The electric field present in the Earth's atmosphere reflects global planetary conditions. It is influenced by both atmospheric processes (thunderstorms, pollution, aerosols) and space weather. Marine measurements of the electric field are rare. Here, a unique dataset of atmospheric electric field measurements performed over the Atlantic Ocean is presented. This dataset is relevant not only for atmospheric electricity studies but also for climate and space-Earth interaction studies.

The UNEXUP project aims to improve, test, and commercialize the robotic technology developed within the UNEXMIN project, which is already equipped with enough navigation and geoscientific instrumentation to perform exploration missions in flooded mines. The UNEXUP robot-based service intends to address the needs and requirements from mining companies, geological surveys and other sectors that can benefit this technology.

The ROBOMINERS project develops an innovative technology for the future exploitation of small and difficult to access mineral deposits. A bioinspired robotic miner prototype, able to navigate, explore and mine under several work conditions, makes the exploration of many mineral deposits economically feasible, while reducing social and environmental impacts associated with conventional mining methods. A new mining system tailored to this new technology line is also under development.