Latest news and stories about research in Portugal for expats and residents.
A research team led by Paula Videira at NOVA University Lisbon has developed a breakthrough antibody that precisely differentiates cancer cells from healthy tissue, earning the scientist a nomination for the European Inventor Award.
The government has postponed the second edition of the scientist recruitment competition, pushing the next wave of hiring to 2028, three years after the initial schedule.
Portugal achieved a record 368 European patent applications in 2025, marking a 6.1% growth driven primarily by advancements in computer technology and contributions from national universities and companies.
A partnership aimed at promoting collaboration in teaching, research, and technological development in the aerospace sector, bringing academia closer to the high-tech industry, is being signed on Thursday between the University of Coimbra (UC) and Active Space Technologies. The protocol, which the UC calls a strategic partnership, will bring together the Faculty of Sciences and Technology...
Portugal is making progress towards participating in space exploration missions to Mars.
A report released today argues that the Agency for Research and Innovation (AI2) should bring universities, companies and the State closer together without compromising fundamental research, which is carried out in laboratories without immediate practical applicability.
The Minister of Education, Science and Innovation inaugurated Building 2 of the University of Coimbra (UC) campus in Figueira da Foz today, which is already preparing for its expansion with new construction starting by the end of the summer.
The Minister of Education, Science and Innovation inaugurated Building 2 of the University of Coimbra's campus in Figueira da Foz, which is already preparing for further expansion. The new facility, located in the city's former bus terminal, features state-of-the-art laboratories and focuses on maritime research, naval engineering, and the blue economy. The project is a partnership between the university and the local municipality, led by Pedro Santana Lopes, aiming to strengthen research in sustainability, climate change, and coastal resources.
Researchers at the University of Aveiro (UA) have discovered that waste from the brewing industry is capable of removing antibiotics from wastewater in a 'more sustainable and efficient' way, with results competitive against commercial activated carbon, the higher education institution announced this Monday. According to the university, the research demonstrates that it is possible to transform industrial waste...
A research project compiles five distinct studies focusing on the integration of Portuguese emigrants abroad and their subsequent return to the country.
Two years after the launch of the first Portuguese university nanosatellite, the NanoSat Lab (Instituto Superior Técnico) has an “innovative” project with the USA that is scheduled to be launched as early as October.
The Portuguese government aims to promote the commercialisation of research and innovation within the maritime sector.
Researchers from the Polytechnic Institute of Bragança will collect records of animals during the solar eclipse on August 12th to detect changes in wildlife behaviour.
Henrique Barros built ISPUP the way long-lasting institutions are built: competitive funding instead of subsidies, non-negotiable scientific rigour, and generosity towards newcomers. Opinion piece by Ricardo Gusmão.
Manifesto brings together research centres to claim a 'place for the ocean'. The agency is seeking priority areas for public funding. Researchers highlight the extent of the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).
Created from the communications group that would give rise to PT, the UA has been a hub of innovation in Portugal
The University of Coimbra (UC) holds the top position for patent filings within the country.
The University of Coimbra is the institution with the highest number of patent filings in Portugal.
The Institute of Social and Political Sciences of the University of Lisbon (ISCSP-ULisboa) is a school with 120 years of history in teaching social and political sciences. It combines tradition and modernity, offering a wide range of academic programmes including 10 bachelor's, 16 master's, and 12 doctoral degrees. The institution is committed to scientific research, internationalisation, social responsibility, and sustainability, while also providing executive training and consultancy services. ISCSP-ULisboa is currently pursuing the HR Excellence in Research seal and actively promotes a healthy work-life balance for its staff.
Portugal is participating in an international research project focused on the study of dark matter.
Ekaterina Zaharieva, European Commissioner for Startups, Research and Innovation, explains to PÚBLICO what the European Union's priorities are regarding science and technology.
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The researcher found in the Council of State a way to give more visibility to science and bring it closer to the citizen — and is preparing a plan with Seguro to make it happen.
António Coutinho, who directed the Gulbenkian Science Institute between 1998 and 2012, warns of the brain drain and the lack of autonomy for young researchers.
The president of the Agency for Research and Innovation considered science and innovation as “two loves”, but warned that it was not necessary to choose between them. The speeches, however, show otherwise.
The University of Lisbon (UL) has launched the Water College, a platform designed to address water scarcity by bridging scientific research with industry. Supported by the WISE project and funded by the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation, the initiative aims to break down disciplinary silos—ranging from engineering and law to natural sciences and economics—to tackle the urgent reality of water shortages, pollution, and climate change. The College operates on three pillars: testing solutions in real-world environments, incubating startup ideas, and providing education to improve water literacy across all age groups.
The agreements provide for the mobility of students and researchers, professional training in science and health, research, development, and innovation. The foundation already has an office in Lisbon.
