The investment is expected to strengthen REMIT’s scientific and technological capacity by providing a modern, resilient and collaborative research infrastructure capable of supporting advanced experimental research across the Unit’s strategic areas. The upgraded facilities will improve the efficiency of experimental workflows, collaborative research activities, scientific data management and digital knowledge creation, contributing to higher-quality scientific outputs and increasing the Unit’s ability to respond to emerging research challenges.

The project will also reinforce REMIT’s capacity to develop and validate innovative technological solutions in robotics, artificial intelligence, and digital technologies, while improving the documentation and dissemination of research related to cultural heritage and sustainable tourism. The enhanced infrastructure will support the recruitment and integration of new researchers as well as talent retention, strengthen advanced training opportunities for postgraduate students, increase participation in competitive national and European research projects, and reinforce knowledge transfer through closer collaboration with industry, public authorities and society. Overall, the investment will contribute to the long-term sustainability, international competitiveness and scientific excellence of REMIT.