The student won the award with her dissertation ‘Algorithms for physical layer authentication’.
The award confirms the professor's strong influence on scientific dissemination and the public's perception of the importance of science for social development.
Com este aumento da equipa docente e de investigação, reforçamos o nosso compromisso com esta missão", foram estas as palavras proferidas pelo Diretor da NOVA FCT, José Júlio Alferes, para dar início a mais uma Cerimónia de Assinatura de Contratos.
According to a statement issued by the Ministry of the Environment, the professor's choice to lead the integrated management company for Portugal's urban water cycle reflects his ‘vast CV in the areas of water resources, hydraulics and the environment.’
Representatives from various Austrian research and development institutions had the opportunity to familiarize themselves with NOVA FCT's dynamic environment for innovation and entrepreneurship.
The excellence of the scientific career, the substantial contributions to the development of Inorganic Chemistry, the scientific leadership and the international recognition has served as the basis for this nomination.
Project led by NOVA FCT brings together experts and stakeholders to identify appropriate ways of managing water and emerging pollutants.
NOVA FCT will oversee over 700,000 euros for these projects, which will involve partnerships with institutions in other countries.
In addition to clinching the prestigious NOVA award, the project also secured the Digitalis Prize.
In-Nova stood out, placing ahead of Junior Data Consulting (NOVA IMS) and Católica Consulting Linked (Católica Lisboa), also finalists at the event.
"We're investing in the future with our hires today," stated the Dean of NOVA FCT during the ceremony.
The participants returned with multiple gold and silver medals, and both of the competing teams secured positions within the top 10.