*Data as of 2022. Updated statistics are being compiled.
Research Capacity
176+ researchers across eight specialized research groups
81 doctoral researchers actively engaged in cutting-edge AI research
21 predoctoral researchers with active research grants (2022)
30+ years of collective AI research experience
Scientific Output
2,000+ publications since inception, with many highly cited works
445 papers published between 2020-2022
143 high-impact publications (JCR indexed) in the same period
21 PhD theses defended between 2020-2022:
- 2020: 6 theses
- 2021: 4 theses
- 2022: 11 theses
Research Projects & Funding
135+ competitive research projects secured from:
- European Union programs
- Spanish National Research Plan
- Valencian Research Plan
- Technology Transfer Projects
€18+ million in total funding obtained since 2000
€3.4 million in research funding for 2022 alone
Technology Transfer
24 software solutions and patents protecting innovative AI technologies
35 specialized AI services available to industry and organizations
Extensive industry contracts with local, national, and international companies
International Recognition
One of Spain's largest AI research centers with 176+ dedicated researchers
Active member of CAIRNE - Confederation of Laboratories for AI Research in Europe
Partner in leading European networks including EFFRA, RENIC, BDVA, AIOTI, NESSI, and Inndromeda
Contributing to European AI research excellence through 8+ international collaborations
Research Impact
VRAIN researchers have:
- Chaired major AI conferences including ECAI, AAMAS, EUMAS, IICAPS
- Served on editorial boards of leading AI journals
- Led key positions in organizations like EURAMAS and AEPIA
- Contributed to European AI research and innovation through CAIRNE and major international networks