The Foundation

+40
Years of track record
+50
Active projects
+100
Annual scholarships

Our History

Over 40 years advancing Spanish civil engineering

Foundation

Origin and Constitution

The Agustín de Betancourt Foundation (FAB) was established with the aim of cooperating with the School of Civil Engineering at the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM).

University–Society Bridge

Connection and Transfer

Since its founding, the Foundation has acted as a vital bridge between the University and Society, facilitating the transfer of knowledge and technology to the Civil Engineering sector.

Mission

Research and Development

Its primary mission is to promote scientific and technical research, as well as to foster students' interest in research, providing them with the tools and opportunities needed for their professional development.

Excellence

Commitment to the highest quality in all our projects and initiatives

Collaboration

Joint work between the university, companies and sector professionals

Innovation

Constant drive for new ideas and solutions in civil engineering

Board of Trustees

The Foundation's governance and representation is carried out by the Board of Trustees, composed of prominent figures from the academic and professional spheres.

Trustees

Francisco Javier Martín Carrasco

Francisco Javier Martín Carrasco

Board Member

Board Member appointed by the Board of the School of Civil Engineering (UPM)

Carmen de Andrés Conde

Carmen de Andrés Conde

Board Member

Board Member appointed by the Official College of Civil Engineers

Antonio García Ferrer

Antonio García Ferrer

Board Member

Board Member

Elena León Muñoz

Elena León Muñoz

Board Member

Board Member

Mª Eugenia Pérez Fanjul

Mª Eugenia Pérez Fanjul

Board Member

Board Member

Fidel Sáenz de Ormijana Valdés

Fidel Sáenz de Ormijana Valdés

Board Member

Board Member

Juan Santamaría Cases

Juan Santamaría Cases

Board Member

Board Member

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