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• Antenna Design
• Dielectric Lenses
• Transmit-arrays
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Jorge Rodrigues da Costa is a Full Professor at the Department of Information Science and Technology (ISTA), Instituto Universitário de Lisboa (ISCTE-IUL), where he also serves as Vice-Rector. He is a Senior Researcher and Coordinator of the Antenna and Propagation Group at the Institute of Telecommunications – IUL. His academic career is deeply rooted in electrical and computer engineering, with a focus on advanced antenna systems and propagation technologies. His educational background includes a Licenciado (1997) and Ph.D. (2002) in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Instituto Superior Técnico (IST), Lisbon, and an Agregação (2010) from ISCTE-IUL. He is a Senior Member of IEEE and has held editorial positions in top journals including IEEE Transactions on Antennas and Propagation and IEEE Open Journal of Antennas and Propagation. His research interests span antenna design (dielectric lenses, transmit-arrays, RFID, MIMO, UWB), biomedical applications (microwave imaging for breast cancer and bone fracture detection), and millimeter-wave systems for 5G, satellite, and beyond-6G communications. He has contributed over 200 publications, with extensive work in IEEE journals, and co-authored four patents. His recent publications (2023–2024) highlight advancements in environmental remote sensing (plastic litter detection), medical diagnostics (bone and breast imaging), and high-performance antenna systems (low-profile transmitarrays, beam steering, 3D-printed antennas). These works reflect a strong trend toward interdisciplinary research combining electromagnetics, biomedical engineering, and sustainable technologies. He has received recognition as a Senior Member of IEEE and has been actively involved in major European projects such as TERRAMETA, aimed at shaping future 6G technologies. Jorge Costa has supervised 7 PhD theses (as supervisor or co-supervisor), 26 MSc theses , and 7 research grants , demonstrating a strong commitment to academic mentorship. He has also led research teams in developing innovative antenna systems for satellite, medical, and 5G applications. His work is supported by affiliations with the Institute of Telecommunications and active collaboration with international research groups. He leads the Antenna and Propagation Group – Lx at IT Lisboa and contributes to the Wireless Technologies thematic line. His team is engaged in cutting-edge projects including microwave imaging systems, low-power cancer screening, and roadmap development for post-6G communications.

• Human-Robot Interaction
• Interactive Systems
• Space Exploration
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José Luís Silva is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Information Science and Technology (ISTA), University Institute of Lisbon (ISCTE-IUL), where he has been a faculty member since 2016. He is also a researcher at LARSyS and co-leader of the MEROP research team, with active participation in projects involving Airbus, the European Space Agency, and Mars analog missions (AMADEE-20, AMADEE-24). He is affiliated with ACM Europe Technology Policy Committee and IFIP TC 13 Working Group 13.2. PhD in Computer Engineering, MAP-i Consortium (2012) Postdoctoral Fellowship, IRIT, University of Toulouse (2013) Bachelor's in Systems and Computer Engineering, University of Minho (2007) His research focuses on Human-Robot Interaction , Interactive Systems , and Space Exploration , particularly in teleoperation interfaces, haptic feedback, and augmented reality for planetary exploration. He has advised over 25 Master’s and PhD students, with recent works emphasizing situation awareness, physiological adaptation, and pseudo-haptics in remote operations. His publications span top venues like IEEE Access, ACM HRI, and INTERACT, with recent trends highlighting adaptive interfaces , latency compensation , and immersive teleoperation . He has led work on predictive digital twins, emotion-aware UIs, and robot-agnostic augmented interfaces for Mars analog missions. ISCTE-IUL Scientific Awards Doctoral Prize, Fraunhofer Portugal Challenge José Luís Silva has supervised numerous graduate students and contributed to educational initiatives in programming and human-centered software engineering. He has also been involved in national and international research projects, including collaborations with Carnegie Mellon University, Georgia Tech, and Newcastle University. His work integrates human factors into robotic systems, particularly in extreme environments such as space. He leads the MEROP team, focusing on human-centered robotics and interactive computing systems.

• Building Automation
• Energy Management
• Query Optimization
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Paulo Carreira is an Associate Professor at Instituto Superior Técnico , Universidade de Lisboa. His research focuses on Building Automation , Energy Management , and Data Integration , with a particular emphasis on Smart Urban Environments and Cyber-Physical Systems . Fields: Building Automation, Energy Management, Data Privacy, Query Optimization, ETL, Streaming Query Processing Research Trends : His recent work spans from SQL Injection Attacks in LLM-integrated systems to Multi-Paradigm Modeling for Cyber-Physical Systems. Publications highlight his expertise in Energy Efficiency in buildings and BIM Integration with real-time data. Scientific Awards : Best Student Paper Award Nomination for Best Paper Award

Inês Boavida PortugalView profile

Assistant Professor

• Geography
• Tourism
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
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Inês Boavida Portugal is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Geography and Territorial Planning (IGOT), University of Lisbon, specializing in geography and urban planning. Her work bridges Geographic Information Systems (GIS), agent-based modeling, and tourism research with a focus on participatory methods and biosensing technologies. Education: PhD in Geography (2016) from IGOT, University of Lisbon MSc in Territorial Management with specialization in Remote Sensing and GIS (2010) from NOVA University Lisbon BSc in Geography and Regional Planning (2007) from NOVA University Lisbon Her research explores urban tourism dynamics, pedestrian flow analysis, and affective geographies through innovative methods like mobile biosensing and social force modeling. Recent publications address digital twins, crisis communication during the pandemic, and the integration of GIS with behavioral analysis. Key trends in her work include: Smart tourism systems using geospatial data Crowd simulation for event safety Emotional mapping of public spaces Sustainable urban planning frameworks Agent-based modeling of destination decision-making She contributes to projects like UrBio, which uses participatory biosensing to identify affective geographies and memory sites. Her methodological focus spans GIS, spatial-temporal analysis, and multi-agent systems.

• High-Performance Computing
• Parallel Computing
• Heterogeneous Computing
• +7 more

Alberto José Gonçalves Carvalho Proença serves as Full Professor in the Department of Informatics at the School of Engineering, University of Minho, and holds the position of Senior Researcher with Dr. habil at Centro ALGORITMI. His academic career spans over 45 years, beginning at the University of Porto in 1976 before transitioning to the University of Minho in 1977 where he has remained ever since. His educational foundation includes: Licentiate in Electrical Engineering from Coimbra, Portugal (1976) MSc in Digital Electronics from UMIST, Manchester, UK (1979) PhD from Manchester, UK (1982) Dr. habil (Habilitation) from the University of Minho (1998) Professor Proença's research spans from digital electronics to cutting-edge high-performance computing, with core expertise in computer architecture, parallel computing, and heterogeneous computing systems. His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications across diverse domains including particle physics (LHC data analysis), forensic science (DNA library systems), materials science (crystallographic imaging), and cultural heritage preservation. Current research focuses on optimizing computational efficiency across heterogeneous resources for scientific applications, addressing challenges in big data processing, parallel random number generation, and scheduling algorithms for distributed environments. Throughout his career, Professor Proença has successfully supervised numerous MSc dissertations and PhD theses while contributing significantly to institutional computing infrastructure. He chaired the University Computer Centre for 17 years (1985-2002), establishing Portugal's first national parallel computing service. For 11 years (2006-2017), he led the Advanced Computing theme in the University of Texas at Austin-Portugal cooperation program. Since 2005, he has directed the university's SeARCH heterogeneous computing cluster, supporting research across multiple scientific disciplines. His research group has developed several influential frameworks including JaSkel (Java Skeleton-Based Framework for Cluster and Grid Computing), HEP-Frame (for LHC data analysis), Im2Cr (crystallographic imaging tool), and CROSS-Fire (risk management decision support system). These platforms demonstrate his commitment to translating theoretical advances into practical tools that address real-world scientific and societal challenges.

Luís Silvino Alves MarquesView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computational Physics
• Plasma Physics
• Materials Science
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Luís Silvino Alves Marques serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Minho, actively contributing to research at the Centre of Physics of the Universities of Minho and Porto. His work bridges fundamental computational physics with practical applications in materials science and biomedical engineering. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Physics, Technical University of Lisbon (2005) - Thesis: Simulation of radio frequency plasma reactors for materials processing Dr. Marques' research program emphasizes computational modeling across multiple domains: Plasma source modeling for biomedical, space, and industrial materials processing Advanced materials simulation including electronic structure calculations Development of polymeric devices for energy and healthcare applications Rational drug design targeting DENGUE and ZIKA viruses Implementation of computational methods: first principles, molecular dynamics, kinetic Monte-Carlo, and finite difference techniques He maintains critical infrastructure responsibilities as the manager of high-performance computing clusters at the UMinho Physics Center, enabling large-scale simulations across research groups. His methodology integrates Dissipative Particle Dynamics and finite volume methods to solve complex multi-physics problems, demonstrating consistent focus on translating computational models into tangible technological solutions.

• Computer Science
• Formal Methods
• Programming Languages
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André de Matos Pedro is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Beira Interior. He teaches courses including Teoria da Computação (Theory of Computation), Programação Funcional (Functional Programming), and Segurança e Fiabilidade de Software (Software Security and Reliability). His research focuses on formal methods, runtime verification, and programming language theory. His publication record shows consistent focus on formal verification methods applied to real-time and embedded systems. Recent work emphasizes runtime monitoring frameworks, SAT/SMT-based verification techniques, and applications in safety-critical domains like autopilot systems. The research trajectory demonstrates increasing emphasis on practical applications of temporal logic and co-simulation testing platforms.

• Aerial Robotics
• Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)
• Remote Sensing
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João Pedro Matos-Carvalho is an Assistant Professor at Lusófona University in Lisbon, affiliated with the School of Engineering and the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. He is also an Integrated Member of the Center of Technology and Systems (CTS) at UNINOVA and COPELABS, Lusófona University, contributing to interdisciplinary research in robotics and intelligent systems. Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, FCT NOVA (2021) M.Sc. (Hons.) in Electrical and Computer Engineering, FCT NOVA (2017) His research focuses on aerial robotics, machine learning, remote sensing, and sensor networks, with applications in UAV navigation, precision agriculture, environmental monitoring, and embedded AI. He has made significant contributions to GPS-denied navigation, multispectral imaging, and AI-driven signal processing. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in integrating deep learning with real-world engineering systems, particularly in UAV autonomy, IoT, and human-centric applications like fall detection and online learning analysis. His work spans algorithm design, software development, and practical deployment in complex environments. Best Paper Award at IEEE Conference (2018) Distinguished Paper Award by LASIGE at FCUL (2021) Best Poster Presentation Award at International Complex Systems and Their Applications Conference (2023) He has secured the competitive Scientific Employment Stimulus (CEEC) grant from FCT and has advised or collaborated on multiple research projects. He has guest-edited special issues in journals such as Drones and Frotiers in Computer Science , and serves as a reviewer for leading scientific journals. He leads the development of open-source tools like AutoNAV and Raster Forge, supporting simulation and geospatial analysis. He is actively involved in research teams at CTS-UNINOVA and COPELABS, focusing on intelligent systems, aerial robotics, and data fusion. His lab work emphasizes practical UAV platforms, sensor integration, and AI deployment in real-time systems.

Dinis O. AbranchesView profile

Researcher

• Artificial Intelligence
• Computational Chemistry
• Thermodynamics
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Dinis O. Abranches serves as an Assistant Researcher in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Aveiro, Portugal, conducting research within the G6 - Virtual Materials and Artificial Intelligence group at CICECO (Aveiro Institute of Materials). His work bridges computational chemistry, artificial intelligence, and sustainable materials engineering with institutional recognition evidenced by CICECO's 37 positions in Stanford's 2024 World's Top 2% Scientists list. His academic credentials include: PhD in Chemical Engineering, University of Notre Dame (2024, GPA 4.0/4.0) MSc in Chemical Engineering, University of Notre Dame (2023, GPA 4.0/4.0) MSc in Chemical Engineering, University of Aveiro (2020, GPA 19/20) BSc in Chemical Engineering, University of Aveiro (2018, GPA 19/20) Dr. Abranches' research program pioneers the integration of machine learning with thermodynamic modeling to design sustainable solvents, focusing on deep eutectic solvents, ionic liquids, and hydrotropes. His work targets critical applications in battery recycling, pharmaceutical formulation, and biomass valorization through non-covalent interaction engineering and physicochemical property prediction. This interdisciplinary approach positions him at the convergence of AI-driven materials discovery and green chemistry innovation. Analysis of his 2024-2025 publications reveals dominant themes in AI-enhanced solvent characterization, with 80% of recent work focusing on deep eutectic systems. Key methodological trends include sigma profile-based digital chemical spaces, vibrational spectroscopy validation, and active learning for high-throughput experimentation. Application areas span energy storage (redox behavior studies), pharmaceuticals (antimalarial DES design), and circular economy (lignin dissolution), demonstrating consistent translation from computational prediction to experimental validation. He actively supervises PhD candidate Rafael Alexandre Farinha Serrano and contributes to the European Commission's REVITALISE project, which develops novel recycling methodologies for lithium-ion and sodium-ion batteries through: High-purity pre-treatment of low-value battery components Direct recycling approaches for cathode materials Green hydrometallurgical extraction processes As a core member of CICECO's G6 research group, he participates in cutting-edge initiatives at the AI-materials science interface, including ERC-funded programs on AI for materials science and contributions to Nobel-recognized protein design methodologies. The group's work aligns with 2024 Nobel Prize themes in Chemistry and Physics through computational solvent design and machine learning applications.

Miguel MatosView profile

Assistant Professor

• Persistent Memory
• Blockchain Scalability
• Systems Evaluation
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Miguel Matos is an Assistant Professor at Instituto Superior Técnico (IST) of Universidade de Lisboa and a Researcher at INESC-ID's Distributed Systems Group. His research focuses on Persistent Memory systems, blockchain scalability, distributed systems evaluation, and database performance. He has led major projects such as Angainor (reproducible evaluation tools) and ACT-PM (crash-consistency testing). Research interests include exploring persistent memory's challenges, blockchain Layer-2 limitations, automated bug detection (HawkSet, Mumak), and decentralized network emulation (Kollaps). He has received awards like the Gilles Muller Best Artefact Award at EuroSys 2025 and Best Paper Awards at DAIS 2017 and IPDPS 2012. He coordinates multi-million Euro grants including EU's Qualichain and national FCT projects. Teaching includes courses like 'Highly Dependable Systems' and 'Large-Scale Systems Engineering' at IST. His work bridges academia and industry, collaborating with startups like MIMA Housing and LeanXcale.

Miguel Pupo CorreiaView profile

Professor

• Cybersecurity
• Distributed Systems
• Blockchain Technology
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Miguel Pupo Correia is a Full Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Instituto Superior Técnico, University of Lisbon. He serves as President of the Executive Committee of INESC-ID and is a researcher in the Distributed, Parallel and Secure Systems (DPSS) group. He represents Portugal in the European Blockchain Partnership (EBP) and holds roles in Associação .PT. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Lisbon Faculty of Sciences. His research focuses on cybersecurity, dependability in distributed systems, and their applications in blockchain, cloud, and mobile environments. Key projects include TRUSTyFOOD, BIG, and MAFTIA, among others. He is an Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Computers and a Senior Member of IEEE. His work spans blockchain interoperability, secure cloud storage, intrusion detection, and fault-tolerant algorithms. Notable contributions include BlockSim (a blockchain simulator) and SRX (SGX data recovery). He has over 200 publications and leads initiatives like BLOCKCHAIN.PT to advance Portugal’s blockchain adoption.

Ekin IlsevenView profile

Assistant Professor

• Organizational Resilience
• Strategic Management
• Complex Adaptive Systems
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Ekin Ilseven is an Assistant Professor of Strategy and Organizations at Católica-Lisbon School of Business and Economics. He holds a PhD in Management from INSEAD and an MSc in Physics from ETH Zurich, positioning him at the intersection of science and management. His academic home is the Department of Strategy and Organizations within the School of Business and Economics. His research focuses on organizational resilience , exploring how organizations can be designed to withstand unexpected shocks. Drawing from a Complex Adaptive Systems perspective, he develops multi-level dynamic models to uncover the sources of resilience and the strategic trade-offs involved. His methodological toolkit includes formal modeling, simulations, and machine learning/AI techniques for data analysis. He is also inspired by thinkers such as Harrison White and Douglas Hofstadter, integrating insights from complex systems theory into strategic management. His recent publications in Strategic Management Journal and Journal of Organization Design examine conflict-free organizational growth and the measurement of resilience as a performance outcome. His earlier work in physics, published in PNAS and Physical Review E , explored viscous electron flows and computational models for general relativity, showcasing a deep analytical foundation. His research trends indicate a strong focus on resilience, organizational design, and the application of computational and physical models to social systems. He has been recognized with a nomination as a finalist in the INFORMS/Organization Science Dissertation Proposal Competition. Finalist, INFORMS/Organization Science Dissertation Proposal Competition He advises local municipalities in Turkey on building disaster resilience, with an emphasis on private-public collaborations. His work bridges theoretical rigor with practical application, aiming to generate actionable insights for organizational design and strategic planning in uncertain environments. He does not appear to lead a named lab or team, but his research in progress includes topics like organizational learning and business ecosystem resilience.

• Electrical Engineering
• Circuit Theory
• Biomedical Engineering
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Dr. Teresa Maria Canavarro Menéres Mendes de Almeida is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Instituto Superior Técnico (University of Lisbon), and a researcher at INESC-ID. She specializes in circuit theory, signal processing, and biosensor technologies. Her teaching focuses on core electrical engineering courses such as Circuit Analysis, Analog/Digital Filters, and Electronics fundamentals, for which she has received multiple teaching excellence awards from the IST Pedagogical Council (2013-2019). Her research interests span resistive circuits, magnetoresistive biosensors, and biochip-based microsystems. She has developed educational materials like problem sets and lecture slides on filters and circuits, alongside applied work in biomedical embedded systems and sensor modeling. Collaborations include projects on portable biosensing platforms and noise analysis in biochip elements. Notable achievements include a series of teaching excellence awards highlighted for courses like 'Circuit Theory and Fundamentals of Electronics' and 'Analog and Digital Filters.' Her work bridges theoretical circuit analysis with practical applications in biomedical engineering and digital signal processing.

• Structural Engineering
• Concrete Structures
• Fire Safety Engineering
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João Pedro Lage da Costa Firmo serves as an Assistant Professor at Instituto Superior Técnico, University of Lisbon, within the CERIS research unit focused on Civil Engineering Research and Innovation for Sustainability. He teaches core courses including Concrete Structures I & II, Rehabilitation and Reinforcement of Structures, Composites for Civil Engineering Structures, and Advanced Topics in Construction and Rehabilitation, reflecting his expertise in structural engineering and sustainable infrastructure. His research centers on fire safety of concrete structures reinforced with fiber-reinforced polymers (FRP), particularly glass (GFRP) and carbon (CFRP) composites. Key investigations include mechanical property degradation of FRP at elevated temperatures, bond behavior between FRP and concrete under fire exposure, and development of fire protection systems for FRP-strengthened elements. His methodology integrates experimental fire testing with advanced numerical simulations to establish predictive models for structural fire resistance. Analysis of his publication trends reveals consistent focus on GFRP-reinforced concrete fire performance, CFRP strengthening system reliability under thermal stress, and thermophysical property calibration for fire modeling materials. His work addresses critical gaps in fire-safe composite applications, emphasizing practical solutions for structural rehabilitation and innovative fire protection techniques in civil engineering.

Pedro AlmeidaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Low-Temperature Plasma Physics
• Corona and Streamer Discharges
• Self-Organization Patterns
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Pedro Almeida is an Assistant Professor with Agregação at the University of Madeira, where he leads the High Pressure Plasmas Group at Instituto de Plasmas e Fusão Nuclear (IPFN). He also serves as Vice-President of the Faculty of Exact Sciences and Engineering and as a member of the IPFN Administration Board. His academic career spans roles from Scientific Initiation Fellow (2000) to Assistant Professor with Agregação (2023). BSc in Physics (2001, University of Madeira) MSc-equivalent: Provas de Aptidão Pedagógica e Capacidade Científica (2006, University of Madeira) PhD in Physics (2011, University of Madeira) Agregação (2023, University of Madeira) Almeida’s research focuses on plasma discharges , particularly corona/streamer discharges , self-organized cathode spots , and breakdown phenomena in gases and vacuum. His work combines theoretical modeling with computational tools like COMSOL Multiphysics to study discharge stability and applications in energy systems. His 15 most recent publications (2025-2017) emphasize numerical simulations of low-current discharges , self-organization , and electric field dynamics . Key themes include corona stability , cathode spot prevention , and validation of theoretical criteria for discharge ignition. He has participated in research projects funded by FCT , Siemens Corporate Research , and European Union programs like COST and ERDF. Notably, he led the PlasMa project (2019-2021) as Principal Researcher and contributed to industrial modeling for high-voltage systems.