“Studying CD9 as a new therapeutic strategy for neuropathic pain after spinal cord injury,” authored by Isaura Martins, from the Católica Medical School, is the winning project of the Pain Research Grant, sponsored by the Grünenthal Foundation in partnership with the Portuguese Association for the Study of Pain (APED). The research focuses on the CD9 protein, […]
Professor João Pereira, Executive Director of Católica Medical School attended the Atlantic Health & Wellness Summit 2025, held on October 10th, 2025. The topic of Professor João Pereira’s session was “AI: Co-intelligence and Co-creation in the Service of Health.”
UCP2 Mental Health is seeking motivated students to join its advisory panel and contribute to the promotion of mental health in the academic community of the Universidade Católica Portuguesa. This is an opportunity for anyone who wants to voice their ideas and actively participate in creating a healthier, more supportive university environment that is attentive to everyone’s well-being. Students […]
On the Porto campus of the Universidade Católica Portuguesa, students, lecturers, specialists, members of the Rector’s Team, directors of academic units and partners gathered at the meeting “UCP2 Mental Health: what is changing in mental health and well-being at the Universidade Católica?”. Under the motto “What can we do now?”, Margarida Gaspar de Matos, professor at the Faculty of […]
Peer Mentoring values the active role of students who have been attending the University for longer – the mentors – in the integration and academic success of their colleagues who are just beginning their journey – the mentees. Mentors support and guide new students, sharing experiences, learning and strategies, in a close, informal and focused […]
On the day when Universidade Católica Portuguesa celebrates 58 years of mission, knowledge, and service, the institution paid tribute to two of its faculty members for their excellence in teaching and their contribution to the academic and human development of students. Bruno Cardoso and Sofia Menéres, professors at the Católica Medical School, were distinguished with the Pedagogical […]
If you have an innovative startup in the health sector, this is your chance to accelerate your business! During 4 intensive days (October 28th, October 29th and November 4th and November 5th), you’ll learn about Regulatory Affairs, Digital Transformation, Startup Finance, and much more. Plus, you’ll have an exclusive Speed Mentoring session with investors and […]
Universidade Católica Portuguesa in cooperation with Transform4Europe (T4EU), has just launched a new Programme for Early-Career Researchers, which will take place both online and in person in Lisbon, Portugal, from November 17th to 21th, 2025. Over the course of five days of intensive training, participants will engage in a wide range of seminars, masterclasses, and […]
According to Stanford University, the number of researchers from Universidade Católica Portuguesa (UCP) recognized in the global ranking of the most cited scientists has increased by 40% compared to the previous year. There are now 14 researchers honored in the 2025 edition of the “World’s Top 2% Scientists” list – compiled by Stanford University (USA) […]
The Hospital da Luz Learning Health, part of Luz Saúde and a valued partner of the Católica Luz Clinical Academic Centre, is celebrating its 10th anniversary. Over the past decade, it has become a reference in Portugal for healthcare training, clinical research, and innovation, marking this journey with remarkable milestones: the creation of the country’s […]
