This semester, the School is hosting more than 300 students from 54 countries, confirming NOVA FCT's growing international recognition.
This distinction reinforces the role of NOVA FCT and LAQV REQUIMTE in training excellent researchers, capable of creating innovative and sustainable solutions with international impact.
The award recognises not only the scientific rigour of the study but also its applied dimension: turning a waste (sludge) into a useful resource aligns with the principles of the circular economy and could reduce costs and environmental impacts in water treatment operations.
The School's reputation and welcoming environment were decisive factors in making the Caparica Campus a second home for these new students.
NOVA FCT’s PhD programmes are aligned with global challenges, promoting interdisciplinarity, innovation, and close connections between academia, society, and industry.
The SCARLET project focuses on the study of historical textile dyeing techniques, from the 15th to the 18th centuries, and the recovery of traditional practices, including the use of natural dyes, to develop sustainable solutions for today’s textile industry.
NOVA FCT congratulates Catarina for her exceptional journey, combining cutting-edge research in Nanotechnologies with elite-level athletic performance, becoming an inspiring example of dedication, talent, and balance between academia and sport.
With a diverse offer aligned with the challenges of the future, NOVA FCT provides Master’s programmes in various areas of science, engineering and technology, reinforcing its commitment to training highly qualified professionals prepared for a constantly evolving job market.
Over the past 47 years, NOVA FCT has trained more than 30,000 professionals equipped with the scientific, technical, and leadership skills needed in a constantly changing world, and now proudly welcomes 1,049 new students.
The recognition by Forbes Portugal reinforces her position as a prominent figure in science and leadership in Portugal, at a time when valuing competence, innovation, and strategic vision are key factors for the future of higher education.
The discovery of the new prehistoric marine crocodile on the Angolan coast is rewriting our understanding of the evolution and survival of marine life at the end of the Cretaceous period.
This distinction represents an important international recognition of the quality of the research developed at the Department of Materials Science and NOVA FCT, underscoring the institution’s contribution to the production of high-quality scientific knowledge.
