The Governing Council of the University of Mallorca approves the rectoral team that will make up the Executive Board.
>> The University of Mallorca is assembling a leadership team with an academic, research, and cultural profile to drive its new phase forward. >> Rector Pere Riutord Sbert, driven by the initiative of Governing Council President Diego González, will lead a cross-disciplinary team combining university experience, applied research, culture, health, communication, innovation, and academic management to consolidate an institution connected to Balearic society. The Governing Council of the Universitat de Mallorca (UMAC-ADEMA), presided over by Diego González Carrasco, has approved—at the proposal of the rector—the leadership team that will make up the institution’s Executive Board. The University of Mallorca (UMAC) has assembled its new leadership team with a structure characterized by a strong interdisciplinary, academic, research, international, and managerial profile. This takes place during a foundational phase in which the new institution aims to establish itself as a university project connected to Balearic society, committed to the scientific and cultural development and socioeconomic diversification of the Islands, and possessing an international outlook. The Governing Council appointed Pere Riutord Sbert as Rector; he holds a doctorate in Medicine and Surgery and is a specialist in Stomatology and a leading figure in dentistry in the Islands, with a career spanning over four decades dedicated to university teaching, applied research, clinical practice, dental innovation, and institutional management. Riutord assumes the rectorship with the backing of the President of the Governing Council, Diego González, who is considered a key figure in launching the new university project. The new rector has expressly acknowledged González’s confidence in him and highlighted his vision for creating an institution founded on the commitment to contribute to the educational, scientific, cultural, and social development of the Balearic Islands. The composition of the leadership team reflects a commitment to a cross-disciplinary university that brings together health sciences, art, architecture, social sciences, and communication, alongside academic excellence, internationalization, and digital transformation. The common thread is the combination of university experience, applied knowledge, and connections to the professional, institutional, and socioeconomic environment of the Islands. Riutord has maintained that the future of the University of Mallorca must be built upon dialogue, academic excellence, research, innovation, talent retention, and the humanistic values inherent to any higher education institution. That orientation also shapes the composition of a team bringing together profiles with experience in teaching, research, management, knowledge transfer, and international outreach. The university leadership team is as follows: The General Secretariat and the Vice-Rectorate for Degree Programs and Academic Organization will be led by Pilar Tomás Gil. She holds a PhD in Educational Sciences (accredited by ANECA) and degrees in Psychopedagogy (from UNED) and Psychology (from the University of Valencia). Since the 2020–2021 academic year, she has served as Academic Secretary at the ADEMA University School, where she has coordinated administrative management and participated in the development, monitoring, and accreditation processes for university degree programs. Pilar Tomás combines academic management with teaching and research. She is a member of the ADEMA Salud group and has participated in studies related to epidemiology, public health, and dentistry. Her background brings a perspective to the new leadership team that focuses on academic organization, degree quality, and student support. The Vice-Rectorate for Quality and Services will be led by Carlos López Roig, who holds a PhD in Chemical Science and Technology from the University of the Balearic Islands, an institution where he conducted research and teaching activities for several years. His background combines scientific training and university experience with solid expertise in organizational management, quality systems, performance assessment, and continuous improvement. He holds accreditation from the University Quality Agency of the Balearic Islands. Prior to joining the university sector, he began his professional career in the quality and food industry, where he was involved in the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of management systems based on national and international standards. Since 2020, he has been active at the ADEMA University School, where he initially served as Director of Quality and university lecturer before being appointed Director General of the institution. In this role, he has coordinated the operational development of various academic, administrative, and service areas, in addition to participating in the verification, monitoring, and accreditation processes for university degree programs. The Vice-Rectorate for Culture will be led by Amparo Sard Valor. Holding a PhD in Fine Arts from the University of Barcelona, Sard is an artist, educator, and researcher with an extensive academic background and an established international profile. She taught at the University of Barcelona for two decades and currently serves as Head of Studies for the Fine Arts degree program at ADEMA. Their artistic and research career has unfolded across national and international institutions, featuring solo and group exhibitions at museums and centers such as MACRO in Rome, TEA Tenerife Espacio de las Artes, the ABC Museum in Madrid, DA2 in Salamanca, Casal Solleric in Palma, the Irish Museum of Modern Art, White Box in New York, BOZAR in Brussels, the National Museum of Contemporary Art in Korea, and the Royal Ontario Museum. Their appointment positions culture and contemporary creation as one of the strategic pillars of the university project. The Vice-Rectorate for Research will be led by Ángel Arturo López González, who holds a doctorate in Medicine from the University of the Balearic Islands, is a specialist in Occupational Medicine, serves as Secretary General of the Royal Academy of Medicine of the Balearic Islands, and heads the ADEMA Salud research group. Her research career has focused on occupational medicine, workplace health, prevention, lifestyle, and health. She has supervised doctoral theses and medical specialty projects, and has an extensive record of scientific publications in indexed journals. Her profile reinforces one of the new university’s core areas: applied research and knowledge transfer in fields with a direct impact on health and society. The Vice-Rectorate for Health will be headed by Carla Busquets Cortés, who holds dual degrees in Biology and Biochemistry from the University of the Balearic Islands, a PhD in Nutrition and Food Sciences, and ANECA accreditation for various university teaching positions. Carla Busquets has
ADEMA graduates over 100 new dentists and nutritionists, cementing its position as a driver of talent and healthcare research in the Balearic Islands.
>> The ADEMA University School held the graduation ceremony at the Teatro Principal in Inca for the 5th graduating class in Dentistry, the 3rd class in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, and the 3rd class of the Master’s program in Digital Dentistry. >> The ceremony also included the graduation of 24 students from the Master’s in Digital Dentistry, a pioneering program that responds to the growing technological transformation of dentistry and the demand for specialized professionals. >> During the ceremony, ADEMA recognized the academic excellence of two students, the commitment to solidarity shown by 21 volunteers in the ADEMA+ Foundation’s international cooperation projects in Africa, and the academic achievements of four faculty members and researchers who have recently obtained their doctoral degrees. >> ADEMA President Diego González advocated for an educational model based on clinical practice, applied research, digitalization, internationalization, and social responsibility. >> The President of the Government, Marga Prohens, has congratulated ADEMA on its commitment to quality university education and its contribution to training highly qualified professionals in areas essential to society. >> Inca Mayor Virgilio Moreno: “The university presence reinforces Inca’s profile as a city of knowledge, innovation, and employment opportunities.” You can download the event image gallery here: The Teatro Principal in Inca hosted the graduation ceremony for the fifth graduating class of the Bachelor’s Degree in Dentistry, the third class of the Bachelor’s Degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, and the second class of the Master’s Degree in Digital Dentistry from the ADEMA University School. A total of 120 students have officially completed their academic studies in a ceremony marked by emotion, recognition of their hard work, and a commitment to the healthcare profession. The event brought together institutional representatives, family members, faculty, the leadership team, and the university community to join the new graduates for one of the most significant moments of their educational journey. During the ceremony, two special awards were presented for the Bachelor’s Degree in Dentistry and the Bachelor’s Degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, alongside recognition for four faculty members and researchers who had recently obtained their doctoral degrees. The ceremony also included the ADEMA+ Foundation International Cooperation Award, recognizing the involvement of 21 students and faculty members in social commitment and international cooperation projects in Africa. ADEMA President Diego González congratulated the new graduates as well as the students and faculty members who received awards, highlighting the effort, perseverance, and high standards that characterized their years of training. In his remarks, he underscored the journey the students have undertaken—both in the classroom and during their practical training—and expressed gratitude to the students and their families for the trust they placed in ADEMA to guide them through a pivotal stage of their professional futures. González has maintained that ADEMA’s purpose is to “train competent professionals, advance knowledge, promote research, and contribute to the progress of society.” In this regard, he noted that within the field of Health Sciences, this mission takes on special significance because it involves professions directly linked to well-being, prevention, quality of life, and patient care. The president also emphasized that ADEMA’s educational model is based on an active, practical methodology connected to professional reality. He noted that student training is not limited to the acquisition of theoretical knowledge but integrates clinical practice, learning in real-world settings, applied research, interdisciplinary work, and direct engagement with the local community’s health and social needs. Meanwhile, Diego González has highlighted ADEMA’s international outreach as one of the institution’s strategic priorities. He noted the students’ participation in international weeks, cooperation projects, and educational experiences, which broaden their professional perspectives and place their learning within a global context. The president of ADEMA also highlighted the cooperation and volunteer projects spearheaded by the ADEMA+ Foundation in Africa, as well as various local initiatives with social impact. As he explained, these experiences reinforce a core principle of ADEMA’s educational project: that university education must serve society and actively contribute to improving people’s lives. Another key area highlighted by the president was ADEMA’s commitment to digitalization, technological innovation, and applied research—particularly within the healthcare sector, a field undergoing constant transformation. Likewise, González highlighted ADEMA’s active role in strengthening the Balearic research and innovation system through its participation in knowledge transfer, applied research, and technological innovation projects. “Our model is based on collaboration between public and private institutions, connections with the professional sector, and high-quality university education linked to the real needs of the local environment,” he noted. In her address, the President of the Government, Marga Prohens, congratulated the new graduates in Dentistry and in Human Nutrition and Dietetics—two professional fields that directly impact people’s health, well-being, and quality of life, and which require knowledge, rigor, responsibility, and deep human sensitivity. Likewise, he has congratulated ADEMA on its commitment to quality university education and its contribution to training highly qualified professionals in areas essential to society, highlighting an educational project based on excellence, opportunity, and talent, in which thousands of families and students place their trust each year. The Mayor of Inca, Virgilio Moreno, also extended his congratulations to the students, their families, and the entire ADEMA educational community. In his remarks, he highlighted the value to the city of hosting university events of such significance and identified higher education as a key driver of transformation for Inca. “The university presence reinforces Inca’s profile as a city of knowledge, innovation, and employment opportunities. Events like this graduation not only celebrate the talent of young people but also demonstrate the role higher education can play in the social, cultural, and economic development of our municipality,” Moreno noted. For his part, ADEMA’s academic director, Dr. Joan de Pedro, highlighted the rigor of the training received by the new graduates and the importance of translating academic excellence into responsible professional practice. “The university does not merely transmit knowledge; it fosters sound judgment, precision, responsibility, and a commitment to service. In the healthcare field, every decision requires scientific preparation, but also humanity, attentive listening, and a commitment to the
ADEMA receives an award at the 2026 Health Gala for its internationally patented ultrasound-based intraoral splint.
>> The project was awarded a prize in the “Excellence and Best Practices” category, and the award was accepted by Dr. Pere Riutord from the Minister of Health, Manuela García. ADEMA was recognized at the 2026 Balearic Islands Health Gala for the project “Pioneering Innovation: Ultrasound-based Intraoral Splint Developed by ADEMA,” which won the award in the “Excellence and Best Practices” category. The award was accepted by ADEMA Vice-Dean Dr. Pere Riutord during the gala, held at the Palma Congress Centre under the theme “A Way of Caring.” Presided over by the Minister of Health, Manuela García, and the Director General of the Health Service, Javier Ureña, the event brought together professionals, institutions, and projects contributing to the improvement of healthcare in the Balearic Islands. In this edition, 170 awards were presented to initiatives distinguished by their contribution to healthcare that is more humane, innovative, preventive, and person-centered. During her remarks, the Minister of Health, Manuela García, emphasized that “in the Balearic Islands, we are implementing a new approach to care that is evolving toward a preventive, personalized, and digital model,” and highlighted the essential role of healthcare professionals as the pillar of the system. The project awarded by the Department of Health represents a pioneering innovation in the field of dentistry. It involves an internationally patented oral splint that enables more precise, safe, and comfortable intraoral ultrasound imaging. This technological solution addresses a previously unmet clinical need: the difficulty of performing ultrasound imaging within the oral cavity while ensuring technical reliability and patient comfort. Until now, positioning the transducer amidst complex anatomical structures—such as the tongue, palate, or cheeks—and the need to apply conductive gel directly inside the mouth limited image quality and caused discomfort. The splint developed by ADEMA introduces a significant change in this field. It is a flexible, waterproof device pre-loaded with ultrasound conductive gel that acts as a stable interface between the ultrasound probe and oral tissues. This solution eliminates the presence of air—the primary factor causing signal distortion—and enables the acquisition of high-quality images without applying gel directly into the oral cavity. Key benefits include improved accuracy in periodontal measurements, the reliable localization of critical anatomical structures—such as the palatine artery—and the monitoring of bone and gingival grafts, as well as potential applications in aesthetic procedures and the early diagnosis of serious conditions like oral cancer. For ADEMA, this recognition reinforces the institution’s commitment to applied research, knowledge transfer, and the development of real-world solutions for current clinical challenges. The ultrasound-based intraoral splint represents a step forward toward a form of dentistry that is more technologically advanced, less invasive, and focused on patient well-being. The award presented at the 2026 Health Gala highlights ADEMA’s work in fostering safer, more efficient, and person-centered healthcare, and helps position the Balearic Islands as a leading hub for innovation in health sciences.