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Registrations for Lispolis Ignite is officially open!

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 […]

First-time Researchers Academy

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 […]

Professor Paula Ravasco in the World’s Top Ranked Most-Cited Researchers

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) […]

Congratulations to Hospital da Luz Learning Health!

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 […]

Atlantic Health Wellness Summit – Professor João Pereira (Católica Medical School) and José Germano de Sousa (CAC-CL)

On October 10th and 11th, the Alfândega do Porto will host the second edition of the Atlantic Health Wellness Summit – a gathering that brings together innovation, science, and humanism to rethink the future of health and wellness. Also attending this event as speakers will be Professor João Pereira – Associate Professor and Executive Director […]

Applications for the FORWARD!25 Pre-Acceleration Program close on October 5th!

This is a pre-acceleration program that helps you transform your vision into a working prototype – and positions you for accelerators and investors. The program combines hands-on workshops, expert mentorship, and intensive pitch practice, with a strong focus on prototype development. Sessions will be a mix of in-person meetups at Católica and online sessions, ensuring […]

Fellowship of our Executive Director Ana Rita Constante at the University of Iowa School of Medicine

The Católica Luz Clinical Academic Centre is pleased to announce that its Executive Director, Ana Rita Constante, has officially started a fellowship at the School of Medicine within the University of Iowa in Iowa City, under the supervision of Michael Tomasson, from September 15th to October 2nd, 2025. During this fellowship, Ana Rita Constante will […]

First Week – YTILI | Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative

Between September 8th and 13th, our Executive Director Ana Rita Constante joined 49 European leaders for the start of the YTILI | Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative 2025 Fellowship in Boston. The program combined leadership development sessions with participation in Startup Boston Week 2025, featuring workshops on organizational culture, leadership values, adaptability, and team building, as well […]

Our Executive Director, Ana Rita Constante will be one of the speakers at the Innovating Health Together Conference 2025!

Our Executive Director, Ana Rita Constante is one of the speakers of this incredible event about innovation and entrepreneurship in healthcare! The panel featuring Dra. Ana Rita Constante is scheduled for October 29th at 12:00 PM, under the theme “Tech for Care: Digital Solutions in Daily Clinical Practice.” She will join the discussion alongside Inês […]

Online Course Project ELEVATE – INSPIRE, CREATE & ELEVATE

INSPIRE, CREATE AND ELEVATE: Co-create the future through interdisciplinary entrepreneurship The online course INSPIRE, CREATE AND ELEVATE offers an exciting journey of discovery and learning! This international and multidisciplinary unique course is designed to train future entrepreneurs across diverse knowledge areas – food biotechnology, biomedicine, artificial intelligence, and the creative and cultural industries. The main […]