Pedro Salomé leads the Nanofabrication, Optoelectronics, and Energy Applications (NOA)/Salomé group at the International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL), overseeing a team of more than 30 researchers focused on advancing nanotechnology in energy and optoelectronics. Pedro combines academic and industrial expertise, serving as a guest Assistant Professor at the University of Aveiro’s Department of Physics, and as a board member of the Portuguese Materials Society (SPM). Pedro is also a member of the IEEE, of the Portuguese Engineers Order and of the Portuguese Vacuum Society.

With two EPO patents, over 115 peer-reviewed publications, and more than 5300 citations (h-index 37 on Scopus, 42 on Google Scholar), Pedro’s contributions to materials science and nanotechnology are widely recognized. His leadership extends to major R&D initiatives like the €200M New Generation Storage (NGS) project, fostering innovation across the battery sector but most of his scientific activity is in Photovoltaics with several European and National projects. He also actively engages in industry collaborations, driving practical solutions in nano/microfabrication and energy technologies.

Pedro holds a Diploma in Physics Engineering and a PhD in Applied Physics from the University of Aveiro. His academic journey included research stays at Helmholtz Zentrum Berlin, Federal University of Minas Gerais, and Uppsala University, where he managed an industrial project between the Ångström Solar Center and Corning Inc. He was awarded a Marie Curie Individual Fellowship in 2013, joining INL, culminating in his promotion to group leader in 2017.

A passionate advocate for renewable energy, Pedro promotes science through invited talks and the supervision of students, fostering connections between academia, industry, and the next generation of researchers. His leadership and vision make him a driving force in the pursuit of sustainable energy solutions.