Guillem Aromí Bedmar is a University Professor in the Department of Inorganic and Organic Chemistry at the Faculty of Chemistry, University of Barcelona. He serves as Director of the Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (IN2UB) and Science Coordinator for the Catalan Agency for Management of University and Research Grants (AGAUR). His academic training includes a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from the University of Barcelona (1994), an Ingénieur Chimiste from EHICS Strasbourg (1994), and a Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry from Indiana University (1999). University of Barcelona: Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry (1994) EHICS Strasbourg: Ingénieur Chimiste (1994) Indiana University: Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry (1999) Prof. Aromí pioneers molecular spin-based quantum computing, focusing on synthesis of coordination complexes and supramolecular assemblies for spintronics, spin crossover, single-molecule magnetism, and photo-responsive quantum devices. His seminal work established molecular qubits and quantum gates, with recent breakthroughs in light-switchable qugates and multi-qubit systems (6-qubit protocols). His research bridges chemistry, physics, and quantum information science , developing molecular platforms for next-generation quantum processors. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a dominant focus on heterometallic lanthanide complexes for quantum computing applications (70% of articles), with growing emphasis on error correction protocols and multi-qubit architectures . His work consistently integrates spin-crossover phenomena with photo-responsive elements to create externally controllable quantum systems, positioning molecular spintronics at the forefront of quantum information hardware development. Key recognitions include: Three-time recipient of the ICREA Academia Award (2008, 2013, 2018) ERC Starting Grant (ERC-2010-StG-258060) for quantum computing research Prof. Aromí has secured >4.3 MEUR as PI from EU, Spanish, and Catalan grants, including FATMOLS (EU FET-OPEN), SUMO (QUANTERA NET), and Quantum Communications Complementary Plan. His mentoring record spans seven doctoral theses, ten postdocs, and numerous master's students. As Director of IN2UB (re-elected 2022), he oversees one of UB's largest research institutes and leads acquisition of major infrastructure like Spain's only PULSED EPR spectrometer. He leads the Lab of Molecular Design (LabMolDesign), evolving from his foundational Group of Magnetism and Functional Molecules (GMMF). His international leadership includes chairing MOLMAT2012, representing Catalan Chemical Society at EuChemS, and delivering 77+ invited talks worldwide.








