Materia Nova

Materia Nova is a research and development center located in Mons, Belgium, specializing in sustainable materials and surface treatment technologies. Founded in 2000 by the University of Mons (UMONS), it serves as a technology accelerator, facilitating the transfer of technologies from fundamental research to industry.

Areas of expertise include:

• Low-carbon footprint materials: Development of sustainable materials to reduce environmental impact.

• Multifunctional surface treatments: Enhancing surface properties for various industrial applications.

• Materials and processes for energy: Researching innovative solutions for the energy transition.

Materia Nova collaborates closely with UMONS and other research institutions in Belgium and abroad to provide cutting-edge scientific and technical expertise. It also operates subsidiaries such as IONICS, specializing in surface treatments, and ESIX, focused on sol-gel technologies. These subsidiaries allow companies to test research-based solutions before deploying them at an industrial scale.

The center emphasizes values such as creativity, responsibility, teamwork, respect, and friendliness, with the vision of innovating and collaborating for a sustainable future, while promoting social cohesion and territorial integration.