Information Session Presented HiTech Programme for Research Valorisation
An information session on the HiTech programme took place today in a university auditorium, bringing together students and early-career researchers to discuss pathways for the valorisation of scientific research, technology transfer, and the development of business opportunities grounded in deep-tech innovation.
Strengthened Contribution to Neutron Spectroscopy with New ISIS Beamtime
Researchers at CICECO have been awarded beamtime at the ISIS Neutron and Muon Source, with four days allocated on the TOSCA instrument. The allocated beamtime focuses on elucidating the reaction mechanism of deep eutectic solvent (DES)-assisted recycling of biobased polymers, within the scope of the PhD work of Simão Vidinha Pandeirada, carried out at CICECO and the Department of Chemistry of Aveiro University.
CICECO strengthens European collaboration through Horizon Europe Hop-On projects
CICECO has expanded its participation in Horizon Europe through the integration of several strategic EU Hop-On projects under the WIDERA programme. These initiatives reinforce CICECO’s role in European research networks, while broadening its scientific scope across energy storage, sustainable biorefineries, circular bioeconomy, and medical imaging technologies.
CICECO research on functional bioplastics featured on RTP’s 90 Seconds of Science
Idalina Gonçalves, a researcher from CICECO - Aveiro Institute of Materials and from the Materials and Ceramics Department (DeMAC), discussed her research on advanced biopolymer-based materials with functional and antimicrobial properties in the 90 Segundos de Ciência programme. The episodehighlights the key aspects of her recent work on the development of bioplastics capable of detecting and inhibiting the growth of pathogenic microorganisms.
Bottom-Up Vibrational Spectroscopy Strategy Wins Award at IOCPS 2025
Catarina F. Araújo was awarded the Best Oral Presentation Award at the 3rd International Online Conference on Polymer Science (IOCPS 2025) under the theme “Polymer Science and Technology: When Progress Meets Sustainability and Reliability.”
Innovative Microencapsulation Approach for Intestinal Health
Researchers from CICECO – Aveiro Institute of Materials, won first place at the ELEVATE Case Competition, an international entrepreneurship challenge that invites multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions to complex real-world problems.
CICECO Researcher Leads International Experiment at European Synchrotron Facility
A major international experimental programme at the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility (ESRF) has been approved under a Block Allocation Group (BAG) proposal led by a researcher from CICECO – Aveiro Institute of Materials. The
CICECO secures three projects approved in the CCDRC “Proofs of Concept” call
CICECO stands out for its capacity to generate knowledge with real-world impact, with three projects led by its researchers selected under the “Proofs of Concept” call promoted by the Regional Coordination and Development Commission of the Centre (CCDRC). This results confirms the commitment of CICECO researchers in technology transfer.
CAD CICECO welcomes new PhD students with an orientation session and lab tours
CAD CICECO hosted its Welcome Session for incoming PhD students, offering an overview of the research environment and the support structures available to early-stage researchers.
New partnership boosts Portuguese participation in international infrastructure
The University of Aveiro (UA), through researchers from CICECO, has joined the new national association of users of large scientific infrastructures. This initiative strengthens Portuguese access to advanced synchrotron radiation and neutron beam techniques, complemented by training and logistical support from the European NEPHEWS project.