We are proud to announce that Prof. José Miguel Adam, leader of the Building Resilient research group at the Institute of Concrete Science and Technology (ICITECH), Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), has been awarded the prestigious 2026 Spanish National Research Award “Leonardo Torres Quevedo”, in the field of Engineering and Architecture.
The award was presented on October 27, 2026, during an official ceremony held in Vitoria-Gasteiz, presided over by His Majesty King Felipe VI.
This prestigious national recognition acknowledges Prof. Adam’s outstanding scientific contributions to structural engineering, particularly his pioneering research on structural robustness, progressive collapse prevention, and innovative structural fuse systems. His work has significantly contributed to advancing the understanding of structural behaviour under extreme loading conditions and developing innovative strategies to improve the safety and resilience of buildings and infrastructure.
As the leader of Building Resilient, Prof. Adam has promoted cutting-edge research combining experimental testing, advanced numerical modelling, and the development of innovative structural solutions, contributing to the advancement of safer and more resilient structures.
The entire Building Resilient team warmly congratulates Prof. Adam on this remarkable achievement, which reflects his dedication to scientific excellence, leadership, and commitment to advancing structural engineering research.
This recognition represents not only an outstanding personal achievement but also a proud moment for the entire Building Resilient research group and ICITECH.
Congratulations, José!
