
INL group leader Begoña Espiña appointed as Water Europe Expert
March 22, 2025
On World Water Day 2025, INL proudly announces that Begoña Espiña, research group leader at INL, has been appointed as a member of the ZeroPollution & Health Expert Group of Water Europe.
This recognition highlights Espiña’s exceptional contributions to water quality research, specifically in developing portable and automated devices for the selective detection and quantification of chemical and biological contaminants in water.

Begoña Espiña has been at the forefront of research aimed at understanding the fate, bioaccumulation, and toxicity of nanomaterials in water, with a particular focus on implementing the safe-by-design concept.
Since 2016, her work has played a crucial role in addressing global water challenges, making her appointment a well-deserved recognition of her dedication and expertise.Her new role within the ZeroPollution & Health Expert Group is a testament to the importance of INL’s ongoing commitment to advancing water quality and sustainability.
Today, as we are celebrating World Water Day, we are reminded of the importance of collective efforts in safeguarding our most precious resource – water. Whether through scientific research, policy development, or community action, each of us plays a role in ensuring a sustainable and water-secure future for generations to come.
We congratulate Begoña Espiña on this fantastic achievement and look forward to the positive impact she will continue to have in the European water sector and beyond.
Text by Catarina Moura
Photography by Gina Palha