

The University of Deusto will host and collaborate on this event, organised by the University of Notre Dame (USA) from 21 to 24 October.
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Imagen de un 'fosterito' del metro de Bilbao y personas pasando o paradas charlando alrededor.

22 October 2026 - Bilbao

Una tesis de Deusto considera que el marketing y la población residente son claves para lograr un turismo sostenible

El futuro del sector exige escuchar a los vecinos, embajadores de su ciudad, y convertir el marketing en una herramienta de transformación social
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comunicación

13 October 2026 - Bilbao

La Agencia Estatal de Investigación financia tres proyectos del equipo Comunicación y Democracia de la Universidad de Deusto

La AEI concede fondos de la convocatoria de Proyectos de Generación de Conocimiento 2025 a las investigaciones RePro, SSAIP y DisGen, orientadas a impulsar una com...
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De fondo, la escalinata del Palau Macaya, Barcelona, un grupo de dos mujeres y cuatro hombres, mirando a cámara: Macarena Cuenca, Javier Valle, Tomás Muniesa, Marc Simón,  Lisa Hehenberger y Javier Márquez ,

08 October 2026 - Other cities

Las personas mayores de 55 años muestran mayor vinculación e implicación laboral y perciben menos discriminación por edad dentro de su organización, según un estudio de la Cátedra Bienestar

Es una de las principales conclusiones de una investigación de la Cátedra Bienestar +, impulsada por CaixaBank, Fundación “la Caixa”, Vid...
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Un médico y una médica ambos con bata blanca, de espaldas semiperfil miran sujetan y miran al trasluz una radiografía de una cabeza

07 October 2026 - Bilbao

La Unión Europea reconoce a la Universidad de Deusto como Innovador clave por dos tecnologías de apoyo a supervivientes de cáncer de cabeza y cuello

El Radar de la Innovación de la UE ha seleccionado dos herramientas digitales del proyecto europeo BD4QoL para mejorar el seguimiento y la calidad de vida tras el ...
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23 October 2026 - Bilbao

Deusto brings together leading researchers in forest ecosystems, environmental governance and socio-ecological justice for the FLARE International Network’s Annual Meeting

22 October 2026 - Bilbao

Una tesis de Deusto considera que el marketing y la población residente son claves para lograr un turismo sostenible

13 October 2026 - Bilbao

La Agencia Estatal de Investigación financia tres proyectos del equipo Comunicación y Democracia de la Universidad de Deusto

08 October 2026 - Other cities

Las personas mayores de 55 años muestran mayor vinculación e implicación laboral y perciben menos discriminación por edad dentro de su organización, según un estudio de la Cátedra Bienestar

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