Support for science
The Scientific and Technical Resources Service offers the research staff of the URV and local companies highly specialised technological equipment and useful advice to assist them in their research
A multifaceted figurehead
The URV highlights the figure of Antoni Rovira i Virgili, who, like the university that bears his name, had an interdisciplinary career marked by a commitment to influencing society to make it fairer and more open, more democratic, more cultured and more progressive
Research with a direct impact
The URV Industrial Doctorates programme offers students the chance to prepare their thesis while working at a company, allowing them to gain experience in a real working environment and acquire highly valued skills, while at the same time helping to boost the competitiveness of the business sector and the technological and social progress of the region
Flying the flag for equality
The URV is leading the way on the key issue of equality through the application of a new protocol that speeds up communication in situations of discrimination and harassment, whilst at the same time attracting more and more girls to STEM careers thanks to its constant promotion and awareness-raising.
Tourism in balance
For years the URV has led the way in the analysis of the problems generated by tourist activity, especially overcrowding and its repercussions on social cohesion, housing and mobility, and it makes proposals for a sustainable model that is compatible with the needs of the local population and the territory
Gears of progress
Tecnatox and AMIC, the URV's two research centres accredited with the prestigious TECNIO seal, are at the forefront of technology transfer and work in a wide range of company and institutional settings
A transformative programme
Service-Learning is a pioneering and leading educational initiative by the URV that enables students to help social organisations whilst using their needs as objects of study
Guarantors of cybersecurity
CRISES has been a leading international research group for many years and is at centre of the URV's intense research into security and privacy in computer and digital environments, with the management of artificial intelligence representing a key challenge
Preparing for the world of work
Three bachelor’s degree courses offered by the URV, in Chemistry, Tourism and Hospitality Management, and Labour Relations and Human Resources, offer dual mentions where students can combine classes with training placements in companies. The URV is a national leader in this type of education
Proactive in times of emergency
Climate change, one of today’s most pressing global concerns, is a principal line of research at the URV, explored from multiple perspectives with internationally recognised research groups working directly in the region. The IU-RESCAT is coordinating and optimising these efforts, helping to achieve a more sustainable energy transition