INNOVATION IN POLYMER SCIENCE FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE.


Science that connects with society

At POLYMAT we research polymers to improve people’s lives. From fundamental research to applied innovation, we work for a more sustainable, healthy and efficient future.

From research to impact

At POLYMAT, we work alongside companies and institutions to transform scientific knowledge into innovation.
Our commitment to technology transfer is realized through collaborative projects, patents, and new spin-offs that bring polymer science to market.

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Projects with companies

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Patent families

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Active spin-offs

We investigate to transform

Our research areas combine scientific excellence and real-world application.

Polymers and energy

Materials for energy storage.

Polymers and sustainability

Circular economy and chemical recycling.

Polymers for health

Biomaterials and bioabsorbable devices.

Polymer physics

Properties and behavior.

Polymerization engineering and simulation

Efficient and safe processes.

Molecular and supramolecular materials

Advanced functional architectures.

Talent that drives Science and Innovation.

More than 200 people from 36 countries are driving polymer science from the Basque Country.


Science that connects with society

At POLYMAT we research polymers to improve people’s lives. From fundamental research to applied innovation, we work for a more sustainable, healthy and efficient future.


Jon López de Lacalle Zabaleta defends his PhD thesis

Jon López de Lacalle Zabaleta defended his PhD thesis on Ionic Polymers Beyond Poly(Ionic Liquid)s: Synthesis and Emerging Application on 2 October, supervised by David Mecerreyes and Eduardo J. García-Suárez

21/10/2026

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Akim Khobotov and Clara García-Astrain at Inspira Bizitzak 2026

POLYMAT researchers Akim Khobotov Bakishev and Clara García-Astrain took part in Inspira Bizitzak 2026 on 20 October at the Kursaal in Donostia / San Sebastián.

20/10/2026

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Peter Olsén visits POLYMAT to discuss chemical recycling and biomass

The Linköping University researcher visited POLYMAT and presented approaches to chemical recycling, biobased polymers and the functionalisation of cellulose during a group seminar held on 16 October.

17/10/2026

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