Rector Capilla closes the heartfelt tribute to Manuel López Pellicer, a key figure in the history of the UPV
28 Mar 2025
Today, the Universitat Politècnica de València paid a heartfelt tribute to Professor Manuel López Pellicer, Emeritus Professor of Applied Mathematics and a key figure in the development of both the discipline and the university itself. The ceremony, held at the assembly hall of ETSIAMN—where he carried out much of his teaching—gathered colleagues from the Department of Applied Mathematics, his family, and institutional representatives, including the UPV’s Rector, José E. Capilla, who closed the event with words of recognition.
The rector highlights the achievements and challenges of the UPV at the Governing Council
06 Mar 2025
The Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) held a new session of its Governing Council today, during which Rector Pepe Capilla reviewed the progress made in recent years and outlined the strategic direction for the new term.
The UPV Rector Attends the Fórum Europa Tribuna Mediterránea, Where the Recovery of the Valencian Community After the DANA is Analyzed
26 Feb 2025
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, Pepe Capilla, attended the Fórum Europa Tribuna Mediterránea today, an event that brought together political, business, and academic representatives to discuss the challenges and strategies for recovery following the DANA on October 29.
The Rector inaugurates the exhibition “Perhaps the Greatest Odyssey in the World” at ETSIGCT
24 Feb 2025
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Pepe Capilla, has inaugurated the exhibition “Perhaps the Greatest Odyssey in the World” at the hall of the School of Geodetic, Cartographic, and Topographic Engineering (ETSIGCT), a showcase commemorating the first circumnavigation of the Earth, led by Ferdinand Magellan and completed by Juan Sebastián Elcano in the 16th century.
The UPV Rector Supports Excellence and Innovation at the Union Profesional de Valencia Awards
21 Feb 2025
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), José E. Capilla, attended the VIII edition of the Excellence in Professionalism Awards, organized by the Union Profesional de Valencia, last Wednesday. This event, which recognizes the work of professionals and institutions in various fields, honored the Institute of Biomechanics of Valencia (IBV), a leading center affiliated with UPV, with the award for excellence in the category of Entrepreneurship, Training, and Employment for its Impuls project.
The UPV rector welcomes a delegation from Navantia to strengthen research and training ties
14 Feb 2025
On January 24, 2025, the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) welcomed a delegation from Navantia, a leader in shipbuilding and sustainable energy. The meeting served as an initial contact between both entities to explore potential collaboration opportunities in research, development, and innovation (R&D&I).
The UPV Rector Highlights University Challenges and Achievements in His Interview on À Punt
13 Feb 2025
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Pepe Capilla, was interviewed on the regional television channel À Punt on the occasion of his re-election as Rector of the UPV, supported by the majority of the university community. During the interview, he addressed key topics concerning the university, its evolution in recent years, and future challenges. The conversation covered subjects such as the rectoral elections, student growth, the internationalization of the UPV, the importance of scientific and technological vocations, the impact of artificial intelligence on education, and collaboration with international institutions.
Pepe Capilla signs an agreement with the Royal Academy of Valencian Culture to strengthen cultural and academic collaboration
31 Jan 2025
Valencia, January 31, 2025 – The Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) and the Royal Academy of Valencian Culture (RACV) have formalized a framework collaboration agreement aimed at strengthening ties in the fields of education and culture. The signing ceremony, held at the RACV headquarters, was presided over by the UPV’s rector, Pepe Capilla, and the RACV’s dean, José Luis Manglano De Más, who was also a professor at UPV.
Pepe Capilla, present at the transfer of the presidency of the CRUPV to the Universitat Jaume I
31 Jan 2025
This January 31, the Conference of Rectors of the Valencian Public Universities (CRUPV) held at the Universitat Jaume I (UJI) the transfer of its presidency, which passes from the Universidad Miguel Hernández Elche (UMH) to the UJI.
Capilla introduces the presentation of the Atlantic Constellation in Spain
20 Jan 2025
On Monday, January 20, the Blue Cube Auditorium at the City of Innovation (CPI) of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) hosted the presentation of the Atlantic Constellation. This ambitious project, led by the Spanish Space Agency (AEE) in collaboration with Portugal, aims to deploy a satellite system to observe Earth and address global challenges such as climate change, sustainability, security, and emergency management.
Pepe Capilla accompanies the Rector of the University of Alicante at the inauguration of her second term
17 Jan 2025
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, Pepe Capilla, participated this Friday in the inauguration ceremony of Amparo Navarro Faure as Rector of the University of Alicante, held in the institution’s Auditorium. The event brought together prominent academic and political authorities, featuring speeches by the Minister of Science, Innovation, and Universities, Diana Morant, and the President of the Generalitat Valenciana, Carlos Mazón.
Education and teaching as core pillars of the university: ETSII presents its Excellence Awards
16 Jan 2025
The Technical School of Industrial Engineering (ETSII) of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) held its traditional Excellence Awards ceremony this Tuesday, accompanied by a tribute to staff who retired during the 2023/24 academic year. The event, which took place in the school's Assembly Hall, was presided over by UPV Rector José E. Capilla, ETSII Director Ángel Ortiz, and the school's Secretary, Alfonso Cárcel.
Pepe Capilla highlights the importance of vocations during the signing of the ‘Artificial Intelligence and Mobility’ Classroom
13 Jan 2025
This Monday, January 13, 2025, the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) and Renault Spain signed a collaboration agreement to establish the “Artificial Intelligence and Mobility” Classroom. The event, held in the rector’s office, solidified an initiative aimed at strengthening the relationship between the university and the business sector.
The Rector of the UPV Welcomes the Accreditation Panel for the DOCENTIA Program
09 Jan 2025
The Rector, Pepe Capilla, has welcomed the accreditation panel responsible for evaluating the DOCENTIA program, a key initiative for the continuous improvement of teaching quality at our institution.
The winners of the Draw the Science contest receive their prizes from the Rector
27 Dec 2024
The UPV presents the prizes for the 12th edition of Draw Science at Christmasrn• This year, 275 drawings on a wide variety of themes have been submitted, and many of them also featured the theme of Danarn• Among the winners is “Recovering Memory”, a drawing that captures the work that a team from the Faculty of Fine Arts of the Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV) is carrying out to recover photos that were destroyed by the Dana
Recognition, excellence, and holiday spirit at the UPV School of Civil Engineering
20 Dec 2024
The School of Civil Engineering at the Universitat Politècnica de València (ETSICCP) held its traditional Christmas event last Friday in the newly renamed “Rafael Couchoud” Auditorium, honoring the UPV’s first rector and civil engineer. The event brought together students, retirees, staff, and authorities to celebrate academic excellence and recognize those who have dedicated their professional lives to the School.
The Rector highlights university solidarity at the ETSIAMN Christmas event
20 Dec 2024
The School of Agricultural Engineering and the Natural Environment (ETSIAMN) held its traditional 2024 Christmas institutional event today, marked this year by a special recognition of the university community’s efforts following the DANA that severely impacted the region. Professor Pepe Capilla, Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, opened the event with a speech focused on solidarity, resilience, and the lessons learned from this catastrophe.
The Rector Reports on UPV’s Progress at the Governing Council
19 Dec 2024
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Professor Pepe Capilla, addressed the Governing Council session to highlight several key issues. Firstly, he congratulated the new President of the Student Council and expressed gratitude for the work of the outgoing president.
UPV and Andersen sign the Chair of Sustainability and Regulated Markets
27 Nov 2024
The Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) and Andersen Tax & Legal Iberia have signed a collaboration agreement to create the Andersen Chair of Sustainability and Regulated Markets, strengthening ties between academia and the business world. The signing ceremony took place on Tuesday, November 26, in the Honoris Room of the UPV Rectorate Building.
The Rector of UPV attends Felipe Palau’s appointment as Honorary Consul of Austria
21 Nov 2024
Professor Felipe Palau, from the Department of Economics and Social Sciences at the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), has taken office as the Honorary Consul of the Republic of Austria for the Valencian Community, Murcia, and Albacete. The event, held at the Ateneo Mercantil of Valencia, was attended by the Rector of UPV, former Rector Juan Juliá, and numerous university colleagues.
The Rector signs an agreement with EMIVASA to advance sustainability and innovation in water management
21 Nov 2024
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) presided today over the signing of an agreement with EMIVASA, the Valencian Mixed Water Company, reaffirming the university’s commitment to sustainability and research. This agreement, framed within the patronage policy promoted by the Vice-Rectorate for Internationalization and Communication and the Sponsorship Office, marks a significant step toward optimizing resource use and fostering innovative solutions.
UPV Rector Announces Support Measures for Those Affected by the DANA in Valencia
05 Nov 2024
The Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) has announced a series of measures to support members of its community affected by the recent DANA that has devastated several areas of Valencia. In a statement, the Rector expressed the university community's distress over this catastrophe and the institution's commitment to provide aid to those impacted. Measures include the creation of a social action fund, a donation campaign, the organization of volunteers, and the provision of university spaces for emergency personnel.
UPV’s Commitment to Society: The Rector Highlights the University’s Role in Times of Emergency
31 Oct 2024
The UPV Governing Council began the session with a minute of silence in memory of the victims of the recent DANA (isolated heavy rainfall) that affected the province of Valencia, showing the solidarity of the university community with those impacted by the storm. Subsequently, after addressing the various items on the agenda, the Rector, in his report, highlighted the following points.
UPV Highlights Advances in Groundwater Protection at a Conference Honoring Professor Andrés Sahuquillo
29 Oct 2024
Today, the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) hosted a conference dedicated to groundwater contamination, under the theme Advances in Diagnosis, Prevention, and Remediation. Held at the School of Civil Engineering, the event gathered leading experts and authorities in water resources, who addressed the main scientific and technological challenges for the sustainable management of this essential and vulnerable resource.
UPV Reaffirms its Commitment to Sustainability at AGRODAY24
29 Oct 2024
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) inaugurated AGRODAY24, an event organized by the TIMAC AGRO-UPV Chair to address contemporary agricultural challenges. In his speech, the Rector thanked the executives present, highlighting the trust of TIMAC AGRO and the value of the School of Agricultural and Environmental Engineering (ETSIAMN) in managing university chairs.
The UPV Rector Highlights the Role of Alumni at the 2024 Alumni Destacado Awards Ceremony
28 Oct 2024
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“You Are the Future”: UPV Welcomes Its New Faculty
24 Oct 2024
On October 24, the Universitat Politècnica de València held a welcome event in the Auditorium for its new faculty members, including 101 Assistant Professors and nearly 30 Permanent Associates. During the event, the Rector and senior UPV officials offered a warm reception and guidance to help the new faculty integrate and prepare their careers within the institution.
The Rector of the UPV highlights the Alcoy Campus as a strategic pillar for research and internationalization
23 Oct 2024
The Alcoy Campus of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) held today the Inaugural Lecture for the 2024-2025 academic year, in an event presided over by the Rector of the UPV, Pepe Capilla. During the event, the campus's advancements in research, innovation, and collaboration with the region's business sector were highlighted, as well as its growing internationalization.
Pepe Capilla: “The Senior University is a model of lifelong learning”
22 Oct 2024
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Pepe Capilla, inaugurated the new academic year of the Senior University today, highlighting the importance of continuous learning in an ever-changing world. Speaking before a full auditorium, the Rector emphasized UPV’s commitment to lifelong education and praised the organizing team for their excellent work.
The Rector of the UPV inaugurates the Parliamentary Law course at Les Corts Valencianes
18 Oct 2024
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Pepe Capilla, participated today in the inauguration of the Parliamentary Law course at Les Corts Valencianes, an initiative that brings university students closer to the workings of democratic institutions, particularly the legislative power.
Pepe Capilla: “Ángela Pérez represents two of the UPV’s core values: research excellence and entrepreneurship”
27 Sep 2024
The Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) celebrated the unveiling of a new mural dedicated to scientist and entrepreneur Ángela Pérez, as part of the Dones de Ciència initiative, a project aimed at highlighting the contributions of women in science and technology. The mural, created by painter Pilar Cárdenas, is part of a series of portraits honoring notable female scientists and their impact on society.
The UPV and USFQ strengthen ties during the “Galapagos Day” commemoration
26 Sep 2024
Yesterday, at the delegation of the Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ) in Valencia, the “Galapagos Day” was celebrated, bringing together academics, diplomats, and representatives from various universities in a packed auditorium. The event featured a keynote address by the Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), who gave a presentation on sustainability and the UPV’s initiatives in this field.
The Rector presents UPV and Nunsys present a new chair focused on artificial intelligence
24 Sep 2024
The Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) and the Valencian technology company Nunsys have officially presented their new business chair, aimed at promoting the development and application of artificial intelligence (AI) in both academic and business environments. The event was attended by the Rector of the UPV, Pepe Capilla; the president of Nunsys, Paco Gavilán; and UPV professor and director of the Valencian Research Institute for Artificial Intelligence (VRAIN), Vicent Botti.
The UPV fosters the debate on social innovation
24 Sep 2024
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Professor Pepe Capilla, participated yesterday in the inauguration of the 5th Social Innovation Forum, held at the Polytechnic City of Innovation. During his speech, the Rector emphasized the crucial role of social innovation as a driver of change in society and reaffirmed the UPV's strong commitment to promoting entrepreneurship in this area.
The UPV and the Diputació de València sign an agreement to promote teaching, research, and heritage preservation
18 Sep 2024
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Professor Pepe Capilla, and the President of the Diputació de València, Vicent Mompó, signed this Friday a general collaboration protocol that will cover the next two years. This agreement aims to foster cooperation between the two institutions in key areas such as teaching, research, entrepreneurship, and the management of historical heritage, both artistic and documentary.
Capilla: “This academic year consolidates a spectacular increase in the number of UPV students”
11 Sep 2024
To mark the start of the academic year, the Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Pepe Capilla, was interviewed by journalists Arturo Blay and Jessica Crespo on the Valencian edition of the Hoy por Hoy program on Cadena Ser. The interview, held in the Ágora gardens at the UPV, allowed the Rector to address the university’s main challenges and achievements, as well as to welcome all the university students in the Valencian Community starting the academic year.
The UPV Rector welcomes a delegation from the Generalitat Valenciana at the Valencian Space Consortium
05 Sep 2024
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Professor José Capilla, welcomed a delegation from the Generalitat Valenciana, led by Emilia Selva, Secretary for Public Administration, and Jesús Gual, Secretary for Economy, with the aim of learning firsthand about the key activities and facilities of the Valencian Space Consortium (VSC).
New Research Portal: “A Key Improvement in Research Management,” Highlights the Rector
11 Jul 2024
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) opened the presentation day of the new Research Portal, an innovative tool developed over the past two years to meet the growing demands of the research community. This portal represents a key improvement in research management, crucial due to the notable increase in research activity.
“Artificial intelligence is not a threat, it’s an opportunity” - José Capilla
05 Jul 2024
On July 5, 2024, the SH Valencia Palace Hotel hosted the inauguration of the 15th Innovation Congress of the Valencian Community, an event organized by the Innovation Club of the Valencian Community. This congress, under the theme “AI, a tool for innovation,” brought together leaders and experts to discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming business management and fostering innovation.
The Rector of the UPV: “A Celebration of Excellence and Innovation” at the XXIII Edition of the Social Council Awards
04 Jul 2024
At the XXIII edition of the Social Council Awards of the UPV, the Rector welcomed attendees, highlighting the presence of Valencian government authorities, the rectoral team, and Social Council members. He described the event as a celebration of excellence, innovation, and cooperation between the university and business, emphasizing that these values are fundamental to the UPV.
Art, Science, Technology, and Society, the DNA of UPV
03 Jul 2024
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, Professor Pepe Capilla, inaugurated today the VI International Congress on Research in Visual Arts (ANIAV). This congress, organized by the National Association of Researchers in Visual Arts (ANIAV) and UPV, is held at the Faculty of Fine Arts and hosts over 200 participants from 50 universities, 25 of which are from other countries.
Formula Student, another way of doing university
14 Jun 2024
The presentation of a new prototype of the UPV Formula Student competition car is one of those essential events that cannot be missed. The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, Professor Pepe Capilla, has attended the launch of FSUPV 11, the car with which the team will participate in the university competition circuit that will be held during the months of July and August in Austria, Hungary and Spain.
Rector's Report: rankings, bylaws and LOSU
06 Jun 2024
The approval by the Senate of the new statutes, the excellent position of the Universitat Politècnica de València in the rankings or the issues of the implementation of the Organic Law of the University System, are just some of the points that the Rector, Professor Pepe Capilla, has discussed in his report before the Government Council.
La Universidad Senior de la UPV, an authentic social network
05 Jun 2024
The closure of the 2023-2024 academic year of the Senior University of the Polytechnic University of Valencia at the Vera Campus was presided over by the Rector, Professor Pepe Capilla. The celebration of the 25th anniversary, the role of the Senior University within the education policies throughout the life of the university, as well as its role as a social network of the Senior students, were the fundamental axes of his speech.
Capilla: “Participate in upSTEAM! “will guide your future”
22 May 2024
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, Professor Pepe Capilla, has inaugurated the awards ceremony for the UPV's flagship program for promoting scientific-technical vocations upSTEAM! The protagonists of this event, young students between 10 and 18 years old, have used science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in their projects to address real problems that contribute to creating a better future.
ETSEAMN, among the 5 best schools in Spain
09 May 2024
On the occasion of San Isidro week, organized by the Higher Technical School of Agronomic and Natural Environment Engineering (ETSEAMN) between May 6 and 9, 2024, the Rector participated in the institutional event held on May 9, 2024 in the center's assembly hall.
Capilla: “A university without internationalization is not a university”
08 May 2024
In anticipation of the celebration of Europe Day, European project monitoring sessions have been organized at the UPV. These days, which are held between March 8 and 9, are organized by the Spanish Service for the Internationalization of Education (SEPIE), the Department of Education, Universities and Employment and the Polytechnic University of Valencia itself. These sessions, to which more than 200 people were invited, serve as a meeting point between program managers (SEPIE) and project coordinators.
30th Week of Civil Engineering and the Environment
06 May 2024
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, Professor Pepe Capilla, has inaugurated the Civil Engineering and Environment Week. This event, which is a tribute to graduates from 25 and 50 years ago, is promoted by the Higher Technical School of Civil Engineering, Canals and Ports of the UPV and celebrates its 30th anniversary in this edition.
Faraday Rocketry UPV, 56 students on their way to space
03 May 2024
The Faraday Rocketry UPV Spontaneous Generation group presents Origin, the new prototype with which they hope to reach space, reaching, in the future, 100 km in height. This prototype, which is the largest and most powerful that the team has built, will carry out different tests in the coming months and will participate in the Euroc competition to be held in Portugal in October 2024.
The UPV moves forward
25 Apr 2024
The process of drafting the new statutes, the hiring of faculty, or issues related to university financing, are just some of the important issues derived from the implementation of the Organic Law of the University System (LOSU). The Rector, Professor Pepe Capilla, has dedicated a large part of his report to these very relevant topics during the celebration of the Governing Council on April 25, 2024.
The multifaceted Valencian economy
24 Apr 2024
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, Professor Pepe Capilla, has participated in a round table in which a perspective of the Valencian economy has been presented from the different agents that participate in it: university, business and administration.
UPV and Startup Valencia renew their alliance
24 Apr 2024
The Universitat Politècnica de València and Startup Valencia have renewed their collaboration agreement to further strengthen the Valencian entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem. Both entities see this agreement as an opportunity to lead entrepreneurship, improve the regulatory framework for startups and promote an academic offer more focused on entrepreneurship.
Lifelong learning is of the utmost importance
23 Apr 2024
Lifelong learning, a right recognized by the European Union, is the protagonist these days in the Activate your Future conference that the Universitat Politècnica de València celebrates between April 23 and 27, 2024. The opening day It has had a Auditorium full of people and with the presence of the main authorities in the field of education and culture.
Capilla: “the UPV has always had a strong connection with Colombia”
22 Apr 2024
The Rector, Pepe Capilla, welcomes the representatives of the Colombian Association of Engineering Faculties (ACOFI), the main network in Colombia that brings together universities in this field.
UPV, leader in employability
18 Apr 2024
The Rector, Professor Pepe Capilla, has inaugurated the sixteenth edition of the Employment Forum of the Gandía Campus of the Polytechnic University of Valencia. The forum, which has a record participation of 43 companies, is a fundamental meeting point between the students of the Campus and the business community of the Safor Region.
UPV and INCLIVA at the forefront of medical research
15 Apr 2024
Pepe Capilla, the Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, has signed a collaboration agreement with the INCLIVA Health Research Institute that reflects the multidisciplinary nature of clinical research as well as the relevant role that biomedicine and technologies play in its development.
The Rector visits the TEC de Monterrey in Mexico City
04 Mar 2024
The rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, Professor Pepe Capilla, has been able to learn first-hand about the training model of the Tecnológico de Monterrey, a prestigious Mexican institution with more than 95,000 students distributed on numerous campuses throughout the country as well as several delegations. abroad.
UPV graduates in Mexico
04 Mar 2024
“I said I graduated from UPV and they almost hired me immediately”: this is how one of the UPV alumni from Mexico expressed it during the visit of Pepe Capilla, rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, to the Aztec country.
Students are core to the university
21 Feb 2024
The important role that students play in the university, as an essential piece and reason for its existence, has been present in each and every one of the words that the rector of the UPV, Professor Pepe Capilla, has addressed to the students. who were welcomed to their respective delegations today. On this topic, as on many others, he has coincided with the intervention of the new delegate of UPV students, Javier Esquerdo, a BBAA graduate and current student at the Faculty of Business Administration.
UPV Women's Leadership: Emplea 2025
26 Jan 2024
Female leadership is once again a protagonist at the Universitat Politècnica de València, a university dedicated to promoting the role of women in our society.rnrnThe rector of the UPV, Professor Pepe Capilla, has inaugurated the second edition of the Emplea Program, an activity promoted by the Integrated Employment Service of the Vice-Rector's Office for Employment and Lifelong Training. “We must motivate our students more to aspire to lead when entering the labor market, which is why this program is a success that can be seen, not only in its results, but in the enthusiasm of the organizers and the mentors,” he said. been one of the main messages of Pepe Capilla's intervention.
We close 2023 with excellent results
21 Dec 2023
The last session of 2023 of the Governing Council, the highest governing body of the university, was held on December 21, with an agenda full of topics resulting from the frenetic activity of the Universitat Politècnica de València that continues working to provide the best of itself to society. Furthermore, the rector Pepe Capilla, in the section reserved for the rector's report, has reviewed some of the most relevant issues that have occurred since the previous council session was held in the month of November.
Capilla: The secret is to always be working with reality
15 Dec 2023
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València has inaugurated the presentation day of the new Singular Scientific Technical Infrastructure (ICTS) for the manufacture of chips, Micronanofabs, of the University Institute of Nanophotonic Technology of the UPV.
Spontaneous Generation, a new way of learning
13 Dec 2023
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, accompanied by the Vice-Rector for Students and Entrepreneurship and the Director of the Spontaneous Generation Area, have received the Fornejant Ciència team, winner of the 2nd prize in the latest edition of the prestigious Ecotrophelia competition. In addition, the student team has received recognition for the best sustainable project during the fTalks Food Summit competition organized by the KM ZERO Food Innovation Hub Foundation.
Twentieth Anniversary of the Student House
12 Dec 2023
The celebration of the twentieth anniversary of the Casa del Alumno of the Universitat Politècnica de València has brought together professors Nieto, Mora and Capilla, 3 of the 5 rectors who have directed the university since the creation of the Casa del Alumno until today. The event has also had the participation of the vice-rectors with responsibilities in the field of students (Juan Miguel Martínez Rubio, Mª Victoria Vivancos, José Luis Cueto and Esther Gómez) as well as several of the numerous student delegates of this period.
Quédate: the UPV-Talent-Companies trinomial
01 Dec 2023
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València has addressed a few words to the participants in Quédate, one of the pioneering events in student talent of the Spanish university system. Quédate, which this year celebrates its seventh anniversary, aims to “incorporate talented young university students into organizations committed to employment.”
The UPV celebrates the best student grades.
28 Nov 2023
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, Professor Pepe Capilla, has presented the recognitions to the students with the best records at the UPV. This emotional event, which is now celebrating 15 years since its implementation, is a moment of “celebration and valuing the work and effort of the students,” highlighted the Rector Capilla during his speech, reminding the winners that they are an example for the entire university community.
Renowagro, an open door to sustainability
23 Nov 2023
The Renowagro congress has opened its doors in the incomparable surroundings of the City of Arts and Sciences of Valencia. The auditorium of the Reina Sofía Palace of Arts has welcomed the participants of an international event in which more than 1,000 people participate and which, in its second edition, has only affirmed its leadership as a vanguard forum for the agri-food sector
The best teaching for students
22 Nov 2023
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València has organized the third Rectorate Seminar, focused on the evolution of the university's teaching-learning model. Professor Capilla, who in his introduction highlighted the importance of being permanently attentive to change and the needs of society, encouraged all participants to reflect on what we do, why we do it and to value the introduction of new learning methodologies that are truly student-centered.
The Rector welcomes doctoral students
20 Nov 2023
The Rector has welcomed the more than 400 doctoral students who are beginning an exciting journey towards research. This conference, organized jointly by the Doctoral School and the Comprehensive Student Support Program (PIAE+), was held at the facilities of the Polytechnic City of Innovation.
Faraday Rocketry UPV: “We want to take the UPV to space”
17 Nov 2023
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, Professor Pepe Capilla, has met with the students Nacho Coello and Francesc Coello from the Faraday Rocketry UPV group. This group, which aims to develop and build rockets, was the winner of the S3 Flight Award in the last edition of the European Rocket Challenge EuRoC'23 and is part of the UPV's Spontaneous Generation program.
Joaquín Andreu awarded the National Prize for Civil Engineering
25 Oct 2023
Professor Joaquín Andreu, one of our country's great experts in water management and planning, has been awarded the National Prize for Civil Engineering. This award, granted by the Ministry of Transport, Mobility and Urban Agenda, has been presented to Professor Andreu by Minister Raquel Sánchez Jiménez.
Capilla encourages computer science graduates in their new stage
25 Oct 2023
The Higher Technical School of Computer Engineering has held the graduation ceremony for the different degrees it offers. The ceremony took place at the Valencia Conference Center, in an assembly hall full of students, family members and the School's teaching staff, who were able to enjoy an academic and, at the same time, festive day.
The Rector supporting research: recognition of Avelino Corma in the Levante-EMV awards
24 Oct 2023
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, Professor Pepe Capilla, has participated in the presentation of the Levante-EMV Awards in which the distinguished researcher of the UPV, Avelino Corma, has been awarded the Prize of the Year in recognition of his brilliant research career.
The Alcoy Campus grows by more than 800 students
10 Oct 2023
The Rector of the Polytechnic University of Valencia has presided over the Inaugural Lecture of the Alcoy Campus. In this event, the Rector and his team, together with the main educational authorities of the Valencian Community, the city and the participation of the vibrant university and business community of Alcoy, have highlighted the role of the UPV in the central regions.
The business community of Alcoy endorses the UPV policy
10 Oct 2023
The Advisory Council of the Alcoy Campus, established in 2021 at the initiative of the Director of the Alcoy Campus, Professor Pau Bernabeu, has met with the Rector and the Autonomous Secretary of Universities, Esther Gómez, in order to monitor the fruitful dynamic that has been established between the company and the Alcoy Campus.
José Capmany, innovative researcher of the year
02 Oct 2023
Pepe Capilla, the rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, has participated in the 11th Edition of the Innovative Companies Forum in which the award for the most innovative researcher was awarded to Professor José Capmany.
Pepe Capilla: We have increased 18.5 on average the number of enrolment credits
28 Sep 2023
The Rector of the UPV has chaired the September session of the Governing Council. During his report, the Rector gave a brief overview of the main actions undertaken by his team as well as some of the most relevant facts.
First seminar: being an active agent of change
27 Sep 2023
The Rector of the UPV, Professor Pepe Capilla, has launched a series of conferences under the title “Rectorate Seminars” aimed at the university's governing bodies. The objective of these conferences is to promote a debate on the main trends in the field of higher education in order to be active agents of change.
Tribute to José Manuel Vela
26 Sep 2023
The Faculty of Business Administration and Management of the Polytechnic University of Valencia has hosted, in a packed auditorium, the tribute to the memory of Professor José Manuel Vela. This emotional event was chaired by the Rector of the UPV, Professor Pepe Capilla, who was accompanied by the Dean of the Faculty of Business Administration and Management, Professor María del Mar Marín, the Director of the Department of Economics and Sciences Social Sciences, Professor Elena Meliá, the Director of the Business Management Research Center (CEGEA), Professor Juan Juliá, as well as the Secretary of CEGEA, Professor Felipe Palau.
UPV agreement with Nova Cartografía
15 Sep 2023
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, Pepe Capilla, has presided over the signing of a new chair with the Nova Cartografía Group. This company, specialized in topography and cartography of high added value for the basis of engineering, construction, energy and industrial projects, has opted for the value of the university-company relationship with the signing of this agreement, as highlighted its CEO, Gabriel Donaire: “the signing of this agreement is a 'win to win' for everyone”, and then added that the company's idea is to “maintain this relationship in a stable manner for many years”. Gabriel Donaire is an engineer from the Polytechnic University of Valencia.
Meeting with the Mayor of Valencia
13 Sep 2023
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, Pepe Capilla, and the Mayor of Valencia, Mª José Catalá, meet with the aim of seeking synergies that facilitate innovation and the attraction of talent in the city of Valencia.
Capilla: “Financing for 2024 is fully secured”
13 Sep 2023
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València and current President of the Conference of Rectors of the Public Universities of the Valencian Community, has promoted a meeting of the 5 universities with the Minister of Education, Universities and Employment, José Antonio Rovira. The councilor stated today that “the approval and implementation of a multi-year financing plan for Valencian public universities is a priority for this Council.”
Renewal of the Chair in Medical Management
12 Sep 2023
The UPV continues to show its strength in the relationship with the company, as demonstrated by the trust placed by companies such as dDR Institute, which once again counts on the UPV as a key partner for the development of its activity, renewing its business chair.
Meeting between UPV Rector and the Rector of the University of Malaga
11 Sep 2023
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, together with the Vice-Rector for Innovation and Transfer and the Vice-Rector for Internationalization and Communication, met with the Rector of the University of Málaga and part of his team at the Málaga Tech Park.
UPV and Samsung working on increasing women participation in ICT
07 Sep 2023
The collaboration with Samsung Spain continues to bear fruit. The Rector of the UPV, Professor Pepe Capilla, has presided over the delivery of diplomas from the Samsung Innovation Campus together with Elena Díaz-Alejo, Manager Corporate Citizenship & Public Affairs at Samsung Electronics Iberia.
Pepe Capilla: “The Port of Valencia is a key infrastructure for development”
25 Jul 2023
The Rector, Professor Pepe Capilla, together with the President of the Port of Valencia, Mr. Joan Calabuig, have today signed the Valencia-Port Chair in port-logistics innovation.
Collaboration agreement between the UPV, CSIC and SENER Energía
21 Jul 2023
The Rector of the UPV, José Capilla, the Business Director of SENER Energy, Juan Vicente Ivorra, and the Vice President of Innovation and Transfer of the CSIC Ana Castro, signed the development contract for the generation of green hydrogen through the direct reduction of a microwave material.
Capilla attends the transfer of powers of the Generalitat Valenciana
20 Jul 2023
The rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, Pepe Capilla, attends the transfer of powers and inauguration of the new Minister of Education, Universities and Employment, José Antonio Rovira.
Promotion and development of agricultural technology at the Alcoy Campus
19 Jul 2023
The Aula Vegetal Welfare ERUM-IoT is born, signed by the rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, Pepe Capilla; the CEO of Erum Dynamic Solutions, Juan Manuel Erum; and the sole administrator of IoT Synergy Investment, Álvaro Soler.
Creativity, ingenuity and dynamism in a FabLab, Aula Caixa Ontinyent
18 Jul 2023
The rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Pepe Capilla, and the President of Caixa Ontinyent signed a collaboration agreement through the firm Aula Caixa Ontinyent, for the creation of a digital design and manufacturing laboratory on the Alcoy Campus. rn
Rector Capilla's encouraging message to the GE Hyperloop UPV team
14 Jul 2023
The Hyperloop team of the Universitat Politècnica de València's Spontaneous Generation programme faces the European Hyperloop Week, the rector of the UPV, Pepe Capilla, sends them a message of encouragement.
Training in the international sphere is key to educational development in all its facets', Pepe Capilla.
12 Jul 2023
The rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, Pepe Capilla, and the rector of the Centro de Enseñanza Técnica y Superior (CETYS Universidad), Fernando León, renew the collaboration agreement to promote the exchange of experiences in the field of teaching, research, development cooperation and culture in general.
Today we renew our commitment to the Carolina Foundation, positioning ourselves even better in the Ibero-American sphere' Pepe Capilla, Rector of UPV
04 Jul 2023
The rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, Pepe Capilla, and José Antonio Sanahuja, director of the Carolina Foundation, sign a new collaboration agreement between the UPV and the Carolina Foundation that will allow the awarding of several scholarships for doctoral training, teacher mobility and short post-doctoral stays for the next academic year.
The Rector participates in Smart Grids Valencia 2023
30 Jun 2023
The Rector of the UPV, Pepe Capilla, has participated in the Smart Grids Valencia 2023 conference, where key issues related to the transformation of the electricity sector to accommodate the new needs generated, to a large extent, by the massive electrification of various sectors of the economy have been discussed.
New horizons for innovation, IBV UPV agreement
27 Jun 2023
The Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), represented by its highest authority, the rector Pepe Capilla, and the Association Instituto de Biomecànica de València (IBV), through its managing director Javier Sánchez Lacuesta, have signed a framework agreement for the collaboration to carry out actions to improve the current headquarters of the IBV located on the Vera Campus.
Tribute to Francisco Luján, the Itercon Chair is born - Francisco Luján Corbera
26 Jun 2023
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Pepe Capilla, and the general manager of the company Innovaciones Técnicas y Recursos Constructivos (Itercon), Manuel Marín, formalise a collaboration agreement between the two institutions for research into the sustainability of data centre ecosystems, analysis of synergies and efficiencies with a positive impact on the territory.
Closing of the academic year and DHC investiture of Mariana Mazzucato
21 Jun 2023
The rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, Pepe Capilla, presides the solemn closing ceremony of the academic year 2022-2023 with the investiture as Doctor Honoris Causa of the internationally renowned economist Mariana Mazzucato and the awarding of the extraordinary doctoral thesis prizes.
Dones de Ciència, tribute to Sara García
19 Jun 2023
The Rector attends the inauguration of the 33rd mural of the Dones de Ciència project at CEIP Cervantes (Gandia), the work of the artist Dolores Navarro 'Yuda', dedicated to Sara García Alonso, the first Spanish woman astronaut.
Emplea Programme, talent and female leadership in the UPV youth academy
16 Jun 2023
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, Pepe Capilla, together with the Government Delegate, Pilar Bernabé, participates in the awards ceremony of the first edition of the EMPLEA Programme, promoted by the Vice-Rectorate for Employment and Lifelong Learning.
'Our students are the engine of our activity', Pepe Capilla, rector UPV
14 Jun 2023
240 people have been recognized for their involvement and contribution to the Comprehensive Student Assistance Program of the UPV led by the Director of Student Support and Guidance Marina Alonso.
A special year for a special falla
13 Jun 2023
The Falla del Poli finalises the details of the new year and presents to Pepe Capilla, rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, the programme of activities and initiatives planned for the new fallero year. rn
'Sport builds life at the UPV'
09 Jun 2023
The Alfons Roig Auditorium of the Faculty of Fine Arts of the UPV hosts the 2nd Sports Gala.
Renewable Energies and Sustainable Territories, Statkraft UPV Chair
01 Jun 2023
Pepe Capilla, rector of the Universitat Politècnica and José Miguel Ferrer, general director of Statkraft Spain sign the Statkraft UPV Chair.
The UPV Rector opens the VIII Meeting of Doctoral Students
25 May 2023
Capilla emphasised the importance given by the rector's team to what he considers to be 'the last educational step prior to entry into the Academy'.
Institutional visit to Frutinter
24 May 2023
One of the big problems of extensive agriculture was the excess of fertilisers that ended up leaching into the groundwater and here we have a good example and solution of how to avoid it' Pepe Capilla, rector UPV.
Bemore 3D and Dasha Living Space join the Real Estate Observatory Chair
23 May 2023
The adhesion of 2 new entities to the UPV Real Estate Observatory Chair represents the success of this sponsorship program', Pepe Capillla, UPV Rector.
UPV Rector and U.S. Ambassador participate in Technovation Girls finals
20 May 2023
The Rector welcomes Julissa Reynoso, U.S. Ambassador to Spain, who is attending UPV to support Tecnhovation Girls, the largest technology entrepreneurship competition for girls.
UPV Employment Forum, historic record number of participants
17 May 2023
Pepe Capilla, UPV Rector: With the UPV Employment Forum, we bring UPV talent closer to the business environment, we combine University-Business synergies and we promote the professional projection and employability of our students, graduates and alumni.
Aula Universitaria de L’Olleria
16 May 2023
The chairs are the main vehicle for patronage with public administrations and companies, mainly through initiatives aimed at our students', Pepe Capilla, rector of the UPV.
Magistrales, exemplary teachers who leave their mark
12 May 2023
"Education is the basis of any democratic society and welfare, the teaching profession is one of the noblest professions that exists" Pepe Capilla.
Capilla announces a collaboration agreement with the AUIP for the call for 40 master's degree scholarships
11 May 2023
The rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València welcomes the attendees to the General Assembly of the Ibero-American University Association of Postgraduate Studies (AUIP) held in the auditorium of the UPV.
Pilar Roig, commitment to Valencian culture
06 May 2023
Pilar Roig, professor and researcher at the Department of Conservation and Restoration of Cultural Heritage of the Universitat Politècnica de València, as well as the University Institute of Heritage Restoration of the UPV, receives the Cultural Merit Award accompanied by the rector of the UPV, Pepe Capilla.
UPV Formula Student Sponsorship Agreement
05 May 2023
Pepe Capilla, rector of the UPV, signs a collaboration and sponsorship agreement with the representatives of the Official College of Industrial Technical Engineers of Valencia (COGITIVAL) Angélica Gómez, dean, and Juan Checa, manager of the college, for the Formula Student UPV (FSUPV) team.
Collaboration agreement UPV - QUIMACOVA
03 May 2023
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Pepe Capilla, and the President of the Chemical and Environmental Association of the Chemical Sector of the Valencian Community (QUIMACOVA), Miguel Burdeos, sign a framework collaboration agreement between the UPV and QUIMACOVA.
2nd Generación Espontánea Conference. Learning by doing
28 Apr 2023
Pepe Capilla, Rector of the UPV, opened the 2nd Spontaneous Generation Congress, a new edition of the meeting organised by the UPV's pioneering and benchmark programme in Spanish universities.
Renewal of the Micampus Galileo Galilei university residence agreement
25 Apr 2023
You have to look back to realise the great service that the Galileo Galilei residence has given to the university community', Pepe Capilla, UPV Rector.
Renewal of the Urbanism and Gender Chair
25 Apr 2023
Pepe Capilla, Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València and Inmaculada Orozco, Autonomous Secretary of Territorial Policy, Urban Planning and Landscape consolidate the renewal of the Urban Planning and Gender Chair developed between the UPV and the Department of Territorial Policy, Public Works and Mobility.
The Rector of the UPV welcomes attendees to the XX Anniversary of CREUP
18 Apr 2023
The campus of Vera hosts the celebration of the XX Anniversary of CREUP. Pepe Capilla, Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València highlights in his welcome message the commitment and dedication of the student delegations with the student body, the university and a quality, inclusive and diverse university system.
Pepe Capilla: 'Synergies between university and business are one of the core concerns of the UPV'.
29 Mar 2023
The rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, Pepe Capilla, participates in the round table that has taken place in the Vicky Foods Foundation on the occasion of the Presentation of the II Safor Conecta Business Forum
The Rector of the UPV receives the institutional work team of the Frutinter-UPV Chair
13 Mar 2023
Pepe Capilla assures that 'the successes achieved by the Frutinter-UPV Chair reflect the excellence of the collaboration between Frutinter and the Universitat Politècnica de València'.
Capilla presides over the reception ceremony for the Student Delegations
10 Mar 2023
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, Professor Pepe Capilla, presides over the Student Delegation Reception Ceremony.
UPV-Nautical Club Collaboration Agreement
10 Mar 2023
The Universitat Politècnica de València and the Real Club Náutico de València sign the collaboration agreement for the promotion and encouragement of nautical sports, consolidating what for the rector of the UPV is 'the strengthening and excellent growth of the relationship between the UPV and the RCNV'.
Pepe Capilla:
09 Mar 2023
The Rector of the Universitat Politècnica de València, in the session of the Governing Council, has highlighted the importance of inter-institutional collaboration, and as proof of this he has shown the immediate benefits that the creation of the "embryo of a new science park" that will serve the socio-economic fabric of Alcoy in the old building of Papeleras Reunidas will bring to the region of Alcoy. This achievement is the result of the collaboration with IVACE and the Conselleria de Economía Sostenible, Sectores Productivos, Comercio y Trabajo, directed by the Conseller Rafael Climent.
The UPV dresses up in Fallas tradition
07 Mar 2023
Twelve UPV Erasmus students become falleros and falleras.
The Falleras Mayores de València visit the UPV
06 Mar 2023
The falleras mayores of València, Laura Mengó and Paula Nieto visit the Universitat Politècnica de València.
Visit of the U.S. Embassy
06 Mar 2023
Nicole Callahan, Public Diplomacy Attaché for Security and Defense Affairs of the U.S. Embassy in Spain, has visited the UPV in order to learn about the initiatives carried out by the Universitat Politècnica de València in the framework of the American Space.
Investiture Doctor Honoris Causa Dr. Paul Lecoq
03 Mar 2023
The Paraninfo of the Universitat Politècnica de València hosts today the investiture ceremony as Doctor Honoris Causa of Dr. Paul Lecoq, as well as the investiture of new doctors and the recognition of new professors.
Signing of the climate mission agreement Valencia 2030
02 Mar 2023
Today the Universitat Politècnica de València has strengthened its commitment to climate neutrality through the signing of an agreement with the City Council of Valencia.
Inauguration of the 5th National Congress on Entrepreneurship, Employment and Disability
02 Mar 2023
The UPV hosts the V National Congress on Entrepreneurship, Employment and Disability. The rector, Pepe Capilla, inaugurates the congress together with the President of the Corts, Enric Morera.
Pepe Capilla attends the National Research Awards
01 Mar 2023
Their Majesties the King and Queen of Spain preside in Alicante the ceremony of the National Research Awards 2022 granted in October by the Ministry of Science and Innovation.
'We have missed an opportunity with the new university law'
27 Feb 2023
Pepe Capilla, rector of the UPV, takes stock of his first year and a half at the helm of the UPV, and lists some of his management priorities for the period ahead in an interview with Valencia Plaza.
Interview with Pepe Capilla: Multiannual Financing Plan
26 Feb 2023
Capilla talks about the Multiannual Financing Plan in an interview with Valencia Plaza.
The Rector, member of the Sorolla Year Honorary Committee
24 Feb 2023
The year 2023 marks the centenary of the death of one of the most universal Valencians, the painter Joaquín Sorolla, which is why the Consell has declared this year as Sorolla Year. The Rector, Pepe Capilla, has been elected member of the honorary committee of the celebration events around the figure of the Valencian painter.
Start of the Artificial Intelligence Supernode, CitCom.ai
24 Feb 2023
The Rector participates in the kick-off meeting of the CitCom.AI initiative.
Collaboration Manuel Broseta Meeting Club
22 Feb 2023
The Rector of the UPV, Pepe Capilla, and the President of the Manuel Broseta Meeting Club, lawyer Amparo Matíes, have held a meeting with the aim of organizing the university's participation in the Club's activities.
Inauguration Work Café Santander
21 Feb 2023
The rector attends the inauguration of Work Café Santander, the new workspace and office of Banco Santander in the Vera Campus of the Universitat Politècnica de València.
DISID MuleSoft Chair
21 Feb 2023
The Rector, Pepe Capilla, and the General Manager of DISID Corporation, José Pedro Albert, sign a collaboration agreement between the Universitat Politècnica de València and the technology consultancy firm for the implementation of the DISID MuleSoft Chair.
XXV Anniversary Medal Award Ceremony and recognition of retired personnel
17 Feb 2023
The Rector presides over the commemorative ceremony for the awarding of the XXV years of the UPV medal and tribute to retired staff.
Working meeting with the Alumni Delegation and Spontaneous Generation
16 Feb 2023
The Rector holds a working meeting with the new student delegation and a meeting with the coordinators of Spontaneous Generation.
Annual meeting of the Triptolemos Foundation Board of Trustees in the UPV
15 Feb 2023
The Rector hosts the annual meeting of the Triptolemos Foundation Board of Trustees.
Vice-Presidency of the University Sports Committee.
13 Feb 2023
The Rector of the UPV has assumed the Vice-Presidency of the University Sports Committee of the Valencian Community, in the presence of the Regional Minister of Education, Culture and Sport, the Regional Secretary of Culture and Sport and representatives of the sports services of the universities of the Valencian Community.rn
Interview Radio Valencia SER
13 Feb 2023
Interview with Adrián Sánchez on Hora 14 Comunitat Valenciana, Radio Valencia SER.
Presidency of the CRUPV
08 Feb 2023
The rector assumes the rotating presidency of the Conference of Rectors of Valencian Public Universities (CRUPV)
Renewal of the agreement with the CVMC
08 Feb 2023
The Corporació Valenciana de Mitjans de Comunicació (CVMC) has signed this morning at the Rectorate of the Universitat Politècnica de València the second framework agreement with the five Valencian public universities (Universitat Politècnica de València, Universitat de València, Universitat d'Alacant, Universitat Miguel Hernández de Elche and Universitat Jaume I de Castelló).
EMR - Estudios y Métodos de la Restauración Chair
07 Feb 2023
Pepe Capilla and Mercé Ortí, general director of Estudio Métodos de la Restauración (EMR) sign a collaboration agreement for the creation of the EMR - Estudios y Métodos de la Restauración Chair.
Inauguration of Casa del Alumno at the EPSA
06 Feb 2023
The rector attends the inauguration of La Casa del Alumno at the Escuela Politécnica Superior d'Alcoi.
Dones de Ciència, María Vallet
03 Feb 2023
The Rector attends the inauguration of the 32nd mural of the Dones de Ciència project at IES Malilla (Valencia), dedicated to María Vallet, a work by the artist Roseta.
Frutinter UPV Chair Innovation Award
02 Feb 2023
The Rector attends the 1st edition of the Valencian Irrigation Awards organised by the Federation of Irrigation Communities of the Valencian Community (FECOREVA) in recognition of the work of the Frutinter UPV Chair.
Medicarama Technology and Health Chair
31 Jan 2023
The Rector and the CEO of Medicarama, the Valencia Institute of Technology, José Manuel Martínez González, present the 'Medicarama Technology and Health Chair' between the Universitat Politècnica de València and the Valencia Institute of Technology.
Inauguration
27 Jan 2023
The Rector presides over the inauguration of the new department directors, as well as the new director of the University Research Institute.
Working meeting between the rector's team and the ETSIAMN management team
26 Jan 2023
The rector's team holds a coordination meeting with the management team of the School of Agricultural and Environmental Engineering (ETSIAMN).
EMPLEA UPV
25 Jan 2023
The Rector participates in the launch and presentation of the new EMPLEA programme promoted by the Vice-Rectorate for Employment and Lifelong Learning.
Working meeting between the rector's office and the ETSICCP management team
19 Jan 2023
The rector and a large representative of the rector's team held a working meeting with the management team of the School of Civil Engineering.
Inauguration of new ETSIAMN management
18 Jan 2023
The rector presides over the inauguration of Constanza Rubio Michavila as the new director of l'Escola Tècnica Superior d'Enginyeria Agronòmica i del Media Natural (ETSIAMN) and accompanies the outgoing director Alberto San Bautista in his farewell.
Takeover of the ETSID management
18 Jan 2023
The Rector presides over the inauguration of José Antonio Monsoriu Serra, who has renewed his directorship at the head of the Escola Tècnica Superior de Ingenyeria del Disseny (ETSID), after four years at the helm.
The Rector receives the Regional Secretary for Universities and Research, Auxiliadora Jordá Guijarro
17 Jan 2023
The regional secretary for universities and research, Auxiliadora Jordá, visits the Universitat Politècnica de València to meet with the rector and his team after his appointment last December 2022.
Support Plan for Professional Development of UPV Teachers
13 Jan 2023
The Rector, accompanied by the Vice-Rector for Teaching Staff and Academic Organisation, Juan Carlos Cano, opens and welcomes the attendees to the presentation of the PDI Professional Development Support Plan 2022-2023.rn
27 Dec 2022
The Rector presents the 'Draw Science at Christmas' awards to the winners of the 2022 edition.
The UPV rectorial team wishes a merry Christmas and prosperity for the New Year
23 Dec 2022
The rector, on behalf of the Universitat Politècnica de València, wishes you happy holidays with the best wishes of peace and prosperity for the new year.
Distinguished Alumni and Outstanding Alumni 2022 Award Ceremony
20 Dec 2022
The Rector and the Vice-Rector for Art, Science, Technology and Society, Salomé Cuesta, present ex aequo the Distinguished Alumni and Distinguished Alumni 2022 awards.
Rover Chair signature
14 Dec 2022
The Rector and the President of the Rover Group, Alfredo Rodríguez Verdugo, sign the Rover Chair between the Universitat Politècnica de València and the Rover Group.
Presentation of the new strategic plan 2023-2027 of the Universitat Politècnica de València
13 Dec 2022
This plan was born as a response to the great changes that are taking place in society and in the educational and academic sphere Pepe Capilla.
Collaboration agreement UPV Valencia City Council
05 Dec 2022
The Rector and the Councillor for Climate Emergency and Energy Transition, Alejandro Ramón Álvarez, sign a collaboration agreement between the UPV and Valencia City Council to carry out academic and research work in the Benimàmet neighbourhood, as part of Workshop A of the Department of Architectural Projects of the School of Architecture (ETSA).
CRUE Spanish Universities General Assembly
01 Dec 2022
The Rector attends the celebration of the General Assembly of the CRUE and the presentation of the gold medal, for his important work in the improvement of the Spanish university system, to José Carlos Gómez Villamandos, president of the institution for the period 2019-2022.rn
30th Anniversary IDEAS UPV Gala
30 Nov 2022
The Rector attended the gala commemorating the 30th anniversary of Ideas UPV and the 16th edition of the Ideas UPV Awards, the annual recognition of the best companies and startups born within the UPV community.rn
The voices of 30 years
24 Nov 2022
The Rector participates in the videos commemorating the 30th anniversary of IDEAS UPV.
The rector and his team receive the Minister of Universities, Joan Subirats
21 Nov 2022
The Minister of Universities, Joan Subirats, visited the Universitat Politècnica de València to meet with the rector's team and representatives of the teaching and research staff (PDI) and students.
The Rector receives the Ambassador of Chile
21 Nov 2022
J.E. Capilla receives the Chilean Ambassador to Spain, Javier Velasco Villegas, in the Honoris Hall of the UPV. The diplomatic representative was accompanied by the Consul of Chile in Valencia, Leopoldo López; the governor of the O'higgins region, Pablo Silva; the governor of the Ñuble region, Óscar Crisóstomo; and the president of the Association of Governors of Chile and governor of the Lagos region, Patricio Vallespín.
Investiture of new doctoral candidates
21 Nov 2022
The Paraninfo of the UPV hosts the investiture ceremony of new PhDs and the awarding of the Extraordinary Doctoral Thesis Prizes for the 2022 call.
Meeting between the rector's team and the management team of the ETSIE
17 Nov 2022
The rector's team holds a working meeting with the management team of the UPV's School of Building Engineering (ETSIE).rn
Presentation of Environmental Certificates
15 Nov 2022
The Rector presents the certificates of environmental recognition to the UPV Sports Service and the Environmental Interlocutor.rn
Inaugural Lecture of the new academic year of the EPSG
09 Nov 2022
The rector presides the inaugural lecture of the academic year 2022-2023 of the Polytechnic School of Gandia.
Presentation of the XXXVI Spanish Antarctic Research Campaign
09 Nov 2022
The Ministry of Science and Innovation, the Spanish Polar Committee, together with the Universitat Politècnica de València, have presented the XXXVI Spanish Antarctic Research Campaign.
Welcome UPV Master Students
03 Nov 2022
The Rector and a large representation of the rector's team receive and welcome the new UPV master's degree students.
Renewal of the Consum-UPV Chair
03 Nov 2022
The Rector and the General Director of Consum, Mr. Juan Luis Durich Esteras sign the Chair Consum-UPV 2022-2025 between the Universitat Politècnica de València and the company Consum.
Meeting with the FSUPV team
02 Nov 2022
The rector and a representation of the FSUPV team (Formula Student UPV Team) meet to learn first-hand the results of the last competitions, as well as to discuss in a relaxed way the challenges, objectives and challenges of the team for this new course. rn
Professional Excellence Awards
28 Oct 2022
The rector participates as a jury in the VII Professional Excellence Awards and awards the prize in the category 'Entrepreneurship, Training and Employment'.
Work meeting between the rectoral team and the management team of the ETSIT
27 Oct 2022
The rector's team holds a working meeting with the management team of the UPV's Higher Technical School of Telecommunications Engineering.
Tribute to the Real Senyera
23 Oct 2022
The rector participates in the Tribute to the Real Senyera organised by the Agrupació de Falles del Marítim.
Official opening of the EPSA academic year
20 Oct 2022
The rector attends the opening of the new academic year 2022-2023 of the Polytechnic School of Alcoy.
Agreement to promote the use of Valencian
20 Oct 2022
The Rector and the president of the Coordinadora de l'Alcoià i el Comtat pel Valencià sign an agreement to promote the use of Valencian in society.
Reunión de trabajo entre el director de la AEI y el equipo rectoral
19 Oct 2022
The Rectorate organises a working session with the Director of the State Research Agency, Mr. Domènec Espriu.
Conference Agencia Estatal de Investigación (AEI)
17 Oct 2022
Recording of the conference by the director of the AEI on October 19 in the rectory's auditorium.
The good education: Face to face between Mavi Mestre and José Capilla
10 Oct 2022
Capilla: 'We must be agents of change'
Startup 5U CV Awards
05 Oct 2022
The assembly hall of the Nexus building hosted the 'Women's Leadership in Business Day' and the Startup 5U Valencian Community awards ceremony promoted by the Conselleria d'Economia Sostenible, Sectors Productius, Comerç I Treball.
Future of Fashion
05 Oct 2022
The Rector attends the opening of Future of Fashion, the first sustainable fashion congress, which takes place on October 5 and 6 at the La Mutant theater, framed within Valencia World Design Capital 2022.
Army and Navy missions in Antarctica
30 Sep 2022
The Rector welcomes the attendees to the 1st Communication Capabilities Conference of the Army and the Navy in Antarctica.rn
Conference on communication capabilities of the Army and the Navy in Antarctica
30 Sep 2022
Recording of the Conference on Communication Technologies in the Exploration of Antarctica, held on September 30, 2022 in the Nexus building auditorium.
Government Council 29/09/22
29 Sep 2022
The Rector begins the session of the GC with the reading of the institutional statement on the occasion of the work accident that occurred on September 26 in which a worker died and requests the attendees for a minute of silence.
Institutional Declaration
29 Sep 2022
Institutional Declaration on the occasion of the workplace accident that occurred in Building 6F of the Vera Campus of the UPV on 26 September, in which a worker died.
Aula STARTUPV València Emprende
28 Sep 2022
The Rector and the Councilor for Innovative Development of the Economic and Employment sectors, Mr. Borja Sanjuán Roca, sign Aula Startupv València Emprende.
CQI-Valencia Innovation Experience Chair
27 Sep 2022
The Rector and Mr. Yinglong Qiu sign the collaboration agreement between the Universitat Politècnica de València and the company European Institute of Innovation and Management.
Institutional visit of Viewnext and Bluetab
26 Sep 2022
The Rector receives a visit from Viewnext, a company of the IBM Spain group, associated with the ITI technology center and specialized in information technology services, applications and infrastructure and technology consulting; and Bluetab, an IBM company specializing in data management.
Official opening of the academic year of the Universities of the Comunitat Valenciana
22 Sep 2022
The Rector attends, as the highest institutional representative of the Universitat Politècnica de València, the official opening ceremony of the 2022-2023 academic year of the Universities of the Comunitat Valenciana held at the Miguel Hernández University of Elche and coinciding with the opening ceremony of the academic year, on its 25th Anniversary.
The Rector greets the delegation from the University of Albany
19 Sep 2022
The rector welcomes the delegation of students from the University of Albany who, through the 'StudyAbroad Program', choose the UPV for their training abroad with personalized courses.
The Rector opens the VII International Workshop on Entrepreneurship Research GEM-ACEDE
16 Sep 2022
The Faculty of Business Administration and Management of the UPV hosts the sixth edition of the International Workshop on Entrepreneurship Research GEM-ACEDE.
Meeting between the rectoral team and the ETSID management team
15 Sep 2022
The rector's team holds a working meeting with the management team of the UPV's School of Design Engineering.
Interview to the Rector
05 Sep 2022
The Fundación de Estudios Bursátiles (Foundation for Stock Markets Research) publish an interview with the Rector.
Strengthening UPV - Les Corts collaboration
09 May 2022
The Rector and the President of Les Corts sign an academic collaboration agreement between both institutions. Eventually, a new edition of the Parliamentary Law Course was inaugurated at the premises of the Faculty of Business Administration.
Visit of the President of the Regional Senate and the Mayor of Tavernes: Coastal protection
11 Apr 2022
The President of the Regional Senate and the Mayor of Tavernes, have presented the Rector with the problem of the coastal situation. The UPV expresses all its support in the implementation of actions that contribute to the regeneration of the coast.
11 Apr 2022
Approximately every 15 days, the Rector's Team meet to follow up on the common issues that affect all the vice-rectorates. These meetings are a basic instrument for a . The vice-rectors send the topics in advance to construct the agenda and to organise the different interventions.
The Rector receives the UPV Ombudswoman
01 Apr 2022
First meeting between the Ombudswoman and the Rector
In contact with the schools: Fine Arts School
31 Mar 2022
The Dean's Team and the Rector's Team have met to establish a dialogue that allows them to learn first-hand the issues that most affect the development of the Faculty activity.
At the edge of water analysis: visit to Go Lab
25 Mar 2022
The Rector and part of his team visit the laboratories that the Global Omnium company has in the Parque Emprsarial Táctica
In contact with the schools: Computer Engineering School
24 Mar 2022
On March 24, 2022, the Rectoral Team has met with the Board of the Computer Engineering School. Subsequently, an open session was held, where all faculty, administrative staff and students were invited to express their views in relation to their necessities.
Official mourning
01 Feb 2022
The UPV deeply regrets the death of three students from the Alcoy campus in a traffic accident.
I Conference of the Scientific Commission of the Governing Board of the Albufera Natural Park
28 Jan 2022
Today the Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development, Climate Emergency and Ecological Transition of Valencia, Mireia Mollà, and the Rector of the UPV José E. Capilla Romá closed the morning session.
Rector's meeting with the Environmental Commission
28 Jan 2022
Yesterday, January 27, the UPV Environmental Commission met with the Rector José E. Capilla Romá and the Vice-Rector for Sustainable Development of the Campus, Débora Domingo Calabuig.
Reduce the gender gap in engineering
26 Jan 2022
That's one of the objectives of the meeting that has been held with the Royal Academy of Engineering.
REPULSES AGAINST GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE
26 Jan 2022
Today the rectoral team has expressed the condemnation and rejection of gender violence.
Diana Morant, the Minister of Science and Innovation, at the UPV
12 Jan 2022
The minister participated in a SER Meeting held at the Ciudad Politécnica de la Innovación, UPV science park, where she announced new initiatives to improve the working conditions of research staff in Spain.
Tribute to Dr. Colalucci in San Nicolás
12 Jan 2022
An incomparable setting to pay tribute to the trajectory of Dr. Colalucci, who was Doctor Honoris Causa in 1995 by the Universitat Politècnica de València, whose godmother was our partner Dr. Pilar Roig.
IDEAS UPV 2021 AWARDS
11 Jan 2022
We celebrate a very special edition of the Awards with 3 winning startups that are part of StartUPV, an entrepreneurial incubator aimed at students that works as an accelerator for young talent.
The UPV rectorial team wishes a merry Christmas and prosperity for the New Year
22 Dec 2021
The rector, on behalf of the Universitat Politècnica de València, wishes you happy holidays with the best wishes of peace and prosperity for the new year.
Happy holidays
22 Dec 2021
The rector, on behalf of the Universitat Politècnica de València, wishes you happy holidays with the best wishes of peace and prosperity for the new year.
Course Opening 2021-2022
15 Sep 2021
The rector inaugurated the academic year 2021-2022 on September 15 at the auditorium. In addition, the awards were given to the personnel who had reached their fifth research stage and who had been appointed professors or professors.
Signing of the digital divide and functional diversity agreement
16 Jul 2021
Innovation renews the agreement with the UPV to continue the fight against the digital divide and functional diversity
2 international seals of excellence Euro-INF and 8 EUR-ACE
09 Jul 2021
The Polytechnic University of Valencia achieves 2 international seals of excellence Euro-INF and 8 EUR-ACE.