José Manuel Catalá-Civera, from the DIMAS group of the ITACA Institute at the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), has been awarded the Ampere Medal 2025, the highest distinction granted to an individual for sustained and significant contributions in the field of microwave and high-frequency heating of materials.
The award ceremony took place during the 20th International Conference on Microwave and High Frequency Applications (AMPERE 2025), the leading European event on microwave material processing, held from 15 to 19 September in Bari (Italy) under the theme “Driving the Next Sustainable Frontier”. On behalf of the awardee, researcher Felipe Peñaranda Foix accepted the medal.
An international benchmark career
The Ampere Medal recognises the scientific excellence, innovation, and knowledge transfer demonstrated by José Manuel Catalá-Civera throughout his career, as well as his role in promoting and applying microwave technology in both industrial and research sectors.
“This award is a milestone in my career and, at the same time, a testament to the collective effort of my DIMAS-ITACA group. I am deeply grateful to the AMPERE community for this recognition, which encourages us to continue driving innovative and sustainable applications in the field of microwaves,” stated Catalá-Civera upon receiving the news.
About AMPERE
The Association for Microwave Power in Europe for Research and Education (AMPERE) is a European non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting microwave and radiofrequency heating techniques for industrial and research applications.
Although based in Europe, AMPERE has members worldwide — including academics, consultants, and industrial partners — and actively fosters collaboration between universities and industry. Its areas of interest span scientific development and technological innovation, with a strong commitment to knowledge transfer and sustainability.
Noticia elaborada por ITACA FORWARD, financiada por Ivace+i Innovación y la Unión Europea a través del Programa Fondo Europeo de Desarrollo Regional (FEDER) Comunitat Valenciana 2021-2027 (Referencia del proyecto: INNVA2/2025/17)
