News & Events

On March 7th, CENIMAT had the honor of welcoming a delegation of two renowned researchers from South Korea, Professor Yong-Young Noh, representing POSTECH (Pohang University of Science and Technology), and Dr. Hyun-Suk Kim, from Dongguk University. The visit fostered scientific exchange and strengthened collaborations.

The delegation was introduced to CENIMAT | i3N by Professor Rodrigo Martins, followed by a tour of our state-of-the-art laboratories.

On 5 March, CENIMAT|i3N hosted a delegation from the Macau University of Science and Technology (MUST) and the Macao Government. The visit was highlighted by the signing of two important cooperation agreements to promote research collaboration, academic exchanges and innovation in the fields of materials science and nanotechnology.

Today we celebrate all the incredible women of CENIMAT|i3N — Professors, Researchers, Staff, Students and Fellows — whose talent, dedication, and unity inspire us every day.
Together, we are building a brighter, more inclusive and innovative future.

Happy Women's Day 🤍

The second NANOMAT-Talks seminar happens tomorrow, March 7, at 09:30, at the CENIMAT | i3N Amphitheater. We will welcome two distinguished researchers who will share their expertise on:

▫️Development of high-performance p-type semiconductors for transistors
Prof. Yong-Young Noh, Pohang University of Science and Technology, South Korea

▫️Polymer-based High-k Dielectrics for Thin-Film Transistor Applications
Dr. Hyun-Suk Kim, Dongguk University, South Korea

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Professor Rodrigo Martins has been appointed as a member of the Expert Advisory Board (EAB) of the European University for Customized Education (EUNICE) for the term April 2025 – October 2027. EUNICE is a transnational university alliance comprising 10 European public universities and representing over 150,000 students and 15,000 staff members across all major European regions.

A study led by researchers from i3N Aveiro has demonstrated the potential of CIGS-based solar cells for space applications. The work, which involved simulating the effects of radiation on the performance of these cells and studying recovery methodologies, confirms their viability for use in satellites and other equipment in orbit.

NOVA FCT will have scholarships for master's degrees in the next academic year, for students with a final bachelor's degree average of 15 or more.

Application Period: 1st – 30th September 2025
Eligibility: Students must apply after enrolling in a master's programme at NOVA FCT.
Results: The list of selected candidates will be published on the faculty's website by 15th October.
Master’s programmes in the Department of Materials Science (DCM) are eligible.