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.
From PhD to Silicon Valley: Rui Gomes closes Conference Cycle at DFis
Rui Gomes returned to the University of Aveiro to deliver the seventh and final lecture in the series marking the 50th anniversary of the Department of Physics, a department whose research culture is intrinsically linked to institutes such as CICECO.
Castellón Chamber of Commerce unite efforts to shape the future of ceramics
The Castellón Chamber of Commerce (Spain) has formalised a cooperation agreement with the University of Aveiro (Portugal), reinforcing the international standing of IGNITE (the International Congress on Ceramics Innovation) scheduled for 28-29th September 2026 in Castellón, Spain.
REVITALISE Seminar advances sustainable battery recycling strategies
Researchers from across Europe gathered today at the University of Aveiro for the REVITALISE Seminar, an international event dedicated to innovation and sustainability in lithium- and sodium-ion battery recycling. Held at the Sala de Atos Académicos of the Rectory Building, the seminar brought together specialists from academia and research institutions to discuss emerging approaches for battery circularity and materials recovery.
BatteryVerse maps emerging technologies beyond lithium-ion systems
CICECO and the Department of Materials and Ceramic Engineering (DEMaC) hosted BatteryVerse: From Lithium-Ion to Beyond, a three-day intensive course dedicated to the evolution of battery technologies and the future of energy storage systems.
NanoEnviroHealth seminar showcases how advanced nanomaterials impact health
The first edition of the NanoEnviroHealth Seminar Series took place on 20 May 2026, at the University of Aveiro, bringing together researchers and students from diverse scientific fields to explore emerging advances and challenges in materials science at the intersection of environment and human health.
Lecture highlights ILOF's Optomics technology applied to healthcare
The Department of Physics (DFis) hosted a lecture on May 13th, as part of a series of lectures on semiconductors and emerging technologies, dedicated to the theme "Accelerating Personalized Medicine with Optomics Technology". The initiative was supported and associated with Inova-Ria, CICECO – Aveiro Institute of Materials, and other partners, reinforcing the connection between academia, industry, and the technological ecosystem.
Renova at UA: how innovation drives real value in the chemical industry
The University of Aveiro received a special guest lecture by Francisco Barreiro, Director of Innovation and Sustainability at Renova, as part of a landmark series of workshops for the double anniversary being celebrated this year — the 25th anniversary of CICECO (Institute of Materials of Aveiro) and the 50th anniversary of the Department of Chemistry.
Workshop explores organic molecules for next-generation solar cells
On 13 May 2026, DEMaC at the University of Aveiro hosted the lecture “Organic molecules for solar cells: from the laboratory flask to the impact on technology,” presented by Kristina Kantminien, Associate Professor at Kaunas University of Technology (Lithuania).
Therapeutic Effect seminar strengthens international pre-clinical collaboration
Delivered by Professor Ana Paula Girol, Pro-Rector and faculty member at UNIFIPA (Brazil), the seminar explored innovative analytical approaches for evaluating both therapeutic potential and toxicological risk in pre-clinical contexts. With a PhD in Genetics and postdoctoral specialization in Immunomorphology, Professor Girol is internationally recognized for her scientific work in Cellular Biology, Histology, Embryology, and inflammatory, regenerative, and tumour-related processes.