PERMANENS (Hospital del Mar Research Institute)
Research Center
permanens.eu/Barcelona, SpainAbout
The Hospital del Mar Research Institute (IMIM) is a leading biomedical research center located in Barcelona, closely linked to Hospital del Mar and the Universitat Pompeu Fabra. With over 700 professionals, it promotes excellence in translational research, bridging basic science, clinical practice, and population health.
The institute is structured into multidisciplinary programs covering neurosciences, cancer, epidemiology and public health, biomedical informatics, and health services research, fostering collaboration across disciplines to address pressing health challenges.
IMIM is recognized for its contributions to mental health and neuroscience, oncology and hematology, cardiovascular and inflammatory diseases, and the study of health determinants in populations. It actively participates in international networks and European consortia, ensuring that research outcomes are aligned with global priorities in precision medicine and public health.
Through strong integration with Hospital del Mar’s clinical environment, IMIM ensures that scientific discoveries are rapidly transferred into improved prevention strategies, diagnostics, and treatments, ultimately enhancing patient care and health system performance.
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PERMANENS (Hospital del Mar Research Institute)