The ADEMA+ Foundation recognizes research excellence in health sciences and celebrates the graduation of the second class of the Master’s in Digital Dentistry.
>> During the ceremony, the ADEMA+ Foundation Awards were presented to figures who represent excellence in research and the ability to transfer knowledge to society. The ADEMA+ Foundation held its first Research Awards ceremony, recognizing the work of outstanding researchers and organizations for their commitment to scientific, academic, and social advancement in the field of health sciences. During the ceremony, the ADEMA+ Foundation Awards were presented to figures who represent excellence in research and the ability to transfer knowledge to society. Dr. Fèlix Grases Freixedas has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award in Research, in recognition of a lifetime of dedication to scientific and academic development. The New Researcher Award went to Miguel García Samuelsson, Mónica Piña, Daniela Vallejos, Irene Coll, and Gemma Sempere, for the solidity and impact of their initial scientific contributions. Dr. José Ignacio Ramírez Manent has received the Researcher of the Year Award for the relevance and tangible impact of his most recent results in his specialty. At the institutional level, the Royal Academy of Medicine of the Balearic Islands (RAMIB) has been recognized as a research institution for its key role in promoting scientific dissemination and knowledge production. The award was received by its secretary general, Dr. Josep Maria Vicens. In the field of dentistry, Dr. Andrés Martínez-Jover has been recognized with the Research Award for his professional career and his significant contributions to clinical dental practice. Dr. Lluís Masmiquel Comas also received the Human Nutrition and Dietetics Research Award, recognizing his scientific work in the field of metabolic and nutritional health. The awardees expressed their gratitude and shared their thoughts on current research challenges, the importance of interdisciplinary work, and the social impact of scientific knowledge. During his speech, ADEMA President Diego González argued that “these awards represent our firm belief that research excellence must be recognized, promoted, and projected into society. At ADEMA, we are committed, from our classrooms, to ensuring that future generations of healthcare professionals integrate research as a tool for real transformation in their environment.” Research activity In just three years, ADEMA has published over 130 publications in high-impact scientific journals, with pioneering developments in artificial intelligence applied to health, biomarkers, 3D medical simulation, and nutrition. The center, accredited under the UNE 166002 standard, has a multidisciplinary team that leads international projects, develops health patents, and participates in Phase III clinical trials, promoting the transfer of knowledge to society and industry. Adding to this growth is the opening of the new University Research Center in Medical Sciences on its new campus in Coll d’en Rabassa, where Dentistry and Nutrition will be taught next year, specialized training will be offered, and new lines of research will be opened. Currently, this educational center’s research team includes 11 predoctoral researchers, four postdoctoral researchers, and five senior researchers, covering various technological, epidemiological, and clinical areas, such as cardiometabolic risks, oral health, and nutrition. It also uses artificial intelligence and 3D haptic technologies to develop competitive projects funded by the Balearic Islands Government and the EU. It also collaborates with researchers from international universities. It should be noted that all ADEMA University School research conducted on patients or human participants has been approved by the Balearic Islands Research Ethics Committee (CEI-IB), with more than twenty projects having been carried out and giving rise to relevant scientific research, final degree projects (TFG), final master’s projects (TFM) and doctoral theses. Cutting-edge training in digital health The event continued with the graduation ceremony for the second graduating class of the Master’s Degree in Digital Dentistry, a pioneering program in the Balearic Islands that trains specialists in advanced technologies applied to dental practice. A total of 21 students have received their diplomas, culminating in a program characterized by academic excellence and a commitment to innovation in oral health. The day concluded with a moving recognition of the new professionals and a commitment to continuing to develop projects that integrate research, teaching, and knowledge transfer.
The collaborative project Interstellar Decennial (Chelsea College of Arts, UAL) wins the Emerging Artists-Barceló Group Award at the University Art Biennial – Art Week 2025
>> Ukrainian delegation wins the Audience Award. This afternoon, the Aljub of the Es Baluard Museum hosted the closing ceremony and awards ceremony of the University Art Biennial – Art Week ADEMA 2025, a pioneering week-long event that has transformed Mallorca into a meeting point for emerging university art worldwide. The biennial, organized by ADEMA, brought together more than 300 artists, students, and researchers from 21 universities around the world in an unprecedented initiative on the international academic scene. The Biennial’s director and curator, Amparo Sard, and Ian Monroe (University of Arts London), were responsible for announcing the awards at a ceremony that recognized creativity, innovation, research, experimentation, and dialogue among Fine Arts students and researchers. A total of seven prizes and twelve awards marked the closing of this edition: Honorable mentions went to Valvanuz Ruiz (ADEMA University School of Fine Arts, Palma) and Mia Bevan (Chelsea College of Arts, UAL, London). Honorable mentions for the Institute Art Gender Nature (FHNW Academy of Art and Design, Basel) and Research Film Studio (Princeton University, USA). International jury of renowned professionals These awards have been evaluated by an international jury composed of leading figures from the world of art and culture: Claudia Tittel (the curator of the European Capital of Culture 2025 of Chemnitz in Germany, art and culture scientist, curator), Wendy Anderson (director of International Development-University of Arts London, artist and curator), Amparo Sard (head of Studies of the Degree in Fine Arts at ADEMA and artist), Adriana Polveroni ((Artistic Director Modern and Contemporary Art Fair Arte in Nuvola, in Rome), Anita Beckers (gallery owner), David Barro (director of Es Baluard Museu d’Art Contemporani de Palma), Alejandro Romero (Coordinator of the Spanish Pavilion at the Venice Biennale for both the Contemporary Art and Architecture editions and coordinator of Visual Arts at AECID), Xavier Fiol (gallery owner-Art Palma Contemporani) and Pilar Pujol (Art director of the Barceló Foundation). A living network of artistic thought During his remarks, ADEMA President Diego González highlighted the event’s human, research, and academic dimensions and thanked all the participating universities, artists, collaborating institutions, and the organizing team for their involvement in an initiative that “exceeded all expectations, thrilled us, and demonstrated that Mallorca can be an international benchmark in the field of contemporary university art.” Diego González emphasized that this first edition “encourages us to continue collaborating and investing in internationalization” and reaffirmed ADEMA’s commitment to the continuation of this project: “We will continue to network with universities, institutions, and stakeholders in the Fine Arts sector. This is just the beginning of future initiatives that will connect research, training, and artistic creation in the university setting.” For his part, the Regional Minister of Tourism, Jaume Bauzá, was responsible for closing the event. During his speech, he congratulated ADEMA for organizing this project, which “is not just an exhibition. It’s a declaration of intent. It’s a way of saying that art matters. That young people matter. That investing in culture, education, and critical thinking is the best way to build a freer, more just, and humane future.” He also argued that “making art today is an act of resistance and also of hope. And you have done much more than show your works: you have shared your inner world, and that is a gift we will never forget.” For her part, First Vice President and Regional Minister of Culture, Antònia Roca, expressed her support for the Biennial: “Mallorca has been a meeting point for contemporary university art from around the world these past few days. At the Consell de Mallorca, we are proud to support an initiative that connects young talent, universities, and cultural institutions, fostering creation, research, and critical thinking. Because our culture must be open to everyone.” “This Biennial demonstrates that our island can be the stage for major international cultural events, while also promoting the professionalization of our young creators. Art not only inspires us, but also propels us toward the future as an open, active, and creative society,” he concluded. The University Art Biennial – Art Week 2025 is supported by the Barceló Hotel Group, the Balearic Islands Government, the Balearic Institute of Studies, the Consell de Mallorca, Palma City Council, Inca City Council, the Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID), Estrella Damm, Es Baluard Museum of Contemporary Art, Endesa, and the Baleària Foundation.
ADEMA awards the work of 70 companies and institutions of the Health and Fine Arts sector for their involvement in the educational program of external internships.
The president of ADEMA, Diego González, has pointed out the importance of this event since “these collaborations not only enrich academic training, but also provide valuable practical experience that prepares students for the job market”. “From here my sincere thanks to the management teams of the companies and institutions and tutors who are committed to their work and make a great effort to help them complement the development of their practical skills and acquire deeper knowledge of their field of study, discovering new opportunities and strengths. Throughout our 31 years of experience they have become more than 400 companies and institutions, training almost 5,000 university and VET students”. Every year at ADEMA, 9 out of 10 students find a job at the end of the course with a high level of job placement. Professional internships, in the words of Diego González, are an integral part of the educational process, “providing students with the opportunity to apply the theoretical knowledge acquired in the classroom to real-world situations. However, this enriching process would not be possible without the commitment and collaboration of external companies. They are a fundamental part of the education-society binomial”. For González, “the internship opportunity represents much more than just work experience. It gives them the chance to make valuable industry connections that often open doors to the job market. Entities are not only investing in the future of working talent, they are also enriching their own teams with new ideas, perspectives and skills.” The Ministry of Education and Universities of the Balearic Government has joined the act of recognition to the collaborating entities of ADEMA with the presence of the councilor, Antoni Vera, and the general director of Universities and Artistic Education, Sebastià Massanet. During his speech, Councilor Vera stressed the importance of the presence of companies in the education system to help prepare qualified students adapted to the needs of the productive fabric and thanked them for their involvement. On the other hand, the president of ADEMA has argued that “academic training is not the exclusive task of the educational center. It is true that we have a task among our objectives, but the process of guaranteeing specialized, comprehensive and quality training also needs the impulse of many business alliances. For months, companies become the natural space for the expansion of the classroom, where, necessarily, theoretical training converges with the practical development of the knowledge acquired.” González also highlighted the work done by ADEMA students at the school thanks to an innovative educational methodology based on service learning projects, where they connect with the real world. “Academic internships are not only a training activity, but also an excellent complement to avoid talent leaks by connecting with the business sector, which promotes innovation and achieves on multiple occasions that research, a great asset in ADEMA, is more focused on the needs of the sector”. According to Dr. Pilar Tomás, academic secretary and head of Career Counseling, internships provide students with contacts, skills development, general and cross-cutting competencies, “help them to deepen their understanding of the area in which they want to develop their professional career and, in some cases, are followed up with an employment contract when they finish their degree. Students who have completed internships have an easier time finding employment. Download here all the photos DISTINGUISHED COMPANIES AND ENTITIES Balearic Union of Health Entities (UBES) IB SALUT SAINT JOHN OF GOD Son Espases Hospital QUIRÓN GROUP INCA Hospital JUANEDA GROUP MANACOR Hospital SAMU IMAS Sar Ca’n Carbonell Residence Serra Farell Pharmacy Spanish Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics ADIBA (Association of people with Diabetes of the Balearic Islands) ALCER (Asoc. Fight Against Kidney Diseases) Alimentòmica S.L. 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