In its twelfth edition, the University of Deusto has recognised Aitziber López Cortajarena with the Ada Byron Award for Women in Technology in the Senior category, in recognition of her advances in biomolecular nanotechnology.
Aitziber López Cortajarena has pioneered a line of research focused on turning proteins designed through molecular engineering into technological platforms for biomedical, bioelectronic and sustainable advanced materials applications. 
She has also founded Taldeki Biosolutions, a spin-off focused on transforming protein-based technologies into innovative solutions for diagnosis and therapy, and has been involved from the outset in creating and promoting Emakumeak Zientzian (Women in Science), a leading initiative for encouraging STEAM careers and raising the visibility of women in science and technology.
The award will be presented on 11 February 2027 at the University of Deusto’s Bilbao campus, on the occasion of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science.