Join the session “Patents: from scientific performance to rankings” on April 9
The University of Aveiro will host the session “Patents: from scientific performance to rankings” on 9 April 2026, bringing together researchers and institutional stakeholders to discuss intellectual property strategies and the role of patents in research and technology development.
New magnetic ceramic microneedling device may treat skin cancer
A research team from CICECO-Aveiro Institute of Materials and the Department of Materials and Ceramic Engineering (DEMaC) at the University of Aveiro (UA) has developed a flexible transdermal device with magnetic ceramic microneedles, as well as the respective production method, both of which have already been patented nationally.
Innovative microneedles enhance cell delivery in regenerative therapies
A research team from CICECO and the Chemistry Department of University of Aveiro has developed innovative microscopic microneedles that can function as platforms for cell transport and delivery in regenerative therapies. The study opens new perspectives for injectable systems capable of improving both the efficiency of cell delivery and their retention at injury sites.
Materials research strengthens global position in QS 2026 ranking
Research in Materials Science and Engineering continues to assert itself as one of the main strategic pillars of the University of Aveiro, reflected in its international positioning in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, published by Quacquarelli Symonds.
Seminar on advanced electrical characterization
The seminar “Advanced electrical characterization with the state-of-the-art lock-in amplifier” took place on 26 March 2026 at CICFANO (University of Aveiro), delivered by Romain Stomp from Zurich Instruments.
International event focuses on electrochemical approaches to coating performance
The 14th International Workshop ‘’Application of Electrochemical Techniques to Organic Coatings’’ (AETOC 2026) took place from 23 to 26 March 2026 in the Douro Valley region, Portugal CICECO was part of the organising team with Alexandre Bastos, João Tedim, Kiryl Yasakau and Mário G. S. Ferreira (SECOP group).
Workshop highlights optical fibre sensing advances for real-time monitoring
A technical session on optical fibre sensing technologies brought together around 30 participants, including students, researchers and academic staff, as part of the 50th anniversary celebrations of the Department of Physics at the University of Aveiro and the ongoing celebrations of the 25th anniversary of CICECO.
Award-winning poster advances greener routes for polymer degradation research
Mariana I. S. Aguiar, a PhD student in Chemical Engineering at the University of Aveiro and the University of Twente, has been awarded 1st place in the Sustainability category at the RSCPoster 2026, organised by the Royal Society of Chemistry.
Water Reuse Innovation with Awarded La Caixa PostDoc Leader Fellowship
CICECO member Nuno Gonçalves, from the Chemistry Department of the University of Aveiro, has secured a La Caixa Postdoctoral Junior Leader Fellowship to develop an ambitious research project focused on advanced water treatment technologies.
QuantumPUF project funded under the EIC Pathfinder programme
European-funded project brings together leading research institutions to develop quantum-based authentication technologies through the design of advanced luminescent materials