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Neste projeto pretende-se fazer investigação e desenvolvimento de circuitos fisicamente não-clonáveis (PUFs) de baixo custo com base numa estrutura híbrida, que podem ser utilizados em autenticação ou geração de chaves de criptografia. Combinaremos o melhor de duas tecnologias diferentes: eletrónica impressa para extração da entropia estática e CMOS para digitalização e para processamento dos sinais digitais, alimentação e comunicações.
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Lisboa2030 — Portugal2030 — UE
Este projeto consiste no desenvolvimento e avaliação experimental de um TI-ADC com 12 bits de resolução e 8Gs/s de frequência de amostragem. Os protótipos serão projetados e fabricado numa tecnologia CMOS 28nm (TSMC HPC+), que é aproximadamente 10x a 5x mais barata que tecnologias mais sofisticadas (SiGe ou FD-SOI/finFET). É esperado que este TI-ADC atinja uma taxa de conversão de 8Gs/s com uma linearidade melhor que 9 bits e tenha uma eficiência energética, definida pela FOM de Walden, melhor que 50 fJ/conv-step. A área esperada deve ser menor que 1mm2. Estas características encontram-se atualmente para além do estado da arte de ADC de alta velocidade.
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O projeto visa desenvolver e aplicar metodologias baseadas em deteção remota por satélite, Inteligência Artificial (IA) e visão computacional para a gestão eficiente de recursos hídricos no município de Almada. Os principais objetivos incluem:
• Deteção de fugas: Identificar roturas na rede de abastecimento (condutas, juntas e reservatórios) através da análise de padrões anómalos no solo e vegetação.
• Controlo de consumos: Detetar consumos não autorizados em zonas residenciais e otimizar a rega em espaços públicos.
• Apoio à decisão: Disponibilizar uma plataforma interativa com dados em tempo real para ajudar as entidades gestoras (SMAS Almada) na tomada de decisões e criação de alertas.
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O presente apoio financeiro visa a atualização e reestruturação de unidades de investigação científica, incluindo a sua transformação digital e tem como objetivo a aquisição de grandes equipamentos científicos, conjuntos de instrumentos científicos, arquivos e dados científicos, outros recursos baseados em conhecimento, sistemas de computação e programação, redes de comunicação que promovam o acesso aberto digital e/ou outras infraestruturas instrumentais para estimular a excelência em atividades de investigação e inovação.
Tem como objetivo essencial apoiar a aquisição de equipamento ou a conclusão de projetos de renovação e/ou modernização de unidades de investigação científica da Unidade I&D Centro de Tecnologias e Sistemas (CTS), com acrónimo CTS, enquadrado no AAC nº 01/C05- i13/2025, em que o UNINOVA é o Beneficiário Final e Coordenador globalmente responsável pela execução do projeto de investimento contratualizado com a FCT I.P. – Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia.
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O presente apoio financeiro visa a atualização e reestruturação de unidades de investigação científica, incluindo sua transformação digital e tem como objetivo a aquisição de grandes equipamentos científicos, conjuntos de instrumentos científicos, arquivos e dados científicos, outros recursos baseados em conhecimento, sistemas de computação e programação, redes de comunicação que promovam o acesso aberto digital e/ou outras infraestruturas instrumentais para estimular a excelência em atividades de investigação e inovação.
Tem por objeto essencial a concessão de um apoio financeiro destinado a apoiar a aquisição de equipamento ou a conclusão de projetos de renovação e/ou modernização de unidades de investigação científica da Unidade I&D Centro de Tecnologias e Sistemas (CTS), com acrónimo CTS, enquadrado no AAC nº 02/C05-i13/2025 -EQUIPAR+2, em que o UNINOVA é o Beneficiário Final e Coordenador globalmente responsável pela execução do projeto de investimento contratualizado.com a FCT I.P. – Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia.
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MOBILEurope seeks to improve expertise in the field of industrial relations, to builds on and contributes to following dimension of knowledge: employment, working conditions and social protection of frontier, seasonal and migrant workers under the COVID 19 crises and social dialogue and collective bargaining in this regard.
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A Agenda Mobilizadora TEC4GREEN visa preparar o setor agroindustrial (alimentar e florestal) para os desafios futuros, tecnológicos e ambientais, minimizando o impacto ambiental (solo, água e atmosférico), e promovendo a sustentabilidade do setor.
The TEC4GREEN Mobilizing Agenda aims to prepare the agro-industrial sector (food and forestry) for future technological and environmental challenges, minimizing environmental impact (soil, water, and atmospheric) and promoting the sustainability of the sector.
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MODUL4R proposes a holistic framework applicable both to new and existing manufacturing lines to achieve flexibility, rapid responsiveness, and sustainability. MODUL4R will be demonstrated in specialized mould manufacturing for the automotive sector, CPPS for flexible & modular assembly of PCBs, and tools manufacturing for the aerospace.
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FAME is a joint effort of world-class experts in data management, data technologies, the data economy, and digital finance to develop, deploy and launch to the global market a unique, trustworthy, energy-efficient, and secure federated data marketplace for Embedded Finance (EmFi). The FAME marketplace will alleviate the proclaimed limitations of centralized cloud marketplaces towards demonstrating the full potential of the data economy.
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AGILEHAND aims at developing advanced technologies for grading, handling and packaging autonomously soft and deformable products, as a strategic instrument to improve flexibility, agility and reconfigurability of production and logistic systems of the European manufacturing companies. The AGILEHAND Solutions will be demonstrated in 4 industrial pilots that differ in characteristics of the surface, deformability, and consistency of the products to be handle.
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Strengthening Europe’s Semiconductor Skills Base
As the European Union advances its ambitions under the European Chips Act, strengthening skills and talent across the semiconductor value chain has become a strategic priority. In this context, the POEMS project presents the POEMS Semiconductor Spring School, taking place from 6 to 10 April 2026 at the University of Aveiro, Portugal.
This school is designed for advanced bachelor and early master students, offering a solid foundation in semiconductor technologies alongside an understanding of current challenges and opportunities in microelectronics and semiconductors.
Over five days, participants will explore core POEMS domains such as chip design, advanced packaging and emerging technologies, including photonics. The programme combines introductory and thematic lectures, and experts talks delivered by leading researchers and industry specialists. Participants will gain insight into state-of-the-art technologies, current industrial challenges and emerging international trends, within a structured and interactive learning environment.
The Spring School contributes to Europe’s efforts to develop the next generation of semiconductor experts by addressing skills needs in key strategic technologies and applications are now open to eligible students.
🎓 Who can apply?
The programme is aimed primarily at final-year bachelor’s and first year master’s students. PhD students are also welcome and encouraged to apply, as the school offers valuable opportunities for networking and exchange with peers, researchers and industry experts.
📆 Important dates:
Applications from 2 to 20 February
Results by 2 March
Registration from 9 to 13 March
Programme: https://www.poemscentre.eu/en/spring-school/edition-2026
Applications: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=rloCwbmYIUC0tsIBIUuITl30jUAtivBCuu3Fs_WurxNUOUdHWUZJUDlaOFJHSjA4R0RGMk5CNEc4Ry4u&route=shorturl
As the European Union advances its ambitions under the European Chips Act, strengthening skills and talent across the semiconductor value chain has become a strategic priority. In this context, the POEMS project presents the POEMS Semiconductor Spring School, taking place from 6 to 10 April 2026 at the University of Aveiro, Portugal.
This school is designed for advanced bachelor and early master students, offering a solid foundation in semiconductor technologies alongside an understanding of current challenges and opportunities in microelectronics and semiconductors.
Over five days, participants will explore core POEMS domains such as chip design, advanced packaging and emerging technologies, including photonics. The programme combines introductory and thematic lectures, and experts talks delivered by leading researchers and industry specialists. Participants will gain insight into state-of-the-art technologies, current industrial challenges and emerging international trends, within a structured and interactive learning environment.
The Spring School contributes to Europe’s efforts to develop the next generation of semiconductor experts by addressing skills needs in key strategic technologies and applications are now open to eligible students.
🎓 Who can apply?
The programme is aimed primarily at final-year bachelor’s and first year master’s students. PhD students are also welcome and encouraged to apply, as the school offers valuable opportunities for networking and exchange with peers, researchers and industry experts.
📆 Important dates:
Applications from 2 to 20 February
Results by 2 March
Registration from 9 to 13 March
Programme: https://www.poemscentre.eu/en/spring-school/edition-2026
Applications: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=rloCwbmYIUC0tsIBIUuITl30jUAtivBCuu3Fs_WurxNUOUdHWUZJUDlaOFJHSjA4R0RGMk5CNEc4Ry4u&route=shorturl
Winter School on Analog and Mixed-Signal (AMS) Layout IC Design 2026.
Este curso de inverno decorrerá entre 26 de janeiro e 11 de fevereiro de 2026, com uma duração aproximada de três semanas, sendo co-organizada pelo Instituto UNINOVA e pela NOVA FCT.
A iniciativa contará com a contribuição de instrutores e com o suporte de IT/PDKs por parte da RENESAS-Portugal, da SYNOPSYS-Portugal e da PME portuguesa POWERTOOLS Technologies, assegurando uma forte ligação à prática industrial e às ferramentas de projeto atuais (ambas, CADENCE e SYNOPSYS).
Devido a restrições logísticas, as inscrições estarão limitadas a 32 participantes, sendo preferencialmente destinadas a alunos finalistas de licenciatura e a alunos do 1.º ano de mestrado das áreas de Engenharia Eletrotécnica e de Computadores, de Engenharia de Micro e Nano Tecnologias e de Engenharia Física.
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We are pleased to announce the Winter School on Analog and Mixed-Signal (AMS) Layout IC Design 2026, powered by POEMS, taking place from January 26 to February 11, 2026 (approximately three weeks). This Winter School is co-organized by UNINOVA and NOVA FCT, with valuable contributions from instructors and IT/PDK support provided by RENESAS Portugal, SYNOPSYS Portugal, and the Portuguese SME POWERTOOLS Technologies, offering participants strong exposure to industry-relevant tools and practices.
Due to logistical constraints, participation is limited to 32 students, with priority given to final-year undergraduate students and 1st-year master’s students in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Micro and Nano Technologies Engineering, and Engineering Physics. More details can be found in the flyer below.
Este curso de inverno decorrerá entre 26 de janeiro e 11 de fevereiro de 2026, com uma duração aproximada de três semanas, sendo co-organizada pelo Instituto UNINOVA e pela NOVA FCT.
A iniciativa contará com a contribuição de instrutores e com o suporte de IT/PDKs por parte da RENESAS-Portugal, da SYNOPSYS-Portugal e da PME portuguesa POWERTOOLS Technologies, assegurando uma forte ligação à prática industrial e às ferramentas de projeto atuais (ambas, CADENCE e SYNOPSYS).
Devido a restrições logísticas, as inscrições estarão limitadas a 32 participantes, sendo preferencialmente destinadas a alunos finalistas de licenciatura e a alunos do 1.º ano de mestrado das áreas de Engenharia Eletrotécnica e de Computadores, de Engenharia de Micro e Nano Tecnologias e de Engenharia Física.
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We are pleased to announce the Winter School on Analog and Mixed-Signal (AMS) Layout IC Design 2026, powered by POEMS, taking place from January 26 to February 11, 2026 (approximately three weeks). This Winter School is co-organized by UNINOVA and NOVA FCT, with valuable contributions from instructors and IT/PDK support provided by RENESAS Portugal, SYNOPSYS Portugal, and the Portuguese SME POWERTOOLS Technologies, offering participants strong exposure to industry-relevant tools and practices.
Due to logistical constraints, participation is limited to 32 students, with priority given to final-year undergraduate students and 1st-year master’s students in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Micro and Nano Technologies Engineering, and Engineering Physics. More details can be found in the flyer below.
Seasonal School on Advanced AMS IC Design - 2025
This intensive program, starting on June 12th at UNINOVA, the launch day, and lasting 7 weeks, is aimed mainly at final year Master's and PhD students, as well as young engineering professionals with a solid background in electronics.
The hands-on (on site) training is free of charge and offers an immersive experience focusing on state-of-the-art CMOS technologies (N28 FD-SOI, N22 Bulk, N16 FinFET), with a panel of 6 Speakers and 17 renowned Instructors from Academia and Industry.
Applications are open until May 30th at 5:00 pm (WEST).
Registration: https://forms.gle/iWBqUhLnLG7nze2u5
Registrations will be limited to a maximum of 50 participants on a "first-registered, first-served" basis.
REGISTER NOW!
This intensive program, starting on June 12th at UNINOVA, the launch day, and lasting 7 weeks, is aimed mainly at final year Master's and PhD students, as well as young engineering professionals with a solid background in electronics.
The hands-on (on site) training is free of charge and offers an immersive experience focusing on state-of-the-art CMOS technologies (N28 FD-SOI, N22 Bulk, N16 FinFET), with a panel of 6 Speakers and 17 renowned Instructors from Academia and Industry.
Applications are open until May 30th at 5:00 pm (WEST).
Registration: https://forms.gle/iWBqUhLnLG7nze2u5
Registrations will be limited to a maximum of 50 participants on a "first-registered, first-served" basis.
REGISTER NOW!
Join Us at DoCEIS 2025!
We are thrilled to announce the 16th Advanced Doctoral Conference on Computing, Electrical, and Industrial Systems (DoCEIS 2025), taking place from July 2-4, 2025, in the Lisbon Metropolitan area, Portugal.
This year's theme focuses on Technological Innovation for AI-Powered Cyber-Physical Systems, highlighting the integration of AI into Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) to enhance decision-making, adaptability, and autonomy.
We are thrilled to announce the 16th Advanced Doctoral Conference on Computing, Electrical, and Industrial Systems (DoCEIS 2025), taking place from July 2-4, 2025, in the Lisbon Metropolitan area, Portugal.
This year's theme focuses on Technological Innovation for AI-Powered Cyber-Physical Systems, highlighting the integration of AI into Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) to enhance decision-making, adaptability, and autonomy.
Join Us at DoCEIS 2025!
We are thrilled to announce the 16th Advanced Doctoral Conference on Computing, Electrical, and Industrial Systems (DoCEIS 2025), taking place from July 2-4, 2025, in the Lisbon Metropolitan area, Portugal.
This year's theme focuses on Technological Innovation for AI-Powered Cyber-Physical Systems, highlighting the integration of AI into Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) to enhance decision-making, adaptability, and autonomy.
We are thrilled to announce the 16th Advanced Doctoral Conference on Computing, Electrical, and Industrial Systems (DoCEIS 2025), taking place from July 2-4, 2025, in the Lisbon Metropolitan area, Portugal.
This year's theme focuses on Technological Innovation for AI-Powered Cyber-Physical Systems, highlighting the integration of AI into Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) to enhance decision-making, adaptability, and autonomy.
Portuguese scientist Elvira Fortunato is one of the most highly regarded Portuguese women both at home and abroad. The former Minister of Science, Technology and Higher Education is on this year's list of the Most Powerful Women in Business, a ranking drawn up by Forbes Portugal magazine. With a total of 65 points, she is in third place in the Education and Science category, which is led by businesswoman Rosália Teixeira, a shareholder in Porto Editora.
The 2024 edition of Workshop of the Doctoral Program in Computer Science of NOVA FCT was hosted by UNINOVA, in a full day event with a live and exciting program.
It is with pleasure that UNINOVA is hosting the Seasonal School on Designing CHIPs for Embedded AI, scheduled for July 12 (an Opening day) followed by a full-week intensive "hands-on" advanced course (from July 15 to July 19, ONLY for a limited number of registered attendees (first-registered, first-served) at: https://lnkd.in/djDxn9x9).
