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MIA Portugal aims at attracting outstanding researchers and their teams to produce excellence science on the molecular and biological basis of ageing.

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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
🦴Why do some jawbones fail to heal in patients on bone-protecting drugs? A new study published in @natcomms.nature.com , in which Anjali Kusumbe's group, from @mia-portugal.bsky.social, took part, finds the answer lies in blood & lymphatic vessels surrounding the bone.
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
🦴 Study published in @cellcellpress.bsky.social and led by MIA-Portugal group leader, Anjali Kusumbe, confirms lymphatic vessels in bone.
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Reminder We are looking for a talented Auxiliary Researcher to join the newly formed Post-Transcriptional Ageing Group, led by Cátia Igreja. 📌 Application Deadline: 28th August, 2026 📧 Applications & more information: uc.pt/mia/open-pos...
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Congrats to Carlos Cação & José Azevedo, awarded FCT PhD Studentships 2026. Carlos will focuses on synaptic dysfunction in treatment-resistant schizophrenia José will investigate key protein interactions in anti-IgLON5 disease @ucoimbra.bsky.social #ageingresearch #Horizon2020 #PhDcandidate
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
🔬 We're hiring at @mia-portugal.bsky.social The Post-Transcriptional Ageing Group, led by Cátia Igreja, is looking for an Auxiliary Researcher to join our team. The project aims to investigate the role of specific translational regulators in cellular and organismal ageing.
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
🧠 July 22nd is #WorldBrainDay! What better way to mark it than to take a closer look at what it actually takes to close the door on Alzheimer's disease?
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Great News at MIA-Portugal! Nuno Apóstolo, researcher at the MemBrain Group, has been awarded the Prémio Inovação Bluepharma | Universidade de Coimbra 2025 for his project on a novel therapeutic approach for Alzheimer's disease. #Ageingresearch #Horizon2020 Image: UC | Hugo Faria.
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Review from the Synapse Architecture Group at MIA-Portugal, published in Communications Biology. Find the paper here: www.uc.pt/mia/mia-port... #Ageingresearch #Horizon2020 #centreofexcellence
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
The 8th CiBB Neuroscience & Disease Retreat was a full day of science, collaboration, and meaningful connections. More than 120 researchers came together to celebrate and strengthen the Neuroscience & Disease community. #CiBBresearch @ucoimbra.bsky.social @cnc-uc.bsky.social
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
The 8th CiBB Neuroscience & Disease Retreat is almost here. 📅 June 11, 2026 📍 CAE – Centro de Arte e Espetáculos, Figueira da Foz, Portugal A day full of discussions and insights on the latest advances in neuroscience and disease at #CiBBresearch @ucoimbra.bsky.social @cnc-uc.bsky.social
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
120 participants. 2 and half days. One mission. The 3rd MIA Portugal Spring School, 13-15 May, 2026, brought together the brightest minds in ageing research. Check the highlights here www.uc.pt/mia/mia-port... @UnivdeCoimbra @StudentsNCL @umcg #ageingresearch #Horizon2020 #centreofexcellence
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
REMINDER 🔬 We're looking for postdoctoral researchers! @mia-portugal.bsky.social is calling for expressions of interest to apply for MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026 More information: uc.pt/mia/open-pos... Express your interest by June 5th
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
🔬 We're looking for postdoctoral researchers! @mia-portugal.bsky.social is calling for expressions of interest to apply for MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026 More information: uc.pt/mia/open-pos... Express your interest by June 5th @ucoimbra.bsky.social @ec.europa.eu #jobopportunity
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
The 3rd MIA-Portugal Ageing Spring School is almost here! One month to go! This international gathering is bringing together grad students, early-career researchers & group leaders united by one passion: understanding how we age 🔬 @ucoimbra.bsky.social #AgeingResearch #Horizon2020
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
🔬 We're hiring! MIA-Portugal is looking for an Auxiliary Researcher for the The Systems Cell Biology Group. Deadline: Apr 7 2026 Location: MIA-Portugal, University of Coimbra @ucoimbra.bsky.social More info: uc.pt/mia/open-pos... #ageingresearch #postdoc #horizon2020 #Centreofexcellence
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
MIA–Portugal is recruiting one PhD candidate to join the Ignition Doctoral Network (MSCA). Project: “Passive transfer of anti-IgLON5 to generate an anti-IgLON5 disease animal model.” Applicants with a neuroscience background are encouraged to apply. ignition-consortium.eu/recruitment/
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
🧬 New study published in Nature Communications by the Ageing Brain Group, MIA-Portugal, shows that dynamins are essential for maintaining nuclear integrity and protecting the genome. Full story: www.uc.pt/mia/mia-port... @ucoimbra.bsky.social #ageingresearch #Horizon2020
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
📢Just 1 Day Left to Submit Your Abstract! If you’re working in cellular and biological ageing research, this is your chance to present your research at the 3rd MIA Portugal Ageing Spring School. 🔗 uc.pt/mia/mia-port... @ucoimbra.bsky.social #ageingresearch #Horizon2020
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
International Day of Women and Girls in Science! 👩‍🔬 Today, we celebrate women in STEM! At MIA-Portugal, women make up 64% of our team, driving excellence and impactful ageing research. Thank you for shaping our world! #WomenInScience #WomenInSTEM #UNESCO #EveryVoiceInScience #ageingresearch
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
⏰ Good news! The Early Bird deadline for the 3rd MIA-Portugal Ageing Spring Schoolis extended until Feb 20 📃 Abstracts open for oral & poster presentations ✈️Travel grants available 🔗 uc.pt/mia/mia-port... @ucoimbra.bsky.social @newcastleuni.bsky.social @umcgroningen.bsky.social #ageingresearch
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
🐦 Early Bird Countdown: 10 Days Left! Register for the 3rd MIA-Portugal Ageing Spring School. 📃 Submit your abstracts and apply for travel grants. 🔗https://uc.pt/mia/mia-portugal-ageing-spring-school-2026/ @ucoimbra.bsky.social #ageingresearch #Horizon2020 #Centreofexcellence
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
📢 Excited to share the preliminary programme & confirmed speakers for the 3rd MIA-Portugal Spring School! 📍Quinta das Lágrimas, Coimbra | 📅 13–15 May 2026 🔗 www.uc.pt/mia/mia-port... @ucoimbra.bsky.social #AgeingResearch #ageing #CentreofExcellence #Horizon2020
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
🎄 Happy holidays from all of us at MIA-Portugal 🎄 Wishing you joyful holidays and a wonderful start to the New Year. Thank you for being part of our community! @ucoimbra.bsky.social #AgeingResearch #ageing #Centreofexcellence #Horizon2020
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
📣We’re excited to announce Prof. Björn Schumacher as a Plenary Speaker at the 3rd MIA-Portugal Spring School, 13–15 May 2026 in Coimbra! Meet him during “Speed Dating with the Speakers”. @ucoimbra.bsky.social #AgeingResearch #Ageing #Horizon2020 #CentreOfExcellence
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
Registration is open for the 3rd MIA-Portugal Ageing Spring School! 📅Early-bird: Dec 5 – Feb 15 Submit your abstract and travel grants available. Folow the link: uc.pt/mia/mia-port... @ucoimbra.bsky.social #AgeingResearch #CentreOfExcellence #Horizon2020
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
The first 4 speakers for the 3rd MIA-Portugal Spring School are confirmed! Don’t miss the chance to meet them in our “Speed Dating with the Speakers”. 🗓️Registration open soon! More info: www.uc.pt/mia/mia-port... @UnivdeCoimbra #Ageingresearch #CenterofExcellence #Horizon2020
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Congrats to Dr. Alessio Vagnoni, winner of the Global 3Rs Award 2025 For ethical innovation using the fruit fly as an animal model. More in the link: uc.pt/mia/mia-port... @ucoimbra.bsky.social #Ageing #AgeingResearch #CentreOfExcellence #Horizon2020
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Today, we celebrate our researcher Neuza Domingues, who has been awarded the Maria de Sousa Prize 2025! 🔗For more information: bit.ly/3JsvdvF @ucoimbra.bsky.social #OrdemdosMédicos #FundaçãoBial #PrémioMariadeSousa #ageingresearch #Horizon2020 #ageing #CenteofExcellence
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
MIA-Portugal is hiring! Join the Advanced Cell Technology Group as a Junior Researcher. Work on miRNAs & extracellular vesicles in diabetes. 🎓PhD + FELASA license required. 🗓️ Apply by Oct 16: uc.pt/mia/open-pos... #AgeingResearch #Ageing #Horizon2020 #CentreofExcellence
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
Today is #InternationalDayOfOlderPersons! At @mia-portugal.bsky.social we’re working to ensure ageing means living better. From fundamental biology to real-world applications, our mission is clear: turn science into healthier futures. @ucoimbra.bsky.social #Horizon2020 #AgeingResearch #Ageing
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
Yesterday, MIA-Portugal held its 4th project review meeting in our new building at @UnivdeCoimbra. Grateful to our Project Officer & expert reviewers for their constructive feedback & guidance to boost our impact. #Horizon2020 #AgeingResearch
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
📣 Expression of Interest Are you a scientist with bold ideas in ageing research? MIA-Portugal invites top researchers to apply for ERC Grants. More information: www.uc.pt/mia/open-pos... @ucoimbra.bsky.social #Ageing #AgeingResearch #Horizon2020 #JobOpportunity #TeamingOfExcellence
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 05/09/2025
The 3rd MIA-Portugal Ageing Spring School is coming! 🗓 13–15 May 2026 | MIA-Portugal 🧬 Cellular & Molecular Ageing 🧠 Systems Ageing 🔍 Talks, posters & networking! 🔗www.uc.pt/mia/mia-portugal-ageing-spring-school-2026/ @ucoimbra.bsky.social #Ageingresearch #CenterofExcellence #Horizon2020
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 02/09/2025
📣 Deadline Extended! The application deadline for the 1st Course in Experimental Methods in Mitochondrial Physiology is now 7 Sept 2025. 15 Sept–10 Oct 2025 MIA-Portugal, Univ. of Coimbra Register now: www.uc.pt/cursos-nao-c... @ucoimbra.bsky.social #ageingresearch #Horizon2020 #PRR #mitochondria
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
📢 Call for Applications MIA-Portugal is launching the 1st edition of the Specialisation Course in Experimental Methods in Mitochondrial Physiology. Course dates: 15 Sept – 10 Oct 2025 Applications: 8 July – 31 August 2025 🔗 Details: uc.pt/cursos-nao-c... @ucoimbra.bsky.social
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
📣We’re hiring! MIA-Portugal seeks a Bachelor Researcher (Grant) for the Advanced Cell Technology Group, Dr. Hugo Fernandes Apply by 22 July 2025 👉 www.uc.pt/mia/open-pos... @ucoimbra.bsky.social #AgeingResearch #Horizon2020 #TeamingOfExcellence #JobOpportunity #ScienceCareers
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
📣Registration deadline extended! Join us June 30–July 1 in Coimbra for the 1st Symposium on Ageing of the Vascular, Immune, Haematopoietic, and Musculoskeletal Systems New deadline: June 20th Register now: www.uc.pt/mia/symposiu... @ucoimbra.bsky.social #Ageingresearch #Horizon2020
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
🧬 Want to join MIA-Portugal? We’re inviting postdocs to apply with us for a MSCA-PF 2025. ✅ Full application support ✅ Cutting-edge labs 📌 PhD ≤8 yrs | Mobility rule 🗓️ Deadline: June 6 🔗 uc.pt/mia/open-pos... #MSCA #PostdocOpportunity #HorizonEurope #AgeingResearch
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
Last call to submit your abstract! Showcase your research at the 1st Symposium on Ageing of the Vascular, Immune, Haematopoietic & Musculoskeletal Systems 🗓️ June 30–July 1 | Coimbra, Portugal 🔗 Submit until May 30th: uc.pt/mia/symposiu... @ucoimbra.bsky.social #Ageingresearch #Horizon2020
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
You haven’t registered yet? Join us in Coimbra for the 1st Symposium on Ageing of the Vascular, Immune, Haematopoietic & Musculoskeletal Systems 🧠🦴💉 🗓️ June 30–July 1, 2025 🔗 uc.pt/mia/symposiu... @UnivdeCoimbra #AgeingResearch #Horizon2020
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
❗Expression of Interest Apply for the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowships with @mia-portugal.bsky.social 🎓For elegibility criteria and how to apply uc.pt/mia/open-pos... Apply by: June 6th @ucoimbra.bsky.social @ec.europa.eu #HorizonEurope
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
⏳ Last call! Early Bird Registration ends May 16! Join us for the 1st Symposium on Ageing of the Vascular, Immune, Haematopoietic & Musculoskeletal Systems. Register: www.uc.pt/mia/symposiu... @ucoimbra.bsky.social #Ageingresearch #Horizon2020 #CentreOfExcellence #earlybird
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
🚨 Present your work at 1st AVIHM We’ve got short talk slots for researchers to showcase their work on ageing systems 🗓️ June 30–July 1 | 📍 Coimbra, Portugal 🔗 Submit your abstract: www.uc.pt/mia/symposiu... @ucoimbra.bsky.social #Ageing #Ageingresearch #Horizon2020 #CentreOfExcellence
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
🚨Join us for the 1st Symposium on Ageing of the Vascular, Immune, Haematopoietic, and Musculoskeletal Systems. 🗓️June 30 – July 1, 2025​ 📍University of Coimbra, Portugal. Check ir out on uc.pt/mia/symposiu... @ucoimbra.bsky.social #Ageing #Ageingresearch #H2020 #CentreOfExcellence
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MIA-Portugal_UC @mia-portugal.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
❗ Join @mia-portugal.bsky.social We are seeking highly qualified researchers with strong scientific track records and a demonstrated ability to secure competitive funding. Want to know more? Follow the link 👉 www.uc.pt/mia/open-pos... @ucoimbra.bsky.social #ageingresearch #ScienceJobs
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