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The CleanNote project, a joint initiative between i3N-NOVA and AlmaScience, has won the 1st edition of the "Vamos dar uma segunda vida às notas" competition, promoted by Bank of Portugal.
In a remarkable display of academic leadership, all three finalists in the competition were developed by teams from NOVA FCT, highlighting the faculty's immense contribution to sustainable innovation and the circular economy.
The initiative aimed to find environmentally sustainable alternatives to incineration. By promoting creativity and circular economy principles, the challenge sought solutions that generate real-world value from waste.
The award ceremony took place on January 22, 2026, at the Bank of Portugal facilities in Carregado.
26-01-2026
Following our Three Kings' Day gathering on January 6th, we are proud to announce the final result of our solidarity initiative. Last Friday, we officially handed over the collected donations to FACIT, represented by Professor Teresa Calvão.
FACIT provides essential social support to students and staff across the NOVA FCT campus. These funds will directly contribute to their mission of fostering a supportive academic environment.
A sincere thank you to every participant for your voluntary contributions. Together, we are upholding the values of community spirit and shared responsibility that define our faculty.
Click here to find out how to contribute to FACIT.
26-01-2026
On January 6th, we marked Three Kings' Day with our traditional get-together, held in the CENIMAT building.
This year, the initiative was associated with a solidarity action, with FACIT chosen as the Secret Friend. FACIT - which means “let it be done” in Latin - is an association devoted to social solidarity within the NOVA FCT community, providing support to students and staff facing economic difficulties. The celebration was honoured by the presence of the Dean of NOVA FCT, Professor José Júlio Alferes, and the President of the Department of Materials Science, Professor Hugo Águas. The gathering also included a speech by Professor Rodrigo Martins, coordinator of i3N, who highlighted the importance of community spirit, solidarity, and shared responsibility alongside scientific excellence.
08-01-2026
Researcher Rui Gonçalves won first prize in the SPIN Rise: Pitch the Science accelerator program, whose in-person phase took place between November 26th-28th, in Milan, Italy.
The program, organized by B4i – Bocconi for Innovation, aims to train and help researchers transform scientific results into solutions with real impact on the market, promoting the valorization of intellectual property and the development of technological start-ups.
The project team consists of Rui Gonçalves and his advisors and co-founders of the technology, Dr. António Vicente and Professor Manuel Mendes. The start-up proposal is based on the technology of modular and adaptable solar panels, which they have been developing and are in the process of protecting, which allows solar energy to be assembled, expanded, and configured in a way that is completely adjustable to the needs of each user.
As the winner, Rui gained direct access to the international pre-acceleration program from 28Digital (formerly EIT Digital).
05-12-2025
On December 9th, 15h00, at the UNINOVA Amphitheater, Dr. Anna Chiara Bressi, Postdoctoral Researcher at the Laboratory of Applied Materials for Printed and Soft Electronics (LAMPSe), Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna, will present an overview of recent research on Laser-Induced Graphene (LIG) produced from synthetic and bioderived polymeric precursors.
The seminar will cover the structure–property relationships of LIG obtained through direct laser irradiation, highlighting its rapid, scalable, and chemical-free fabrication process. Topics will include applications in soft electronics, soft robotics, and environmental remediation, as well as a cradle-to-gate life cycle assessment comparing synthetic and bioderived precursors.
NANOMAT-Talks are open to the entire community. Don't miss it.
04-12-2025
NANOMAT-Talks are back!
On November 20th, 15h00, CENIMAT|i3N Amphitheater, Professor Quan Li will provide an overview of his group’s recent research on responsive materials and their transformative applications. Topics will include dynamic photonics, laser steering, energy-saving technologies, deformable systems, and tumor phototherapy, with a strong emphasis on liquid-crystal-based systems and emerging responsive platforms. This lecture will highlight the significant potential of these materials in diverse fields such as biomedicine, electronics, aerospace, and environmental sustainability.
NANOMAT-Talks are open to the entire community. Don't miss it.
14-11-2025
CENIMAT|i3N's Chemistry Laboratory has officially been certified by My Green Lab at the HIGHEST level - GREEN - achieving an outstanding score of 90%!
This achievement was the result of a long and demanding process, full of hard work, learning, and above all, teamwork.
It wouldn’t have been possible without the dedication of our 32 My Green Lab Ambassadors and our Elite Green Squad (Francisca Paraíso, Cristina Teixeira, Dorina (Theodora) Papanastasiou, João Afonso Mendes, Ricardo Ferreira, Madalena Maria Roque, and Bárbara Gonçalves Coelho), who gave their all every step of the way.
A special thanks to Alexandra Gonçalves and Francisca Paraíso, which lead this journey - their determination, precision, and tireless effort were key to reaching this milestone.
This is just the beginning!
11-11-2025
Dr. Henrique Vazão de Almeida took part in the 2025 China-Portugal Traditional Medicines Forum, held at the Faculty of Pharmacy of the University of Lisbon.
Representing i3N, Dr. Henrique presented the group’s research on Nanomaterials for Biomedical Applications, highlighting the potential of advanced materials in bridging modern science and traditional medicine.
The Forum also featured a video address by Professor Rodrigo Martins, who emphasized the importance of strengthening scientific collaboration between China, Portugal, and Europe.
The participation of i3N in this international event reinforces the institute’s commitment to scientific diplomacy, international cooperation, and research excellence.
05-11-2025
i3N through NOVA FCT is an associate partner of FERNS, an European research initiative coordinated by Tyndall National Institute, that aims to reshape how electronic devices are designed, manufactured, and reused. The project is now recruiting 15 PhD researchers to help build the next generation of sustainable electronics, and 2 of these positions are at NOVA FCT.
Funded through the 2024 Horizon Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Doctoral Networks programme, FERNS offers early-stage researchers the chance to work across disciplines and countries, addressing the environmental impact of electronics and advancing circular design principles.
The applications are open until December 31st, 2025.
29-10-2025
After winning the Demo Day of the NOVA impACT! Challenges, the NOVA Startup Competition 2025, GeoCura, a team composed of Erasmus Mundus students from the Master in Advanced Materials and Innovative Recycling at DCM achieved international recognition by winning the Tapojärvi Innovation Challenge. This competition, organized in Finland, offers European university students the opportunity to apply their skills to solving effective industrial challenges, developing scalable and replicable solutions aimed at fostering a sustainable industry.
31-10-2025
