NexMPI Training School gathered for Magnetic Nanoparticle Characterization
PhD students, postdocs, and early-career researchers from across Europe convened in Aveiro, Portugal, last week for the NexMPI Training School, a hands-on programme dedicated to the characterization of magnetic nanoparticles for next-generation theranostics.
15th FAMEAIS Erasmus Mundus Workshop welcomed students from 16 nationalities
From June 14 to 16, 2026, the University of Aveiro (UA) hosted the 15th Workshop of the FAMEAIS Erasmus Mundus Master's programme, an international gathering that brought together 20 students from more than 16 nationalities — from the United States to Indonesia — to present and discuss their master's thesis research.
Aveiro Welcomed Europe's Synchrotron Community for ENURS2026
Organised by CICECO and the University of Aveiro, the gathering brought together researchers, scientists, and industry professionals to explore the latest developments in synchrotron radiation, materials science, nanotechnology, and large-scale research infrastructure.
CICECO members present at nanomaterial challenge to tackle real-world problems
The challenge benefited from the contribution of a dedicated group of evaluators, including Cláudia Lopes, Alexandre Bastos, Ricardo Manuel Silva, Indrani Coondoo, Daniela V. R. Lopes, Oleksandr Tkach, Pedro Santos, Artur Baeta, Simão Santos, João Lopes Miranda, Ricardo Mineiro, Noelle Cardoso Zanini, and Francisco Leite, all researchers connected to CICECO.
Physics behind space travel: experts discuss sensors and optics in Aveiro
The panel brought together engineer António Relvas of TEKEVER, Dr. Cátia Leitão of i3N Aveiro and the Physics Department, and engineer Gustavo Saturno, also of the Physics Department, with Professor Carlos Marques of CICECO moderating the conversation.
ESAN’s Future Factory project secures funding to strengthen innovation ecosystem
The Factory of the Future, led by ESAN, secured €3.8 million in funding from Portugal's CCDR-N to advance technological innovation and industrial development in Northern Portugal.
CICECO Researchers Shine at the 8th Meeting on Medicinal Biotechnology
PATh researchers demonstrated strong engagement with the medicinal biotechnology community and a commitment to addressing healthcare challenges through sustainable and innovative scientific approaches.
6 Days of Sunshine at SOLEIL for the Computational Spectroscopy Group
The Computational Spectroscopy Group at CICECO-Aveiro Institute of Materials has once again secured highly competitive synchrotron beamtime, this time at the prestigious Synchrotron SOLEIL in France.
PATh Celebrates International Recognition and Scientific Excellence in Cartagena
The event brought together scientists from around the world to discuss emerging developments in green chemistry, biocatalysis, and sustainable technologies, fostering scientific exchange and interdisciplinary collaboration.
From Wearable Sensors to AI-Driven Monitoring: Prof. Antti Vehkaoja visits CICECO
Reflecting on his collaboration with CICECO, Dr. Vehkaoja highlighted the value of multidisciplinary research environments in fostering innovation. Check the interview.