About us

After 30 years of research, the Girona Underwater Vision and Robotics team has become a benchmark in Europe in the design and construction of autonomous underwater vehicles, as well as in the development of cutting-edge software for the processing of visual and acoustic data.

Our Vision

To become a world leader in underwater robotics, pioneering transformative technologies to enable a sustainable exploration and exploitation of the ocean’s resources.

Our Mission

We envision a future in which research and innovation in autonomous underwater systems will redefine marine research, drive economic growth in the blue economy, and support global efforts to protect and understand the marine environment.

Our Values

Excellence, Sustainability, Collaboration, Internationalization, Entrepreneurship, Education and Knowledge Sharing

GIRONA UNDERWATER
VISION AND ROBOTICS

The Centre for Underwater Robotics (CIRS) at the University of Girona has established itself as a leading player in Europe for the development of autonomous underwater vehicles and advanced programming techniques for processing visual and acoustic data. With a strong commitment to innovation and excellence, the laboratory has earned a reputation for being at the forefront of research in these fields.

CIRS in numbers

2014-2024

Research

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MEET THE TEAM

Prof. Pere Ridao

Prof. Rafael Garcia

Dr. Josep Forest
Dr. Nuno Gracias
Dr. Narcís Palomeras
Dr. Patryk Cieslak
Dr. Roger Pi
Dr. Anup Saha
HassanHayat1
Dr. Hassan Hayat
Sana Nazari
Sana Nazari
Valerio
Valerio Franchi
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Marta Real
Hayat Hussein Rajani
Sebastian
Sebastian Realpe
Jad
Jad Mansour
Alaaeddine
Alaaeddine El-Masri-El-Chaarani
ricardSegura
Ricard Segura
Lab Technician
Mireia Frigola
Tech Tranfer & R&D Management
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Anna Ferrarons
Multimedia Designer
Imma
Imma Güell
IFROS Project Management
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