This multidisciplinary research group is a pioneer in the development of biosensors for applications in health, agri-food, and environmental fields.

One of its main research lines focuses on holography in label-free biosensing, exploring holographic principles to design wearable biosensors and enhance assay sensitivity and selectivity through the development of diffractive hydrogels with optical transduction.

The group also works on perovskite nanocrystals, including their synthesis, functionalization, and characterization, as well as their encapsulation for use as markers of proteins and nucleic acids in aqueous environments, taking advantage of their outstanding luminescent properties.

Another key area is the production of protein-based bioreagents using recombinant techniques such as phage display, enabling the generation of nanobodies, antibodies, miniproteins, and peptides with advanced properties such as high affinity, selectivity, stability, and labeling capabilities, which are essential for biosensing applications.

In addition, the group develops analytical platforms by integrating its expertise into systems such as test strips and DNA and protein microarrays on polymeric surfaces (including chips, compact discs, hydrogels, membranes, and cellulose). These platforms incorporate microfluidics, optical systems and interfaces, as well as dedicated hardware and software, providing comprehensive solutions for biosensing.

The group has a strong track record of innovation and collaboration, holding 15 patents, three of them international, and having participated in eight European projects, including one in which it acted as coordinator.