News & Events

This edition had the powerful motto “SCIGLO: Science for Global Challenges”! 🌍💡CENIMAT|i3N brought science to life through activities that showcased innovative solutions in sustainable materials, clean energy and ancient manufacturing processes, engaging visitors of all ages. 🌍🔋
Through fun, educational experiences, we explored how science can tackle today’s global challenges and inspire a brighter, more sustainable future.

This event is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate research and innovation while engaging with our vibrant scientific community.
We are thrilled to announce that CENIMAT|i3N will be hosting 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗿 exciting activities during this year’s European Researchers' Night, which will take place tomorrow, 27th September! Click here to find out more about the activities.

11 members of the Institute of Nanostructures, Nanomodelling, and Nanofabrication (i3N) have been distinguished on Stanford University's prestigious World’s Top 2% Scientists list, a study coordinated by Professor John P. A. Ioannidis. This annual ranking identifies the most influential scientists worldwide based on the impact of their work, which is measured by citation metrics, extracted from Elsevier's Scopus database.

CENIMAT|i3N hosted a delegation from the China Association for Science and Technology (CAST), one of the largest scientific organizations in the world, last Friday, September 20, with the aim of promoting the exchange of knowledge and strengthening cooperation between scientific institutions in both countries.

i3N is inviting postdoctoral researchers who would like to upgrade their careers via the prestigious MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships (MSCA-PF) 2024 HORIZON-MSCA-2024-PF-01-01. Find out more about the elegibility criteria and the possibilities as a MSCA Postdoc Fellow.

🎥 At i3N, our mission is to drive the discovery, development and deployment of nanotechnologies and advanced materials, enhancing quality of life while promoting societal, economic and environmental benefits.

Check out our latest video and discover how we are shaping the future of materials.

Professor Elvira Fortunato, sub-coordinator of i3N, was awarded the 2024 Scientific Merit Medal by the President of the Foundation for Science and Technology, Madalena Alves, during the Science Meeting, which took place between July 3 and 5 in Porto.
The award was received by Professor José Fernando Mendes, vice-coordinator of i3N, who was present at the Meeting.