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40 years of experience in R&D and technology transfer. Creating a fulfilling and sustainable future through impactful Science, Technology and Innovation.

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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
How can robotics, AI and data help emergency teams respond faster to disasters? Through the European project Overwatch, INESC TEC contributed to developing decision-support tools that integrate satellite data, drone imagery, communications and more. Read all about it: t.ly/JPTxC
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Response to disaster situations in contexts of extreme climate events drew on contributions from INESC TEC
Leveraging robotic solutions, data collection and processing, Artificial Intelligence and communications to address scientific and technological challenges - and, through these tools, making society m...
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
What if ocean digital twins could talk to each other? 🌊 That’s exactly what interoperability makes possible and it’s at the core of the work developed by #INESCTEC within European initiatives on digital ocean systems. 👉 From shared data to reusable models, know all the details here: t.ly/Zw83G
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Interoperability of ocean digital twins featuring INESC TEC
From Brussels to Glasgow, INESC TEC boosted advances in interoperability and portability of models, services, processes and data associated with
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
🖥️TU Delft hosted the global Information Retrieval community at ECIR 2026, bringing together 500 experts to explore search & recommendation models, LLM integration, and the future of evaluation and efficiency. #INESCTEC made a strong mark at the conference and you can read about it 👉 t.ly/XIGfY
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Imagine you're a Port wine producer at harvest time. The wine is good and there’s a fair price on the table. Do you sell now? 🧐 Or do you store it for years, hoping it gains value, while taking on storage costs, risks, and market uncertainty? This real-world dilemma is explored here: t.ly/w9yCY
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
💭 Remember CitiLink, the project aimed at transforming municipal meeting minutes into structured and easily accessible information? Well, the Artificial Intelligence models are now easily accessible, opening the doors to collaboration and the continuous evolution of solutions. 📌 More: t.ly/SGHXh
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
Can science help shape better public policies? Through the CMU Portugal Program, #INESCTEC brought together researchers, policymakers, and international experts to explore how AI, clean energy, and emerging technologies can help tackle real societal challenges. 📌Know more: t.ly/Lskz5
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Can science change public policy? INESC TEC hosted an international discussion to find out
In late March, INESC TEC hosted the international workshop Shaping the Future: Strategic Collaboration in Technology and Public Policy, an initiative promoted within
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Industrial robotics is moving away from complexity and closed systems. The MOBOT 2.0 project, led by #INESCTEC, is developing a new generation of mobile manipulators designed for real industry. The goal? Robots that operators can “teach” intuitively, without advanced programming. 📌: t.ly/uVoxE
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INESC TEC develops robotic solution to simplify industrial automation
Complex, expensive and difficult to program: this is how many companies still perceive industrial robots. The MOBOT 2.0 project, bringing
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
🩺 How can Artificial Intelligence transform occupational health? #INESCTE recently hosted an international workshop bringing together researchers to discuss the role of AI in developing intelligent tools for monitoring and supporting workers’ health, safety, and performance. Know more: t.ly/jTKyK
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INESC TEC hosted debate on the role of AI in occupational health
The event brought together researchers from the Department of Psychology at the Technical University of Dresden and Deutsche Bahn, the
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
Recently, #INESCTEC was part of a Portuguese delegation to Norway to discuss opportunities for collaboration in the area of ​​ocean aquaculture. 🌍🐟 This mission reinforced the close relationship between the two countries through science, innovation. Learn more 🔗 t.ly/CiCuT
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“Deep” in offshore aquaculture, INESCTEC.OCEAN joined Secretary of State for Fisheries and the Sea to reinforce Portugal–N
At the invitation of the Norwegian Embassy, a team from INESCTEC.OCEAN joined a Portuguese delegation led by the Secretary of
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
The finest examples of Portuguese female entrepreneurship were in the spotlight at the Enterprise Europe Network event hosted by #INESCTEC. This was as opportunity for sharing, raising profiles and international collaboration, drawing on experiences and offering valuable advice. More: t.ly/yhNCk
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A “springboard” to Europe: INESC TEC supports women entrepreneurs – and this event showed how
INESC TEC hosted an event from the Enterprise Europe Network, which connects companies to international markets. Over the course of
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
The pursuit of excellence in research continues at #INESCTEC .The achievements of our PhD students are a clear reflection of that commitment. Today we’re highlighting the research of Mariana Sousa, focused on consumer behaviour and willingness to pay for perishable products. Take a listen 🎧
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
✈️ From digital twins to intelligent logistics #INESCTEC showcased cutting-edge technologies at Hannover Messe. Over four days, our researchers demonstrated how AI, automation and smart industrial systems can help shape more efficient, sustainable and connected logistics ops. Read more: t.ly/oalO_
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INESC TEC participated in the world’s largest industrial trade fair
More than 110,000 visitors from around the world attended Hannover Messe, the leading global trade fair dedicated to manufacturing industry,
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
On #EuropeanDoctoralDay, we celebrate those who transform knowledge into impact. At #INESCTEC, these journeys are an opportunity to bridge theory with practice, foster collaboration between academia and industry, and develop tailored solutions. Today, we recognise all doctoral students. 🤍
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
💥 You heard it right: the new season of the Science Bits podcast is here. Part 1 of episode #1 is live now - and part 2 is coming soon. Follow the link in bio to explore the themes discussed by João Peças Lopes and SCOM’s Sofia Maciel. 🎧 Full episode: t.ly/JWdEl
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
At INESC TEC, every project tells a story - and Rita helps bring it to life ✨ Through her work, she turns innovation into real impact, always with curiosity for understanding the story behind each technology and attention to detail Read Rita's story: t.ly/kI8I0
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Rita’s “purchases” tell the story of INESC TEC
There’s probably not a single lab at INESC TEC without a “purchase” from Rita Barros, Head of the Legal Support Service; she’s seen how Law
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
From Porto to the international podium 🌍✨ The SPIE Student Chapter supported by #INESCTEC earned global recognition in optics and photonics, reinforcing Portugal’s growing impact in cutting-edge photonics research and innovation. Know more: t.ly/r76GO
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INESC TEC on the global optics and photonics stage: SPIE Chapter secures international podium finish
In 2012, a group of students came together to create the first Chapter (the name given to a local, national branch) of SPIE - International Society
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
INESC TEC turns 41! 41 years ago, #INESCTEC began with a simple but powerful idea: that knowledge should move, grow, and make a difference in the world. Today, as we mark our 41st anniversary, that belief feels more relevant than ever. Here’s to everyone who has been part of this journey.
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
⚡ Are we living through the biggest shift in the history of energy? #INESCTEC researcher Ricardo Bessa was one of the featured guests on an episode of Hora de Agir (RTP), exploring how technology can accelerate the transition to a renewable-based energy system. Full Episode here 🔗 t.ly/Bqt2T
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Hora de Agir
A transição para um novo mix energético - Hora de Agir é um programa do Fórum da Energia e Clima que tem como objetivo unir a voz da ciência, po
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
In textile #manufacturing, a defect found too late means wasted material, lost time, and rising costs. #INESCTEC researchers, Artur Carvalho and Vera Migueis, explored how deep learning can improve defect detection, making it faster, and more reliable and less manual dependent. More 🔗 t.ly/NPlU9
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Image by image, computer vision is helping to reduce waste in the textile industry – with INESC TEC’s collaboration
The application of automatic image recognition techniques in garment production (particularly for defect detection) is not new, although it has faced a
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
👇 Meet Nuno Faria! This #INESCTEC researcher has joined the board of the Graph Data Council (GDC), a leading international organisation in the field of graph databases. Faria, who is also a guest lecturer at the Universidade do Minho, is the only Portuguese member on the board. 📌More: t.ly/3258s
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INESC TEC researcher joins board of international graph database organisation
Nuno Faria, a researcher at INESC TEC, has joined the board of the Graph Data Council (GDC), a leading international
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
☀️ Electric vehicles with solar panels? It is possible! The SOLAR-MOVE project, in which #INESCTEC takes part, aims to develop, integrate and demonstrate photovoltaic (PV) solutions in electric vehicles, as well as in charging infrastructures. 🖇️ Know how here: t.ly/eKJoY
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Vehicles of the future equipped with solar panels
Electric vehicles with solar panels? It is possible - and INESC TEC is involved. The European project SOLAR-MOVE aims to
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
At #INESCTEC, our work goes hand in hand with freedom. The freedom to take knowledge further and push new boundaries - which can be overcome by those who dare to embrace this freedom. On this Freedom Day, we asked our community how they interpret the connection between freedom and science.
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Big news from #INESCTEC 🔬✨ Our photonics team just earned international recognition in laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy, securing 2nd place at EMSLIBS 2025!💡 The result further cements INESC TEC’s position in the field, and the team’s solution made it into a paper (soon). 🖇️ More: t.ly/OUId1
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INESC TEC earned international recognition in the field of laser-induced spectroscopy
INESC TEC was once again represented at EMSLIBS, a leading biennial international scientific conference dedicated to the advancement and application
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
💧 What lies beneath the surface of water is often far more complex than what we see. A new #INESCTEC #Spotlight explores how water systems hide stories of scarcity, excess, pollution, and untapped potential. Don't miss it! 🔗 t.ly/GMILJ
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Beneath the surface: everything water hides
We are in Spring. January is gone, along with statistics and events that persistently linger in memory. It rained like
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Did you know that #INESCTEC is among the authors of a European position paper exploring the importance of virtual worlds technologies for defence applications? Through our researcher Fernando Cassola, we contributed to the Position Paper on Virtual Worlds Technologies for Defence. Here👇 t.ly/72Ntg
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INESC TEC among the authors of new position paper on the importance of virtual worlds for European defence
Position Paper on Virtual Worlds Technologies for Defence is INESC TEC’s latest contribution to European public policy. The document, now
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
😴🚗 What if your car could tell you you're getting sleepy… before it’s too late? 🏆 A recent study, involving #INESCTEC , was awarded Best CRUSOE Paper at an international conference, and explores how early signs of driver fatigue can be detect before the risk of a crash. Know more: t.ly/RFPxD
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Drowsy driving? New study involving INESC TEC advances accident prevention
Drowsiness at the wheel is one of the leading causes of road accidents. But what if it were possible to
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Ana Simões always takes #INESCTEC further: it’s a way of being. “Creating impact, being with people, contributing to their improvement and growing alongside them.” With an infectious laugh 😄, she is always looking to “embrace the next challenge", like her recent time in Sweden. 📌 More: t.ly/gCWeR
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Ana Simões always takes INESC TEC further: it’s a way of being
“Creating impact, being with people, contributing to their improvement and growing alongside them.” Ana Simões has never strayed from this path. With an
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
🌐 A cable that helped wire the world is coming to an end. TAT-8 carried global communications across the Atlantic for years. Now, its removal marks the end of an era. Could AI accelerate the need for new subsea networks? Our #INESCTECWatch dives into the future of global connectivity: t.ly/kWcIe
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
At Stanford University, leaders from academia, industry, and policy met to tackle one defining challenge: how to move faster and smarter through the digital and energy transitions and #INESCTEC was part of that conversation. Learn more about the takeaways of this meeting 🔗 t.ly/zBbXX
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INESC TEC takes part in high-level discussion on digital and energy transition at Stanford University
Portugal and the United States of America (USA) came together to discuss the digital and energy transition, bringing academia, industry,
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
00 experts. 20+ countries. One urgent topic: how to rethink operations and supply chains in a world shaped by polycrisis 🌍. That was the focus of the 13th EurOMA Sustainable Operations and Supply Chains Forum 2026, hosted in Porto by #INESCTEC and Porto Business School. More here 🔗 t.ly/GJtl4
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International forum explored regenerative operations and supply chains in a world facing a “polycrisis”
INESC TEC and Porto Business School brought together around 200 experts from more than 20 countries to Portugal to discuss
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
There’s something special about seeing months of work come to life ✨ From April 23–25, #INESCTEC will be in Barcelos for the Festival Nacional de Robótica, and more than anything, this is about people: the students, the late nights, the testing, the small wins (and setbacks). All here: t.ly/yar4Q
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Future networks: faster, smarter and more aware. PRIVATEER is building these systems with privacy by design, so innovation doesn’t come at the cost of your data. Our researcher João P. Vilela breaks it down on 90 Minutos de Ciência. Listen here 📻 t.ly/puDCN
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
What if underwater fibre optic cables could do more than power the Internet? 🌊 In the OBSERVA project, researchers combined Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS), physical models, and machine learning to detect, monitor, and classify vessels using existing submarine cables. Know more: t.ly/tT-rO
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INESC TEC demonstrates how underwater cables can monitor maritime traffic
What if underwater fibre optic cables could not only “listen” to ships, but also estimate their speed and trajectory? While
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Have you heard about Bruno Georgevich, Bianca Banica and Artur Cordeiro? 👇 Three researchers. Three PhDs. One shared impact at #INESCTEC. From AI and Robotics to Energy Systems and Industrial Engineering, their work reflect the power of research to solve real challenges.👏 Learn more: t.ly/xnoFz
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From robotics to citizen engagement in the energy transition: INESC TEC marks new PhDs
Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, Energy Systems, and Systems Engineering and Management; there are new completed PhDs in these domains at INESC TEC. This achievement reinforces the institution’s relationship with academia and the commitme
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Innovation it's not just technology. It needs collaboration 🤝 #INESCTEC and ANACOM - Autoridade Nacional de Comunicações have joined forces to shape the future of communications, space and the digital ecosystem. Impact happens when science and policy move forward together. Curious?🔗 t.ly/Q1ibP
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INESC TEC and ANACOM signed collaboration agreement in communications, space activities and the digital ecosystem
Development of studies and surveys, scientific projects, and training initiatives and the design of best practices are among the actions
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
⚡🇵🇹 Portugal is powering up for the #AI era #INESCTEC has developed a tool that pinpoints exactly where large-scale data centres can connect to the grid, safely and efficiently. With multi-billion investments on the horizon, this kind of solution could be a real game changer. More 👉 t.ly/jSDDO
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INESC TEC developed a tool capable of identifying the best locations for the installation of large-scale data centres
Portugal is increasingly establishing itself as an interesting destination for the installation of large-scale data centres and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
🔋How does #INESCTEC aim to shape the future of the energy sector? We’ve been working with international communities to rethink how AI can be safely and effectively integrated into the energy systems we all rely on every day. Three peer-reviewed papers explore it all. Read More 🔗 t.ly/2WGRJ
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How does INESC TEC aim to shape the future of the energy sector?
From academia to industry, INESC TEC has been collaborating with several international communities to define a strategic R&D roadmap for
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
What does digital transformation actually look like on the factory floor? 🏭 #INESCTEC took part in the Navigator Digital Forum, where we showcased our expertise in advanced simulation, dynamic factory layout, mobile robotics and computer vision, and much more. 🖇️ Read all about it: t.ly/T7K9Z
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Navigator Digital Forum showcased INESC TEC industry-related solutions
INESC TEC carried out technological demonstrations at the Navigator Digital Forum, highlighting solutions in advanced simulation, control of autonomous mobile
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Breast cancer brings many uncertainties. For some patients, there's also one personal question: how will my body change after surgery? The Cinderella Project has been working to help answer that doubt by developing tools to help understand and anticipate the physical outcomes. More 🔗 t.ly/Dj75o
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More information, better decisions: Artificial Intelligence that anticipates breast cancer surgery outcomes
It is not the fairy tale; but the CINDERELLA project works a kind of magic when it comes to breast
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Imagine being able to change something in your factory and instantly see what would happen without stopping a single machine. 🏭 That idea it’s already taking shape through the work of #INESCTEC, recently showcased at Solzaima, focused on the creation of a digital twin. Read More 🔗 t.ly/SOffo
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The digital transition in industry driven by INESC TEC – within the scope of the PRR
INESC TEC’s contributions to digital transformation were showcased at a demonstration event held within the framework of the PRODUTECH R3 mobilising agenda
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
🌊 How can artificial intelligence help balance ocean protection with the sustainable, conscious use of marine resources? At the Blue Wink-E 2026 "Ocean AI Futures" event, organised by B2E Blue Bioeconomy CoLAB, João Claro took part in a panel about "AI at SEA: Strategies to Scale Blue Innovation".
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
#INESCTEC took part in CENTRA 9, an event organised by the international network Collaborations to Enable Transnational Cyberinfrastructure Applications, with researchers from all over the 🌍. The aim? To promote transnational cyberinfrastructures and their applications. 📌 Find out more: t.ly/5EcXF
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INESC TEC reinforced international position in HPC at CENTRA 9 and consolidated transnational collaborations
INESC TEC took part in CENTRA 9, a meeting of the international CENTRA (Collaborations to Enable Transnational Cyberinfrastructure Applications) network, which brings together
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
🎊 #INESCTEC just unlocked top 3 in Portugal for European patent applications. 14 new patents in 2025 (yep, we’ve been busy), turning brainpower into real-world impact across several domains. The Institute has been in the top 10 since 2017… but then we said "why not top 3?" 🏆 More: t.ly/9hg0v
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INESC TEC reaches third place nationwide for highest number of European patent applications
Data from the latest annual report published by the European Patent Office (EPO) places INESC TEC among the top three
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
What if a image was not plain silence? Yes, you read it right. Something with emotions, rhythm and movement 🤔. That’s what is being explored at #INESCTEC. A new technology able to generate original soundtracks from video, creating music that doesn’t just match the visuals. 🎶 Know more: t.ly/__3CD
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
⌨️ Eager to put your coding skills to the test? Well, the time has come! #INESCTEC is set to host the next #EPICURE Hackathon on Code Optimisation for Heterogeneous Environments, with speakers already confirmed! 📅 April 27-29 📍 Porto & online Discover all about the event 🖇️ t.ly/klibh
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
How can local communities lead the energy transition? ⚡ Through the European project ECHO – Energy Communities Excellence Hubs, partners are joining forces to support a fair, inclusive and sustainable energy transition driven by energy communities. 📌 Know more: t.ly/8Px3j
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The future of energy communities in Europe lies in collaborative ecosystems
Portugal, Greece and Turkey have joined forces with a common goal: to support the energy transition in a fair, inclusive,
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
From #INESCTEC to Istanbul in the blink of an eye! Riding on the back of the most innovative robotic solutions for industry and agriculture, we travelled to Istanbul to present our latest research at the 12th International Conference on Automation, Robotics and Applications. 🤖Know more: t.ly/VHeD7
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International conference highlighted INESC TEC robotics – with an award and advances in industry and agriculture
The twelfth edition of the International Conference on Automation, Robotics and Applications (ICARA 2026) provided the stage for the presentation
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Great news for Portuguese science! The INESC ecosystem - featuring INESC TEC, INOV INESC, INESC Coimbra, INESC-ID, and INESC Microssistemas e Nanotecnologias - has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Joint Research Centre (JRC)! 🤝 Get to know all about it: t.ly/Fw_EK
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INESC ecosystem signs Memorandum of Understanding with the JRC
The INESC ecosystem - featuring INESC TEC, INESC Coimbra, INESC ID, INESC INOV, and INESC MN - has signed a
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
João Claro, Chairman and CEO of #INESCTEC, has joined the Board of the TTO Circle, a key European network supported by the European Commission that helps turn research into real-world impact. INESC TEC is the only Portuguese institution in this network. The details are here ✨ t.ly/mUJpR
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Chairman of the Board at INESC TEC joins the Board of the TTO Circle
João Claro, Chairman and CEO of INESC TEC, has been elected member of the Board of Directors of the TTO
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INESC TEC @inesctec.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
“Sometimes the opportunity is right beside you.” Justino Rodrigues didn’t plan 15 years at #INESCTEC. But he didn’t look away when the door opened. His path shows how curiosity, staying grounded, and focusing on real-world problems can take you far. 📖 Read the latest On a Personal Note: t.ly/9n3mv
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The essay on pragmatism that Justino writes every day at INESC TEC
He might have become a sociologist or a geopolitics expert, but Justino has always been someone with “both feet on
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