The CRG spin off Microomics has been awarded the “Impulso” Prize. This award is an initiative of the University of Alicante and the Alicante Science Park, aimed at recongising innovation and entrepreneurship.

Pedro Iñaki González, CEO and COO of Microomics and entrepreneur-in-residence at the CRG, received the award in a ceremony held in the Museum of the University in Alicante on 13th June.

Congratulations!

About Microomics

Microomics is a biotechnological spin-off from the Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) and the Catalan Institute for Research and Advanced Studies (ICREA) specialized in microbiome analysis. It is a Spanish biotechnology company exclusively devoted to metagenomics-based solutions. Microomics enjoys the support of the CRG. Its headquarters are located in the dynamic atmosphere of the Barcelona Biomedical Research Park (PRBB). The main strength of our business rests on our broad-based technical and scientific experience, along with state-of-the-art facilities, combined with agreements and collaborations with companies and strategic, innovative research groups. The mission of Microomics is to leverage our scientific knowledge into practical solutions for our clients and all of society through an innovative approach that enables us to resolve issues in the realms of biomedicine, health, energy, agriculture, industry and the environment. We turn metagenomic data into knowledge that contributes to a more sustainable, healthier society.