About
Founded in 1505, the University of Seville (Universidad de Sevilla - US) is one of Spain’s oldest, largest, and most prestigious public higher education and research institutions. Hosting a vibrant academic community of over 70,000 students and more than 4,400 researchers, it stands as a primary driver of innovation, scientific development, and economic growth in Southern Europe.
The university boasts a robust track record in international cooperation, actively participating in numerous Horizon Europe, INTERREG, and other initiatives. Its specialized research groups—particularly within the fields of Architecture, Engineering, and Urban & Regional Planning—are heavily invested in sustainability, smart cities, and social resilience. Leveraging Seville's unique, high-density Mediterranean urban fabric, the university frequently partners with local and regional authorities, acting as a living lab to design, test, and scale real-world solutions for active mobility, cultural heritage preservation, and climate-neutral urban ecosystems.
Cross-cutting topic
1. Adaptive reuse of existing urban structures and spaces
15-minute City
2. Align ambitions for mobility transitions across sectors
Circular Urban Economies
2. Innovative maintenance of urban green and blue spaces3. Rethinking urban production for circular and resilient cities