UNIVERSITY OF UTAH

Their core work

The University of Utah is a major US research university contributing specialized scientific expertise to European research consortia, primarily through Marie Skłodowska-Curie training networks and individual fellowships. Their H2020 contributions span electrochemistry, catalysis, nanoscience, neuroscience, and cancer genomics — reflecting the breadth of a large research institution rather than a single focused lab. They serve as a transatlantic bridge, bringing American research capacity into EU projects, particularly in fundamental chemistry and biological sciences.

What they specialise in

How they've shifted over time

Early H2020 involvement (2015-2017) centred on bioelectrochemistry for ammonia production and breast cancer genomics — applied biological sciences with clear societal impact. From 2018 onward, the focus shifted decisively toward physical chemistry: organocatalyst design, nanoelectrochemistry, and data-driven reaction analysis tools. The most recent projects also introduced neuroscience (zebrafish neural circuits) and digital infrastructure (EU-US internet platforms), suggesting a broadening beyond chemistry.

Moving toward computational and data-driven approaches in chemistry and materials science, making them a strong partner for projects combining experimental electrochemistry with machine learning or predictive modelling.

How they like to work

The University of Utah never coordinates H2020 projects — all seven participations are as partner or third party, consistent with their position as a non-EU institution contributing specialist expertise. With 66 unique consortium partners across 18 countries, they connect broadly rather than deeply with any single European group. This makes them a flexible, low-overhead collaborator: they bring specific scientific capabilities without competing for project leadership.

Connected to 66 unique partners across 18 countries, indicating wide but shallow European reach. Their network spans both research-intensive universities (via MSCA training networks) and applied research groups, with no visible geographic concentration.

What sets them apart

As a US institution participating in H2020, the University of Utah occupies a rare transatlantic niche — particularly valuable for projects requiring EU-US cooperation or access to American research infrastructure. Their strength in electrochemistry and catalysis is backed by multiple independent projects, suggesting genuine depth rather than one-off involvement. For consortium builders needing a credible US partner with proven H2020 experience, they are one of few American universities with this track record.

Highlights from their portfolio

• SENTINEL
  Focused on single-entity nanoelectrochemistry — a technically demanding field combining nanofabrication with electrochemical measurement at the single-particle level.
• BRIDGES
  Large-scale breast cancer genetics study integrating genetic susceptibility data with lifestyle risk factors for predictive testing — their only health-sector project and likely their largest consortium.
• NGIAtlantic.eu
  Explicitly designed for EU-US digital cooperation, showcasing the university's role as a transatlantic bridge for experimental internet platforms.