Denodo UDC Chair in Data Engineering, AI and Technological Innovation
Talent, knowledge and innovation to transform society
Call for the “Paula Montoto Castelao Awards for the best Bachelor’s/Master’s Theses applied to industry”
Chair designation
This collaboration between Denodo and the Universidade da Coruña aims to promote academic excellence and strengthen the connection between university education and the real needs of the business sector, fostering innovation, talent, and student employability.
Affiliated Center: Faculty of Computer Science.
Director: José Losada Pérez
Objectives
Education objectives
1
Promote excellence in the education of students at the Faculty of Computer Science through the integration of professional experiences, cutting-edge tools, and ICT sector methodologies.
Reward the quality and creativity of Bachelor’s and Master’s theses through the “Paula Montoto Castelao Awards for the best Bachelor’s/Master’s Theses applied to industry”, encouraging effort, innovation, and practical applicability.
Facilitate the transition from academia to the professional world through internships offered by the partner company.
Research objectives
2
Promote applied research in areas of common interest (Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, software development, etc.).
Support the development of Bachelor’s and Master’s theses aligned with the company’s strategic technological lines.
Promote collaboration in R&D&I projects addressing technological and societal challenges.
Outreach objectives
3
Disseminate results and best practices arising from the Chair’s activities.
Promote the visibility of university talent in the business sector.
Contribute to scientific and technological dissemination in the digital transformation of society.
Knowledge and technology transfer objectives
4
This initiative aims to promote excellence in the education of future Computer Engineering professionals, foster innovation and applied research, and facilitate the transfer of knowledge to society and industry.
In addition, the Chair places special emphasis on recognizing student talent through the creation of the “Paula Montoto Castelao Awards for the best Bachelor’s/Master’s Theses applied to industry”, especially aimed at projects focused on Data Engineering and Artificial Intelligence. Professional internships will also be offered to encourage the employment of outstanding students.
Promote knowledge and technology transfer between universities and companies across the different fields associated with the Faculty of Computer Science.
Drive the development of prototypes, products, or technological solutions with direct application in companies or in the ICT sector.
Facilitate the integration of university talent into the labor market through internships.
Encourage the transfer of methodologies and tools developed in academia to industry.
Paula Montoto Castelao Awards
for the best Bachelor’s/Master’s Theses applied to industry