The four I’s of MORE CoLAB
MORE CoLAB promotes the development of mountain regions, with a focus on the Mediterranean mountains, applying innovation in: Innovation in the Mountain Environment and Ecosystem Management, Innovation in Bio-based Products and Processes, Innovation through Intelligent Technologies, and Innovation in Heritage, Tourism and Well-being.
Contributes directly to the implementation of the Common Agricultural Policy, the European Bioeconomy and Biodiversity Strategies, promoting a more sustainable agriculture and silviculture. ECO intervention also focuses on the valorization of endogenous resources together with the sustainable management of natural resources and restoration of degraded ecosystems, with a focus on biodiversity, water, and soil. By acting at different levels, we contribute to the availability and efficient use and production of commodities and raw-materials.
Field trials to assess the effectiveness of bioproducts for pest and disease control in agroforestry and agri-food sectors
Decision support studies based on geographic information systems
Technical and scientific consultancy services
Contributes to the development of strategies for the valorization and application of byproducts/residues derived from agroforestry-industrial activities in the Mediterranean mountains. It focuses on obtaining natural ingredients with high added value and in implementing new technologies and processes for the extraction, purification and stabilization/compatibilization of these new natural ingredients, for posterior application in different industrial sectors (food, textiles, footwear, pharmaceuticals, bioenergy, etc.).
Development of new food formulations and ingredients
Process optimization
Technical and scientific advisory services
Promotes the use of intelligent technologies, such as the Internet of Things (IoT), Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), to drive forward the digitalization agenda and to foster the adoption of cutting-edge solutions across public and private sectors. Advocates for a sustainable and eco-friendly transition by minimizing reliance on non-renewable energy sources. Has a holistic framework that mobilizes expertise from various realms of Research and Innovation (R&I), through the use of sensor technology, connectivity solutions, data analytics, decision support systems, monitoring/visualization and robotic systems.
Digitalization of production processes
Development of an animal traceability system through LoRa technology
Development of a technological system for pedestrian safety
Promotes activities of safeguarding and transfer of knowledge inherent to cultural heritage into innovative projects and activities (through inventorying processes, storytelling, co-creation, and digital mediation for public access to and fruition of cultural heritage). R&D activities focused on developing innovative strategies for promoting tourism potential, collecting and processing data regarding visitors and tourist profiles, in order to develop new services that provide maximum visibility and better knowledge of the preferences of potential clients and visitors. Collaboration on projects dedicated to promoting active ageing and well-being.
Valorization of Cultural Heritage (Inventory, Audiovisual and digital recording, Planning and Implementation)
Development of tourist resources
