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Great success of the IV Nutraceutical Conference “Bioactive Compounds and Nutraceuticals”, organized by the Uriach Nutraceutical Chair and held on March 6–7, 2025, in Tarragona.

In this fourth edition, which attracted a large audience both in person and via streaming, the latest findings on bioactive compounds and nutraceuticals were presented, covering topics such as gut health, microbiota, obesity, diabetes and other metabolic diseases, cognitive decline, and finally, the application of artificial intelligence in the study of bioactive compounds.

These conferences have become a benchmark meeting point for scientists, professionals, and students working in the field of nutraceuticals.

You can watch the summary video here.

Unique Experiences

The Uriach Foundation, in collaboration with Uriach, is taking part in the 4th edition of Unique Experiences, an annual event organized by the Sant Cugat del Vallès City Council.

As part of this initiative, 43 guided tours are being offered to discover leading companies, monumental buildings, and other places of interest, such as the National Archives of Catalonia, RTVE, and the ALBA Synchrotron, which are normally not open to the public.

On March 27 and 28, we will open the doors of Uriach and the Uriach Foundation so that you can get to know our facilities, activities, and products firsthand. In addition, you will be able to enjoy a virtual reality experience created by the Foundation, immersing you in the history of the company.

📅 Book your visit and come meet us!

Registration is now open for the 4th Conference on Bioactive Compounds and Nutraceuticals, organized by the Uriach Chair of Nutraceuticals, which will take place on March 6–7, 2025, at the Centre Tarraconense El Seminari in Tarragona. You can register through the following link: REGISTRATION 2025.

The aim of this conference is to present the latest advances in the study of bioactive compounds and to foster dialogue among specialized scientists, students, and industry professionals, promoting scientific dissemination and knowledge exchange.

As a new feature this year, a course aimed at pre-doctoral researchers will be held on March 5 at the Universitat Rovira i Virgili campus. Under the title “Update on Methodologies for the Study of Bioactive Compounds: From Theory to Experimental Validation”, the course will provide specialized training in the most innovative techniques in the field.

You can consult the list of invited speakers on the conference website, and the final program will be published in the coming days.

We look forward to seeing you there!

On February 3, the Uriach Foundation, in collaboration with Laborest Global, inaugurated the exhibition “Laborest. History and New Image” at its facilities in Sant Cugat del Vallès.

The exhibition is divided into two parts. The first takes visitors on a journey through history, highlighting Uriach’s century-long ties with Italy and the evolution of Laborest, from its creation in Switzerland to the present day. The second part focuses on presenting the brand’s new identity and image.

As a complement to the exhibition, a talk will be offered to explain in detail the characteristics and main products of the global brand, as well as some of its CSR projects in Senegal.

The Vice President of the Uriach Foundation, Mr. Javier Uriach Torelló, has been appointed Honorary Member of the Medical-Pharmaceutical Institute of Catalonia.

The award was presented by Dr. Anna M.ª Carmona, President of the institution, together with Vice Presidents Dr. Eugenio Sedano and Dr. Joan Esteva.

This distinction recognizes both his support and close ties to the Institute, as well as the important role played by our Foundation in the development of its activities in recent years.

During the ceremony, which took place on January 18 at the Hotel Colón in Barcelona, presided over by the Right Honorable Mr. Jordi Pujol Soley, a heartfelt tribute was paid to the memory of our late President, Dr. Joan Uriach Marsal, Gold Medal recipient and distinguished member of the Medical-Pharmaceutical Institute until his passing.

On December 17, 2024, at the age of 95, Dr. Joan Uriach Marsal, founder and president of the Uriach Foundation 1838, passed away.

Dr. Uriach Marsal dedicated his life to the family business, combining an exceptional vision for the future with strong and approachable leadership. His unwavering commitment to culture, society, and history led him, in 1988, to establish the Uriach Foundation 1838, with the aim of making it a benchmark institution for promoting the history of the health sciences, advancing natural health, and preserving the company’s historical and artistic heritage.

His humble and approachable character earned him the affection and respect of all his colleagues, to whom he transmitted solid values that will continue to guide our path and shape our future.

His legacy transcends his achievements, leaving behind a profound mark through his humanist dedication to art, education, and philanthropy.

In these difficult times, we join his family and loved ones in their grief.

As part of its exhibition cycle, on November 11, 2024, the Uriach Foundation inaugurated the exhibition “Uriach on Fire: The Great Fire of 1889” at its facilities in Sant Cugat del Vallès.

The exhibition focuses on the great fire that struck Uriach at the end of the 19th century, a catastrophe that occurred in the company’s warehouses located on the ground floor of the Gothic palace known as Palau Dalmases, an iconic building situated at 20 Montcada Street, in the historic center of Barcelona.

This devastating fire, which nearly destroyed the company, caused a profound impact on society at the time due to its brutality and the extensive damage it inflicted.

From September 16 to November 15, 2024, the Uriach Foundation is presenting the exhibition “Trementinaires: Between Mountains and Remedies” at the library of the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC).

The exhibition explores the history of a group of brave and enterprising women who, between the mid-19th and early 20th centuries, dedicated themselves to bringing natural remedies across Catalonia while preserving local knowledge and traditions.

As a complement to the exhibition, two related activities will take place in November 2024:

• 11/11/24: Guided tour of the exhibition “History of the Trementinaires, the Women Healers of Catalonia.” Led by the Edulis Environmental Education Association, with the collaboration of: UPC Baix Llobregat Campus Library, Uriach Foundation, Ramon Fernandez Jurado Public Library, and UPCArts.

• 14/11/24: Workshop on creams and ointments made with herbs (the modern trementinaire). Conducted by Olga Gener from EEABB.

On June 20, Javier Navarro, Trustee of the Uriach Foundation, delivered a lecture entitled “Natural Health: An Emerging Market with Professional Opportunities” as part of the closing events of the Interuniversity Master’s in Metabolism and Nutrition at the Rovira i Virgili University (URV).

The event took place in the Aula Magna of the Catalunya Campus (URV) and also featured the participation of Ms. Anna Arola, Representative of the Master’s Program at URV; Mr. Joan J. Carvajal, Dean of URV; Mr. José Antonio Fernández, Coordinator of the Master’s Program at UB; and Ms. Maribel Matheu, Secretary of the Faculty of Chemistry.

The participation of the Uriach Foundation in this event reflects recognition of the outstanding work being carried out by the Uriach Chair of Nutraceuticals, particularly in its direct connection with the Master’s in Nutrition and Metabolism, through annual scholarships and awards, as well as the involvement of Uriach collaborators serving as lecturers in the program, among other activities.

On June 20, the Uriach Foundation attended the awards ceremony at the Goya Theater in Madrid to receive two ASPID 2024 Awards for “Uriach Virtual Experience.”

Uriach Virtual Experience is an immersive virtual reality journey that allows users to explore key milestones in Uriach’s history, such as the first drugstore located in Barcelona’s Born district, the company’s laboratory from the 1970s, as well as a natural environment showcasing the company’s current values and brands.

Awards received:

• Silver Aspid in the category “E-Health”

• Aspid in the category “Health Gamification”

The ASPID Awards for Ibero-American Health and Pharmaceutical Creativity and Communication are a recognition granted both to design and communication agencies, as well as to companies and institutions in the healthcare sector, for campaigns and initiatives that stand out for their excellence and creativity within the field.