CFI-Barcelona: Bridging research, innovation, and global impact

Unlocking the power of collaboration

In an era where innovation drives economic and social progress, connecting research with real-world application is more critical than ever. Institutions, businesses, and policymakers must work together to transform knowledge into impactful solutions. This is where CFI-Barcelona emerges as a catalyst for global collaboration, fostering partnerships across academia, industry, and government.

By integrating cutting-edge research with innovation ecosystems, CFI-Barcelona empowers researchers, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to co-create solutions that address today’s pressing challenges – from digital transformation to sustainability and smart cities.

Strategic vision: where research meets impact

CFI-Barcelona’s mission is to elevate research excellence, unlock funding opportunities, and drive knowledge valorisation through:

• Mapping global funding landscapes to secure research and innovation grants.
• Building international networks that connect research teams with industry and policymakers.
• Enhancing proposal development to increase the quality and success rate of funding applications.
• Fostering innovation-driven ecosystems by aligning research with startup incubation, technology transfer, and entrepreneurship.

Empowering the innovation ecosystem

To accelerate impact, CFI-Barcelona integrates research with innovation hubs and knowledge-based enterprises, ensuring that advancements move beyond academic journals into real-world application. Key focus areas include:

• Foresight-Driven Innovation & Policy – Anticipating future societal and technological needs.
• Urban Ecosystems & Smart Cities – Developing sustainable and intelligent urban environments.
• Technology and AI Integration – Enhancing human-AI collaboration for industry and social good.
• Resilient Systems & Digital Transformation – Ensuring long-term sustainability in digital solutions.
• Circular Economy & Sustainable Development – Driving green innovation through transdisciplinary research.

Why partner with CFI-Barcelona?

As a hub for global partnerships, CFI-Barcelona provides unparalleled access to funding expertise, research collaboration, and strategic foresight. Whether you are an academic, entrepreneur, or policymaker, the centre offers.

• Comprehensive research support – From proposal development to policy engagement.
• Access to global funding opportunities – Strategic mapping of funding sources and grant writing assistance.
• International networking – Connecting researchers with leading institutions, businesses, and governments worldwide.
• Integration with entrepreneurship ecosystems – Leveraging La Salle Technova Barcelona for startup incubation and business acceleration.
• Capacity building and knowledge sharing – Providing professional development, workshops, and tailored advisory services.

Building the future together

CFI-Barcelona is more than a research centre – it is a dynamic platform for transformation. By bridging academia, industry, and government, it ensures that innovation is not only visionary but also actionable and scalable.

Join the movement

If you are looking to collaborate on groundbreaking research, secure funding, or develop innovation-driven policies, CFI-Barcelona is your gateway to global partnerships.