Research focus areas
Research focus areas
In line with regional and international strategic agendas, the University of Deusto structures its research activity around four priority focus areas. Our mission is to generate impactful knowledge to address the major global challenges:
- Digital transformation: technological innovation in the service of society.
- Ecological transition: sustainable solutions for a changing planet.
- Health, well-being and social cohesion: commitment to quality of life and equity.
- Plural and inclusive democracies: strengthening coexistence and democratic values.
These focus areas operate as interdisciplinary ecosystems where scientific excellence meets co-creation: we work in networks with local stakeholders to advance research and seek real, transferable solutions.
Interdisciplinary research
What do we offer?
1.
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral collaboration that brings together Deusto researchers with local, regional and international partners
2.
Spanish and international universities
Participation in national and international research projects
3.
Co-creative approach
Co-creative approach to the identification of local and international social needs
4.
Active network participation
Active participation in regional and national networks, in networks of excellence and research projects
5.
UN Sustainable Development Goals
Contribute to the achievement of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, the different strategies at European, national and local level
Current topics
Latest news
19 February 2026 - Bilbao
Aspen Institute Spain and the University of Deusto place Bilbao at the centre of the discussion on geopolitics and values
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16 February 2026 - Bilbao
Deusto refuerza su área de neurociencia con la incorporación de la prestigiosa Eileen Lüders como nueva Ikerbasque Research Professor
See more29 January 2026 - Campus Bilbao
Estudios de Deusto se incorpora al espacio de difusión de la Red de Revistas de Derecho Constitucional
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Deusto celebrates the graduation of over 2,900 students
18 December 2025 - Bilbao
Deusto secures funding from the Basque Government to develop a research project to combat frailty in older age through strength training
19 February 2026 - Bilbao
Aspen Institute Spain and the University of Deusto place Bilbao at the centre of the discussion on geopolitics and values
16 February 2026 - Bilbao
Deusto refuerza su área de neurociencia con la incorporación de la prestigiosa Eileen Lüders como nueva Ikerbasque Research Professor
29 January 2026 - Campus Bilbao
Estudios de Deusto se incorpora al espacio de difusión de la Red de Revistas de Derecho Constitucional
26 January 2026 - Bilbao
Deusto celebrates the graduation of over 2,900 students