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Complex systems and a new toolbox for personalized medicine in Portugal and Europe

Text by Pedro Simas, Director of Católica Biomedical Research Centre Illustrations by Lúcia Antunes The CBeRa project is transforming biomedical research through complex systems science and the use of digital twins. Funded by the European Commission and based at CBR under the leadership of Prof. Luís M. Rocha, the project examines how biological, environmental, and social factors interact in health and disease. […]

Dentistry Beyond Oral Health

The article by Professor Susana Falardo from the Católica Medical School, titled “Dentistry Beyond Oral Health”, was published in Forbes Portugal, in the special issue “Dentistry”. Professor Susana’s text can be found on page 18. 👉Read the full article here: ESPECIAL Medicina Dentária – Forbes PT

Opinion Article – World Breast Cancer Day: diet and exercise are pillars of prevention

This is an opinion article by Paula Ravasco –  Director of the International Postgraduate Programme “Nutrition and Metabolism in Oncology” in collaboration with the Institute of Health Sciences of UCP, Associate Professor on Católica Medical School, Team Leader and Principal Investigator at the UCP Interdisciplinary Health Research Centre & CatolicaMed Platform and Coordinator of the […]

Opinion Article – Portugal: a safe haven for vaccines

This is an opinion article by Paulo Bettencourt – Deputy Director of the Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Health (CIIS), Director of the CIIS CatólicaMed Platform, Director of the Teaching and Research Laboratory, Member of the Scientific Council of Católica Medical School and Co-Founder of the Católica Medical School. At a time when medical interventions, access […]

Opinion Article – World Lung Day: “Preventing respiratory diseases means saving lives.”

This is an opinion article by Amélia Feliciano – Invited Assistant Professor of Católica Medical School, Coordination of the curricular unit Circulation and Respiration I and Co-Coordination of the curricular unit. Breathing is the first and last act of our lives, but we only value it when faced with illness. World Lung Day, observed on September 25th, […]

Opinion Article – World Food Day: Nutrition is a Human Right and a Pillar of Health

This is an opinion article by Paula Ravasco – Director of the International Postgraduate Programme “Nutrition and Metabolism in Oncology” in collaboration with the Institute of Health Sciences of UCP, Associate Professor on Católica Medical School, Team Leader and Principal Investigator at the UCP Interdisciplinary Health Research Centre & CatolicaMed Platform and Coordinator of the curricular […]

Postgraduate Program at the Universidade Católica aims to combat the silent crisis of sleep disorders

The Católica Medical School (CMS) announces the launch of the 3rd edition of its Postgraduate Program in Sleep Medicine, a training program designed to meet the growing demand for qualified professionals in Sleep Medicine. The program begins on October 17th, in a b-learning format, and features a faculty of more than 50 national and international specialists. According to […]

Medical Education Research Integration at CAC-CL event

Medical Education and Research: An Integration with National Impact

Medical Education and Research Integration is a growing priority in modern academic medicine, aiming to align clinical training with cutting-edge research and scientific innovation! António Medina de Almeida, Dean of Católica Medical School and President of CAC-CL, and Pedro Simas, Director of the Católica Biomedical Research Centre, were invited by SAPO to contribute an opinion […]

Católica Luz Clinical Academic Centre Activity Overview – 2024 in Numbers

The Católica Luz Academic Clinical Centre (CAC-CL) has reached a defining milestone in its journey! As a result, as a joint initiative between Universidade Católica Portuguesa and Luz Saúde, the CAC-CL solidified its position as a national benchmark in medical education, biomedical research, and translational innovation. This evolution clearly reflects our commitment to shaping the […]

Integrated Master’s in Medicine will have 100 spots available this year

Universidade Católica Portuguesa (UCP) has been authorized by the Agency for Assessment and Accreditation of Higher Education (A3ES) to double the number of spots for the Integrated Master’s in Medicine and will welcome 100 new students in 2025/2026 academic year. This authorization recognizes the excellent work the institution has been doing since its establishment in […]