MAXimuz Technology and University of Vic – Central University of Catalonia Sign Strategic Agreement
MAXimuz Technology and University of Vic Sign Strategic Agreement to Advance Humanoid Robotics Innovation
MAXimuz Technology and University of Vic – Central University of Catalonia Sign Strategic Agreement
Barcelona, Spain – January 28th — MAXimuz Technology is proud to announce a new Framework Agreement for Cooperation with the University of Vic – Central University of Catalonia (UVic-UCC), marking a significant step forward in global collaboration for the research, development, and deployment of humanoid robotics technologies.
This strategic partnership brings together an industry-leading robotics company and one of Spain’s most dynamic academic institutions to foster innovation across teaching, research, and real-world applications of humanoid robots, with special emphasis on healthcare, education, and human-centered services.
Under the agreement, MAXimuz and UVic-UCC will engage in collaborative initiatives such as faculty and student exchanges, knowledge transfer, AI integration research, joint projects, and technology deployment pilots in public and private sectors.
Malu Calle, Dean of the Faculty of Science, Technology, and Engineering at the University of Vic – Central University of Catalonia stated, “the agreement aligns with the university’s mission to foster innovation with significant social impact.”
Ricardo Martínez, Co-founder and EU General Manager of MAXimuz Technology, added:
"This partnership is not just about research, it’s about deployment. Working with UVic-UCC enables us to localize innovation in Europe while accelerating our roadmap for humanoid robotics applications across key sectors like healthcare, education, and city infrastructure. It also strengthens our commitment to regional talent and co-creation."
Cizar Abughazaleh, CEO of MAXimuz Technology, stated: "This collaboration with UVic-UCC aligns perfectly with our mission to drive practical, scalable, and impactful humanoid robotics into the real world. From elderly care and rehabilitation to AI-assisted learning in schools, the future of humanoid robotics lies in solving real human challenges. We are honored to work alongside an institution that shares this vision."
The partnership’s key focus areas include:
Developing and testing advanced humanoid robotics applications for real-world use
Promoting joint research in AI integration, human-robot interaction, and healthcare automation
Facilitating student and faculty mobility programs focused on emerging technologies
Co-creating academic and training content tailored to humanoid robotics skills
Launching internship and pilot deployment programs across healthcare, education, and smart cities
The agreement lays the foundation for long-term cooperation, with plans to expand collaboration through specific joint projects and programs in the coming years.
About MAXimuz Technology
MAXimuz Technology is a next-generation robotics company focused exclusively on developing scalable, affordable humanoid robots for industries including healthcare, education, hospitality, and public infrastructure. Leveraging AI, sensor fusion, and modular design, MAXimuz robots are engineered for real-world performance and adaptability.
About the University of Vic – Central University of Catalonia (UVic-UCC)
The University of Vic – Central University of Catalonia (UVic-UCC), owned by the Balmes University Foundation, was officially recognized in 1997. With a federated structure comprising four foundations (FUBalmes, FUBages, FESS and the Elisava Private Foundation), in the 2024–2025 academic year it had 12,700 students enrolled in official degree programs and around 11,000 students in various continuing education programs. It currently offers 42 bachelor’s degrees, 18 official master’s degrees, 10 doctoral programs, 10 higher vocational training programs, and more than 450 continuing education programs in fields including biosciences, health, communication, engineering, business, education and sport, among others.
UVic-UCC also has 25 recognized research groups, 6 research and knowledge transfer centers, 20 endowed chairs, and 1 research institute. It is a territorially rooted university with an international outlook: in the THE Young University Ranking, it is placed 250–300 worldwide and 17–21 in Spain; in the THE Ranking, 800–1,000 worldwide and 15–30 in Spain; and in the QS World University Rankings, it ranks 531–540 in Europe.
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