In a recent profile by The Portugal News, Professor Elvira Fortunato discusses the vision and resilience that have defined her career.
The article, titled "Faces of Portuguese Research: Elvira Fortunato", highlights how curiosity and "stubborn confidence" led to some of the most significant breakthroughs in materials science, including the creation of the world’s first paper transistor and the pioneering of sustainable, room-temperature electronics.
The feature explores how the INVISIBLE project bridged the gap between lab discovery and global industry application - earning the Horizon Impact Award - and notes the laboratory’s excellence in securing over €78.5M in research funding to date. Reflecting on the collective nature of research, Professor Elvira emphasizes that "science is not an individual process," highlighting the collaboration that drives international excellence from within Portugal.
True to the African proverb she often recalls - “If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together” - this feature is a celebration of the teamwork and dedication that drive i3N’s mission to shape the future of nanotechnology and advanced materials.
🔗 Read the full interview here.