Interfibio Hosts the XXIX Transfrontier Meeting on Sensors and Biosensors (TMSB) in Tarragona
It was an honor for Interfibio to host the XXIX edition of the Transfrontier Meeting on Sensors and Biosensors (TMSB) on September 18-19, 2025, in Tarragona.
This year's meeting brought together around 50 participants from 7 universities, 9 research centers, and 3 companies across France, Italy, Romania, and Catalonia-all advancing the frontiers of biosensor research. The congress once again proved to be a vibrant space for sharing scientific contributions, strengthening cross-border collaborations, and inspiring the next generation of researchers.
A central theme of this edition was how to bridge the gap between laboratory prototypes and real-world impact. We know that many PhD students, immersed in experimentation, sometimes lose sight of how their discoveries can be translated into solutions that benefit society. For this reason, the two keynote lectures were designed to open new perspectives on research translation and scientific entrepreneurship:
- María Isabel Pividori, Professor at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona and co-founder of BioEclosion, shared her journey of turning an idea into a product, walking through all the stages of Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) and highlighting strategies to secure funding and cross the infamous "Valley of Death".
- Francisco Javier Andrade, Professor at the Universitat Rovira i Virgili and co-founder of five startups, reminded us that being a scientist does not necessarily mean being an entrepreneur. While scientists are driven by curiosity, entrepreneurs are driven by impact. He emphasized that every scientist should understand where they can fit within an entrepreneurial culture.
Some of their practical advice for overcoming the Valley of Death included:
- Step outside the lab to understand where the technology creates real value.
- Identify who will use it, for what purpose, and in which context.
- Validate assumptions quickly in the market and adapt based on real feedback.
- Focus on real problems that someone is willing to pay to solve, not just interesting scientific questions.
- Take advantage of mentorship, funding opportunities, and frontier-technology training programs.
The congress also featured poster sessions, providing a platform for PhD students and early-career researchers to showcase their work. A highlight was the Poster Awards, recognizing outstanding contributions for their originality, rigor, feasibility, and clarity. Congratulations to this year's winners:
- Arnau Pallarés-Rusiñol
- Duygu Beduk
- Afraa Razouk
Their excellent work stood out as examples of high-quality research in the field of sensors and biosensors.
We extend our warmest thanks to all participants for their contributions, which made this year's Transfronterera such a rewarding and enriching experience. We now look forward with excitement to the next edition of TMSB at the University of Perpignan in 2026. See you there!
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