Carmen Martínez López

Innovation & Technology Transfer Officer at ICMol

Spain · ValenciaJoined February 2026

Describe it (summary)

The Institute of Molecular Science (ICMol) at the Universitat de València is a leading international research center focused on advanced molecular science, nanotechnology and functional materials.

ICMol develops innovative materials and technologies addressing key industrial challenges in energy, electronics, sustainability and health. Our multidisciplinary teams combine chemistry, physics and materials science to design materials with precise molecular control, enabling new functionalities and high-performance applications.

The institute has a strong track record in technology transfer, including industrial collaborations, licensed patents and deep-tech spin-offs. Companies collaborate with ICMol through joint R&D projects, technology validation, advanced materials characterization and access to cutting-edge scientific expertise.

Work Experience (3)

Innovation & Technology Transfer Specialist

Instituto de Ciencia Molecular (ICMol)

November 2025 - Present

Valencia

- Identification and valorization of high-potential research results
- Design of technology transfer and commercialization strategies
- Support in Horizon Europe and national R&D proposal development
- Stakeholder engagement: industry, investors, innovation agencies
- Business model exploration and IP strategy support

Executive Director

BIGBAN. Inversores Privados

April 2023 - March 2018

Valencia

- Open innovation programs
- Public-private co-investment lines (€5–7M annually)
- Ecosystem building (corporates, startups, investors)
- Digital transformation (+70% revenue increase)

European Project Manager

ITENE. Instituto Tecnológico del Embalaje, Transporte y Logística

January 2016 - February 2018

Valencia

- Coordination of EU-funded R&D projects (H2020)
- €10M project SCALIBUR (circular economy, bio-urban waste valorization)
- Consortium management across 6+ countries
- Proposal writing (24% success rate)
- Go-to-market strategies for spin-offs

Academic Studies (2)

Master’s in Innovation and New Business Project Development

Universitat de València

September 2019 - June 2020

Innovation & Business

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Sciences

Universidad Miguel Hernández

September 2000 - July 2006

Environmental Sciences

Awards and achievements (3)

Featured in Guide of Women Leaders in Innovative Entrepreneurship

High Commissioner for Spain Entrepreneurial Nation (Government of Spain)

June 2022

Recognized as one of Spain’s leading women in innovative entrepreneurship for my leadership in innovation ecosystems, early-stage investment, and impact-driven initiatives.

Top 100 Innovative Leaders

Diario Empresa

November 2021

Selected among the Top 100 Innovative and Disruptive Leaders in Spain for driving digital transformation, open innovation, and investment ecosystem development.

Jean Baptiste-Say Business Excellence Award

Jean Baptiste-Say Awards Committee

December 2021

Award granted to BIGBAN under my executive leadership, recognizing excellence in early-stage investment ecosystem development and innovation leadership.

Research areas of interest (7)

  • Electronics, Microelectronics
  • Materials Technology
  • Energy Technology
  • Energy production, transmission and conversion
  • Renewable Sources of Energy
  • and 2 more

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A metal–organic framework platform encapsulates RNA, DNA, proteins, peptides and poorly soluble active compounds with >95% efficiency and loading up to 30 wt% (up to 60% for small molecules). It stabilizes sensitive cargo at 25–40 °C, supports co-delivery and programmable release, and enables repeat[…]

MUV-17 is a patented titanium–iron metal–organic framework that degrades organophosphorus compounds, including nerve-agent simulants, without a basic buffer. It reaches up to 100% conversion to non-toxic by-products, regenerates by simple water washing, and remains stable across a wide pH and temper[…]

MOED develops lightweight thin-film optoelectronic materials and devices based on molecular semiconductors, perovskites and nanocrystals. The platform covers photodetectors, LEDs/OLEDs/LECs and photovoltaics, combining material design, device integration and advanced performance, stability and degra[…]

MUV-92 is a patented hydrophobic metal–organic framework designed for selective CO2 capture from highly humid industrial gas streams. It maintains adsorption performance in the presence of water, enables rapid pressure-swing regeneration, and can reduce or eliminate energy-intensive gas pre-drying b[…]

The Institute of Molecular Science (ICMol) develops advanced molecular and functional materials designed to address key industrial challenges in energy, electronics, sustainability and health. Our technologies include nanomaterials, metal-organic frameworks, molecular electronics and advanced funct[…]

The Institute of Molecular Science (ICMol) provides advanced materials characterization services to support industrial innovation and technology development. Our state-of-the-art instrumentation enables comprehensive analysis of structural, chemical, thermal, electronic and magnetic properties of ad[…]

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