Supercomputing collaboration to advance dermatology research
Research and development in medical dermatology is set to be advanced by supercomputing and artificial intelligence.
Biopharmaceutical company Almirall has announced an expanded collaboration with the Barcelona Supercomputing Center (BSC), aiming to address the needs of patients with skin conditions.
The partnership builds on previous successful R&D joint projects between Almirall and BSC.
As part of the expanded collaboration, Almirall will join ‘BSC Connects’, a strategic initiative launched by BSC designed to bridge advanced scientific knowledge with industry leaders.
Almirall will gain access to personalised training, cutting-edge technologies, and tailored support for co-developing innovative R&D projects throughout 2026.
“Our passion for medical dermatology drives us to constantly seek innovative solutions that can make a real difference in patients’ lives,” said Dr Karl Ziegelbauer, Chief Scientific Officer at Almirall.
“Strengthening our collaboration with a world-class institution like BSC is a crucial step in our journey. By combining their expertise in supercomputing and AI with our deep understanding of dermatology, we are creating a powerful synergy to accelerate the development of the next generation of skin treatments.
“This initiative aligns perfectly with our vision of being at the forefront of science and technology to transform patients’ lives and represents a key pillar in accelerating our ability to discover and develop innovative therapies.”
“This agreement with Almirall, within the framework of the BSC Connects programme, is an example of how supercomputing and artificial intelligence can be placed at the service of industry to generate a real impact on people’s health,” added Mateo Valero, Director of BSC.
“BSC and Almirall share a vision of collaboration rooted in a broader research partnership and the use of technology as a driver of innovation. Together we can contribute to advancing the field of medical dermatology by providing tools and capabilities that make a real difference.”