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NOVA Startup Competition 2025

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NEXT EVENT: July 30th 2025 at NOVA Rectorate

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The final of the NOVA Startup Competition 2025 has been scheduled, and it is time to select the university start-up that will represent NOVA at the grand European final of Stage Two on 30 October in Berlin.

The best university start-ups in Europe will come together for this event, where they will have the opportunity to present their innovative solutions to leading investors, receive specialised mentoring and join a high-potential European network.

Applications for the national competition are open until 24 July.

Further information and application details can be found here.

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This initiative is open to teams that include at least one member affiliated with NOVA University—such as a student, alumnus, professor, or researcher. The technology or scientific innovation underlying the project must have been developed, at least in part, at NOVA.

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Deadline for Registration and Business plan/Pitch deck submission: July 24th, 2025;

Communication of selected Ideas: July 28th, 2025;

Final Pitch – at the Rectorate NOVA University Lisbon: July 30st, 2025 | 2.30 – 5 pm.

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EUTOPIA Innovation Challenges for Researchers

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NEXT EVENT: May 5-9th 2025

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From 5 to 9 May 2025, NOVA University Lisbon will host the EUTOPIA MORE Innovation Challenges for Researchers. Over five days, researchers from EUTOPIA partner universities will gather in the Campolide Campus to tackle real-world challenges related to the ocean — an area of strategic importance both to NOVA’s scientific community and to the city itself. 

The initiative aims to promote multidisciplinary collaboration and develop innovative solutions with real impact on the public and private sectors. Throughout the programme, participants will work in diverse teams, bringing together researchers from different fields and institutions, and collaborating directly with external stakeholders. 

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The event is open to researchers from all NOVA schools — from PhD students to senior researchers — who are interested in joining an international collaborative project and contributing to social change and ocean innovation. 

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5-9th May 2025

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NOVA Matchmaking Event

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NEXT EVENT: April 30th 2024 at NOVA Rectorate

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This is the perfect opportunity to meet students from all other schools from NOVA who share the energy and passion for entrepreneurial projects and hold different backgrounds, skills and knowledge.

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For all NOVA students across all academic units who are seeking a team for their own project or would like to join a youthful and dynamic project.

Find your dream team!

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The next Matchmaking Event will take place at the NOVA University Lisbon Rectorate (Campus de Campolide) on April 30th, from 6:00PM to 7:30PM.

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Check out what happened in previous events!

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ImPact @ NOVA: Software+AI | Powered by J. Pereira da Cruz

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 March 6th, 2024 | NOVA University Lisbon Rectorate (Campolide Campus)

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To raise awareness within the NOVA community concerning the potentials and legal intricacies surrounding intellectual property (IP), the objective of this workshop is to convene those who are closely tied to the software, AI, and computer science domains, as well as others who develop software-based solutions. Special emphasis is placed on scientists, researchers, and both academic and non-academic staff, aiming to impart insights into the significance of IP in their endeavours and projects, while equipping them with fundamental knowledge on the subject.

Additionally, the event aims to clarify NOVA's academic community on its policies and internal procedures, providing valuable insights into best practices and practical tips. 

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Innovative, passionate, and creative individuals play a fundamental role in propelling progress towards a better and more sustainable future. The safeguarding of intellectual property (IP) becomes paramount in fostering the development of cutting-edge solutions in software and artificial intelligence (AI), with profound societal impacts. Just as in other industries, comprehending the implications and advantages of IP is central in this dynamic field. Intellectual capital thus emerges as a cornerstone in this landscape, underscoring the critical need to grasp the ramifications and benefits of IP. 

Within NOVA’s ecosystem, the recognition of impact creation in the software and AI industries is pivotal. To empower researchers and staff in this realm, our workshop delves into the intricacies of IP, offering valuable insights and addressing pertinent questions. Recent technological advancements have birthed innovative tools with diverse applications in software and AI, revolutionizing research paradigms. These advancements usher in novel methods for information exchange among users and developers, along with innovative technical solutions tailored for specific applications. 

Throughout the workshop, participants will gain an in-depth understanding of various intellectual property types and their relevance to the software and AI sectors. Practical insights into strategies aimed at safeguarding intellectual property and capitalizing on research outcomes will also be provided. 

Real-world case studies and open discussions will allow participants to delve into specific IP challenges faced by academic researchers in the software and AI industries. By the workshop's conclusion, attendees will depart with a heightened appreciation for intellectual property's significance in academic research, armed with practical strategies for safeguarding and commercializing their innovative endeavours. 

Participants are invited to bring their own use cases to be discussed.

 

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March 6th, 2024 @ NOVA University Lisbon Rectorate (Campolide Campus), from 14h00 to 18h00.

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CAPSEL – Cellulose Aluminium Polymer multi-ions composite Solid-electrolyte and Capacitors [NI-TECH-2020-18]

CAPSEL is a low cost and efficient cellulose aluminium polymer multi-ions solid electrolyte, with ionic conductivity in the range of 0,1-10 mS/cm. (more…)

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Innovative one-pot method for synthesis of a chemical building block in human healthcare, from succinic acid in carbon dioxide and ionic liquid media. [NI-TECH-2020-27]

A new method to produce a chemical compound named  9-Thiabicyclo[3.3.1]nonane-2,6-dione in a one-pot process was invented. (more…)

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