The NETPORE COST Action is an international network of leading researchers and stakeholders working collaboratively to bridge the gap between key scientific developments and the practical applications of technologies based on porous semiconductors and oxides. Recent advances in these materials have demonstrated their great potential across a broad spectrum of applications, from energy and environment to healthcare.

By uniting a diverse pool of expertise from both academia and industry, NETPORE fosters cutting-edge research and innovation. The network encourages collaboration through its structured Working Groups, providing a platform for joint initiatives and knowledge exchange.

The NETPORE COST Summer School 2025 aims to equip early-career researchers with foundational knowledge and hands-on training in the synthesis, characterization, and applications of various porous materials such as silica, titania, and alumina. The summer school is organized by Prof. Lluís F. Marsal, Coordinator of NETPORE COST, and Prof. Rodrigo Picos (UIB), and is designed to inspire the next generation of scientists in this rapidly evolving field.

The Organising Committee
R. Picos (UIB, rodrigo.picos@uib.es), L. F. Marsal, (Uni. Rovira y Virgili, lluis.marsal@urv.cat)

Registration 
The Summer School is free of charge for all early-career researchers (PhD students and postdocs). Attendance is limited to 50 participants, so early registration is encouraged.
Registration deadline: 18th of June 2025

Venue:
The summer school will be held at the «Sa Riera» building [More info].
C/ de Miquel dels Sants Oliver, 2, 07012 Palma, Illes Balears +34 971 17 30 14



Accommodation
Accommodation will be available at the university dormitories, located on the UIB Campus. The dorms are approximately a 15-minute metro ride followed by a 15-minute walk from the Summer School venue in Palma city center. At least 15 double rooms have been reserved for NETPORE Summer School participants at a subsidized rate of approximately €40 per student per night, including breakfast.
University Residence – UIB
Residència d'Estudiants
UIB Ctra. Valldemossa Km 7.5
Edifici Bartomeu Rosselló-Pòrcel (Campus Universitari)
07122 Palma, Balearic Islands

Getting There
• By car: Directions from the airport (Google Maps) and port (Google Maps) are available.
• By metro (Line M1): Metro service from Plaza de España to UIB. [More info]
• By bus (Line 19): Line 19 serves the UIB and stops near the residence. [More info]
• By bicycle: A dedicated bike lane runs from the Carrefour shopping center to the campus, following the Valldemossa road (7.5 km from central Palma). [More info]

Campus Mobility: Visit this [More info] for information on transport options within the campus and access to public transport.

For Other Guests: Due to Palma's popularity as a tourist destination, we strongly recommend booking accommodations as early as possible. We suggest choosing hotels near the city center, where the Summer School activities will take place. Please note that prices may be high, especially during the summer season.