the Cabinet of Curiosities at the Science Museum of the University of Coimbra artfully rearranges a 700-year-old museum collection Inspired by 18th-century curiosity cabinets the display includes taxidermy (from monkeys and birds to manatees) natural history specimens preserved in jars Few museums worldwide would have such an extensive collection to draw from—the items on display represent less than 1 percent of the museum's collection—and not many science museum displays are designed purely to invoke wonder.   An unassuming museum offers a deep dive into everything about mushrooms from cultivation innovations to fungi that "talk." This 19th-century zoological collection has withstood the test of time This enthusiast-led facility is the only museum in the country dedicated to the preservation of weather artifacts A treasure trove of scientific instruments from the 17th and 18th centuries and odd collections of generations of college professors A small museum packed with specimens from important fossil sites and minerals from historical pegmatite quarries This exhibit pays tribute to the “humble tinkerer” who invented the implantable pacemaker The old castle kitchen where nucleic acid was first isolated is considered the "cradle of biochemistry." {{getV2(globalSponsors,'title','Sponsors')}} By clicking "I accept", you accept all cookies and can browse the site with a more personalized experience. On 28 April, during the biggest blackout to hit the Iberian Peninsula, this technology, developed at the FCTUC's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (DEEC), was put to the test in a real-life situation. It successfully provided power to the building's critical loads and was able to operate independently of the public grid. This microgrid focuses on resilience and is specifically designed to provide power to critical loads (replacing diesel back-up generators) for extended periods (up to 72 hours). To this end, the microgrid includes a dedicated photovoltaic system, two battery systems, specialist power management and synchronisation equipment, and bi-directional charging for electric vehicles. According to the FCTUC student, "this system allows the local grid to be supplied with energy stored in electric vehicles, further extending the duration of electricity supply and providing electricity in places where infrastructure is non-existent or damaged." Alexandre Matias Correia further adds, "This microgrid is also capable of regenerating itself, using its photovoltaic panels and load management system to charge batteries during the day, further extending power supply to critical loads." The resilient microgrid is a project developed as part of Alexandre Matias Correia's doctoral thesis, 'Optimisation and Management of Microgrids to Deliver High Power Quality in Critical and Disaster Situations'. It has already been used as a pilot prototype for other research and teaching projects in Electrical Engineering. married Duarte de Sousa Araújo Martins in October 2023 at the Basilica and Palace of Mafra It was a moment of long-awaited celebration in Portugal on 7 October 2023 as the nation’s first royal wedding in over 25 years took place The happy couple were the Infanta Maria Francisca Duchess of Coimbra and her partner Duarte de Sousa Araújo Martins who wed in the Basilica and Palace of Mafra This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from. Ruth Ellis escaped an abusive childhood to rise to the top of London's nefarious nightclub scene – but history remembers her as the last British woman to be sentenced to death after she murdered her racing driver lover. As Tatler cover star Lucy Boynton stars in A Cruel Love: The Ruth Ellis Story, learn the truth behind the tale The groom is a respected lawyer who told CNN Portugal that he intends to take a backseat with royal duties while supporting his wife (whom he calls ‘Chica’) and continuing in his career in addition to accompanying Chica in everything I can and is asked to do necessarily implies having a normal couple's life and dynamics and continuing to work for my family.' The couple have been together since 2019 This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from Libbie Mugrabi and her art-scion husband, David, were the power couple of New York Society – until their multimillion-dollar divorce. Now, as she hits the headlines in the US once again, we revisit her interview with Tatler’s David Jenkins from the March 2021 issue Instagram contentThis content can also be viewed on the site it originates from The illustrious attendees were spotted arriving at the Basilica de Mafra in the October afternoon The vast and ornate church is set within the Palácio Nacional de Mafra a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the historic palaces of the dormant Portuguese monarchy Alongside the preserved royal apartments is a stunning Baroque basilica which hosted the grand royal wedding in all its glory The bride arrived outside the Basilica in a coach adorned with gypsophila who later walked her down the aisle during the Roman Catholic ceremony long-sleeved ivory gown by Luzia do Nascimento and added a splash of regal drama with Queen Amélie's diamond tiara which belonged to the last Queen of Portugal It was also worn by the bride's mother on her wedding day A view of the entrance colonade of the Mafra National Palace Her new husband, who was from then on able to style himself as the Duke Consort of Coimbra, looked dapper in a traditional morning suit with a cornflower blue tie. The pair, who have since moved to London looked blissfully happy as they stepped out into the sunshine to greet crowds of well-wishers The post-ceremony reception was held within the historic Palácio de Mafra where guests gathered within the central court to toast the newlyweds with champagne as they cut their impressive multi-tiered wedding cake with a sabre This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from At the Oscars 2025, breathtaking haute couture is the real winner of the star-filled eveningBy Chandler TregaskesRead MoreThe Infanta added a dash of colour to her look with a fetching emerald and diamond hair brooch and matching drop earrings and the groom had in fact taken a diamond from this collection to create the Infanta’s engagement ring This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from The Braganza home was also the nucleus of the action the night before the wedding where the Duke and Duchess hosted a festival It was a pleasing mix of new and old traditions from quirky food trucks to the Infanta Maria Francisca donning the traditional regional bridal attire of ‘Noiva do Minho (bride of Viana).’ acrobatic and parkour gymnasts will take on Portugal this week for global competitions for the 13th FIG Acrobatic Gymnastics World Age Group Competitions September 12-15 American gymnasts will be vying for medals in the 12-18 and 13-19 age groups and a spot in the first FIG Acro Junior World Championships The championships will run on the final day of competition with athletes qualifying based on their final placements at the Age Group Competitions The event begins on September 12, and the full competition schedule is listed below. All information about both events can be found on FIG’s event website Participating athletes are listed below by division Headed to the second parkour World Cup of the season are eight U.S Mass.) will lead the American delegation competing at the 2024 Coimbra World Cup in Portugal September 13-15 Joining Johnson and Rudolph will be Dara De Paolo (Woodstock September 13 will kick off competition with women’s speed qualifications at 8:30 a.m Saturday will see women’s freestyle qualifying at 6:30 a.m the women will take the stage again at 12:25 p.m followed by the men’s freestyle final at 12:45 p.m ET and the women’s speed final at 1:30 p.m The men’s speed final starts Sunday’s schedule at 10:15 a.m. ET with the women’s freestyle final directly after at 10:45 a.m. ET. The men’s speed final will conclude the competition at 11:30 a.m. ET. Live results are expected to available on live.rawmotion.com Mission Statement: to assist the integration of foreign residents living in Spain and this is never more accurate than when you establish yourself as a foreign resident in a new country Being able to quickly familiarise yourself with the culture and customs can help ease the transition during a challenging time This is why Euro Weekly News makes it our mission to provide you with a free news resource in English that covers both regional and national Spanish news – anything that we feel you will benefit from knowing as you integrate into your new community and live your best life in Spain you can forget about translating articles from Spanish into awkward English that probably don’t make much sense Let us be your convenient and essential guide to all things that will likely affect you as a foreign resident living in Spain Whether you’re craving an international adventure or seeking local hidden gems Europe has a wealth of travel opportunities this year Here’s a tailored guide to the best European destinations for 2025 featuring quotes and data from The New York Times’ ‘52 Places to Go in 2025’ Montserrat is commemorating its 1,000th anniversary with several exciting events this year perched amidst the striking Montserrat peaks is a symbol of Catalan identity and home to the shrine of the Virgin of Montserrat This milestone coincides with the Roman Catholic Church’s Jubilee Year performances by the Escolania de Montserrat boys’ choir and an exhibition that traces the monastery’s timeline.” Montserrat blends natural beauty with cultural significance Canfranc has transformed its International Railway Station The station’s restoration includes “a cathedral-like ticket hall turned lobby and a Michelin-starred restaurant in an old train carriage,” according to The New York Times the reopening of the Zaragoza-Canfranc train line will provide a scenic route to this remote gem This medieval university town is experiencing a cultural renaissance while retaining its traditional charm Coimbra’s new highlights include “Coola Boola CoLAB a retro space where you can shop for 1940s dresses get a tattoo and have a vegetarian meal.” History buffs can visit the recently opened Aristides de Sousa Mendes Museum in nearby Cabanas de Viriato honouring the diplomat who saved thousands during WWII Coimbra offers a laid-back alternative to Lisbon and Porto and emerging wellness experiences make it a must-visit Portugal is launching a €20 rail pass in 2025 offering unlimited regional train travel for a month This initiative encourages sustainable travel and makes it easier to explore gems like Coimbra Hamburg’s innovative transformation includes the St a WWII anti-aircraft tower repurposed into a vertical garden with restaurants and a memorial Visitors can explore the newly opened teamLab Borderless Hamburg “A five-story exterior walkway winds around the building – with greenery spilling down the walls – to 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had planned with the Wanderers’ medical staff since pre-season but one that he nearly forgot to execute in the moment until a reminder from Pearlman “Me and Adam were talking about it in the locker room before the game that I was gonna come in and I was gonna score and we were gonna do that celebration,” the Halifax striker told CanPL.ca which officially hit the back of the net a minute and two seconds after Coimbra stepped onto the pitch for the first time in the 2025 CPL season stood as the winner in a 2-1 victory over York United The moment perfectly encapsulated Coimbra’s experience in the Canadian Premier League thus far When the 21-year-old is on the pitch over his past two seasons with Halifax he has been among the league’s most lethal strikers Limited to just 796 minutes last season through injury Coimbra’s immense potential has yet to be fully realized But with a renewed approach to his fitness and having gained a wealth of experience and confidence this off-season the Canadian youth international is primed for a breakout season After again suffering an injury in pre-season this year one which saw him miss Halifax’s season opener against Atlético Ottawa and be limited to a substitute role this past Sunday starting his 2025 campaign with such an important goal was a significant boost of confidence I didn’t really have a pre-season,” said Coimbra “I came back to train with the team and I got hurt right away missed all the games that we had in England It was just very emotional and very satisfying for me to be able to come in So just a very important moment for me.” Critical to making sure there are many more moments like that this season is the club’s hiring of Nick Edwards as Head of Performance Edwards brings experience from the Nottingham Forest organization and is already revolutionizing the way the Wanderers approach fitness and recovery Coimbra says the team has already been in the gym more consistently before and after training focusing on doing extra work and activation to make sure their bodies are prepared for the rigours of a long season “I feel like this year is going to be very different,” said Coimbra just being able to take care of myself off the field doing other physio work or other gym work for myself I feel like it has already helped me come back quicker than expected this year I can stay healthy and keep helping the team.” A new fitness regimen isn’t the only notable change for Coimbra this season a sign of the club’s belief in him after two campaigns of wearing the #19 “Having that number nine shirt comes with a little bit of weight “But I’ve been asking for the number nine ever since after my first year.” Coimbra also spent this off-season training with West Ham United’s U-21 team even getting a week of training in with the first team That experience built his confidence in the way he was able to compete with players at a big professional club in Europe and some crucial lessons which he will take into this coming CPL season “The amount of errors they make or mistakes they make it’s very little just being consistent with what I do off the field I feel like will be the main thing that will help me get there one day.” For Halifax coach Patrice Gheisar Coimbra finding that consistency this year is crucial because he says the 21-year-old is incredibly important to the way the Wanderers want to play a player who can get in behind and get on the end of crosses from their multiple attacking number tens and now we just need to keep him healthy and look forward to seeing him play week in and week out.” Coimbra finished sixth in the CPL in goals per 90 with 5.9 and first in aerial duels won per 90 at 3.62 among all positions showing his incredible dominance in the air If he can put all of that together over a full season That is certainly where Coimbra is setting his ambitions and goals this season “This year I would like to win the Golden Boot that’s my two main goals for myself,” said Coimbra “And being able to get a move outside of North America the Wanderers return home to Halifax for the first time in the 2025 season any chance they get to play at the Wanderers Grounds is a memorable moment “I feel like no stadium in the CPL has the type of environment that the Wanderers Grounds has,” says Coimbra we’re just unbeatable at home.” After a disappointing 2024 season for the Wanderers where they failed to win in their first nine matches and finished a disappointing sixth Things are already off to a better start in 2025 with four points already collected on the road in the first two matchweeks The mission is to make sure Saturday is the first of many meaningful matches played at the Wanderers Grounds this year the stadium has only ever hosted one playoff match “Like the fans deserve it more than the club does “Last year I had a chance to go to the CPL awards because this year the finals are going to be in Halifax.” If Coimbra’s bold prediction from Calgary comes true a healthy Coimbra is a game-changer for the Wanderers 2025 (SPS) - A delegation from Tifariti University led by the Director of Higher Education and the Dean of Tifariti University was received Monday at the university of Coimbra by the Director of the Institute of Social and Human Sciences The meeting provided an opportunity for the Tifariti University delegation to present an overview of the struggle of the Sahrawi people in general with a particular focus on the Sahrawi experience in the field of education at all levels They also highlighted the role of Tifariti University in academic training and development as well as its advocacy for the inalienable right of the Sahrawi people to self-determination in international academic spaces and circles The meeting culminated in the signing of a cooperation protocol between the two academic institutions which includes the exchange of expertise in the field of scientific research and the organization of academic conferences and seminars on the struggle of the Sahrawi people It is worth noting that the University of Coimbra is the second oldest university in Europe celebrating this year the 735th anniversary of its founding It ranks among the top universities in international rankings Accompanying the Dean of Tifariti University on this visit is Dr the head of the Scientific Research Center at Tifariti University We’ll welcome Rectors and Vice-Chancellors from across Europe to Durham for a thought-provoking two-day event The Symposium will explore the role of universities as agents of transformative change for climate As institutions at the forefront of research universities play a critical role in addressing the climate emergency The theme reflects the urgent need to embed sustainability across all aspects of life and academia.  A key outcome of the Symposium will be the Durham Declaration a landmark commitment that will shape the Coimbra Group and the wider sector’s response to climate change The Declaration will also contribute to discussions at the upcoming UNFCCC COP30 Climate Conference further enhancing the Coimbra Group’s international influence.  we invited students to participate in an innovative sustainability education competition developed by our Coimbra Group partners at Utrecht University encourages players to envision a sustainable future while deepening their understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).  students worked in teams to navigate their city or campus and complete interactive challenges such as ‘inspire a stranger.’ Teams earned points by uploading photos and notes to an interactive city map and engaging with other teams’ submissions.  Seven teams from across the Coimbra Network took part ‘EnviroTeam’ from the University of Iași and Team ‘Wet Zero’ from the University of Bergen will join university leaders at the Climate Symposium in Durham later this month.  As part of the Coimbra Group Student Exchange Network (CG SEN) we are committed to enhancing academic 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We depend on ad revenue to craft and curate stories about the world’s hidden wonders Consider supporting our work by becoming a member for as little as $5 a month Follow us on Twitter to get the latest on the world's hidden wonders Like us on Facebook to get the latest on the world's hidden wonders Fresh off the 2024 USA Gymnastics Championships will represent the country at the 2024 Coimbra World Cup July 6-7 in Coimbra Newly named 2024 Olympians Jessica Stevens and Aliaksei Shostak highlight the eight athlete-trampoline team selected to compete at the World Cup in Portugal The complete trampoline roster includes Olympic replacement athletes Nicole Ahsinger and Ruben Padilla synchronized trampoline silver medalist and individual trampoline bronze medalist Maia Amano 2024 Elite Challenge synchro champion Leah Garafalo and 2024 U.S Xavier Harper and BJ Mensah will compete in tumbling alongside senior women Nastia Katchalova Participating athletes are listed alphabetically below by event you accept all cookies and can browse the site with a more personalized experience The provisional results of the latest evaluation of the University of Coimbra's (UC) Research and Development (R&D) units by the Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT) within the framework of the Multiannual Programme for the Financing of R&D Units 2023/2024 reveal that 90% of the University's research units received an overall rating of Excellent or Very Good The University of Coimbra stands well above the national average: 80% of the 313 R&D units evaluated by FCT received a rating of Very Good or Excellent This result underlines the excellence of the research conducted at the UC and secures more than €124 million in funding for the next five years most of UC’s research centres achieved the highest ratings: 27 were rated Excellent and 10 Very Good Compared to the previous evaluation (2017/2018) the University of Coimbra has seen a significant improvement in its classifications: 112 R&D units have now been awarded the highest rating FCT’s evaluation of Portugal’s scientific and technological activities carried out by R&D units over the previous five-year period determines the funding to be awarded for the next five years (2025–2029 call) international peer-review process assessed 336 Portuguese research centres of which 313 have been approved for funding The provisional results of the evaluation of R&D units under the 2023/2024 Multiannual Programme for the Financing of R&D Units are available here The Halifax Wanderers picked up an impressive come-from-behind victory at York Lions Stadium on Sunday beating York United 2-1 thanks to a pair of second-half goals to extend their unbeaten start to 2025 York opened the scoring in the first half thanks to a good finish by Gabriel Bitar the Wanderers returned to form as Giorgio Probo levelled the score with an excellent free kick Tiago Coimbra came off the bench for Halifax and with his first touch of the 2025 season he brought down a long ball from Kareem Sow and chipped it past York keeper Ivan Pavela to score a dramatic winner for the away side the Wanderers did not look like a side likely to score twice without conceding again and overturn the 1-0 deficit They’d created their fair share of chances in the late first half but also looked vulnerable at the back when trying to play out they came out of the break recharged and remained patient as they worked to find weaknesses in York’s structure The set-piece that provided the equalizer was well-designed; Giorgio Probo explained postgame that given the position of the free kick knowing it could be deflected into the net and otherwise would be bound for the bottom corner The Wanderers’ pace is what ultimately broke York down in the end they’d been pushing York’s backline further and further back with their wide players looking to get behind the wingbacks and surround the opposition’s back three with his pace preventing York from venturing too far up the pitch on their left side did a lot of running to wear out the Nine Stripes’ defenders so by the time the pacey Tiago Coimbra entered the match it was easier to make runs in behind Halifax as a club have not historically found much success on the road; in fact prior to this game their only other come-from-behind away win was in 2022 against FC Edmonton they were impressive on Sunday at York in their patience The substitutes were effective — not only Coimbra who all added different dynamics the the Wanderers’ attack while captain Andre Rampersad did well to steady the ship with his control of the midfield the Wanderers have four points from a possible six on the road and they’ve scored two goals in both games but this looks like a more disciplined and dynamic side from early indications has demonstrated a willingness to run at defenders when out of possession Adonijah Reid and Gabriel Bitar has been effective defensively particularly in this match where they routinely forced Halifax into surrendering the ball The Wanderers are usually excellent in possession and move the ball well but they had 16 missed passes within their own half of the pitch in the first 45 minutes alone York were able to win possession in the final third four times in the first half including just before the goal thanks to a feisty run by Bitar to recover the ball was that they couldn’t reward themselves more for their advantage in the early stages They won almost 70 per cent of the first-half duels but turned it into just four shots (and they only had six in the whole game) Mauro Eustáquio will probably not be overly upset with his team’s performance on Sunday although he did concede that they lost a bit of their energy later in the game just as Halifax’s was increasing it’ll be easier to take solace in the effectiveness of the first-half press That’s an early sign of Eustáquio’s fingerprints on the team in his first year as head coach If York can continue to win the ball back consistently they’ll be a very difficult team to play against several pundits have identified Tiago Coimbra as one to watch in Halifax The 21-year-old has shown flashes of his abilities the last two seasons with the Wanderers but he has been limited due to various injuries and hasn’t quite hit his full stride he managed to score four goals and demonstrated his ability to trouble defenders with his pace and workrate Sunday’s brief cameo off the bench was Coimbra’s first action of the 2025 campaign after he missed the first match and he will continue to have his minutes managed in the next few weeks but if he can ramp up to full form and fitness he’ll bring an excellent dynamic to Halifax’s attack Patrice Gheisar may not have expected Coimbra’s impact to be quite that instant on Sunday but when he entered with the score 1-1 it was clear that Coimbra could be a threat to score against the tired York defenders He showed with his goal that he has a strong scorer’s instinct; Coimbra had identified a vulnerability in the back three and he timed his run perfectly to get on the end of Kareem Sow’s ball and finished with a clever chip after spotting Ivan Pavela trying to close him down It’s possible that this role coming off the bench to inject energy late is a good one for Coimbra right now who might not yet be able to bring the same amount of dynamism over a longer shift but by mid-season he’ll definitely hope to be starting Coimbra has the talent to be one of the most effective strikers in the Canadian Premier League and at his age he’ll continue to improve the more opportunities he gets for Halifax productive Coimbra would be a game changer for a Wanderers side that sometimes struggled with finishing a year ago “That position is very weird because you never know if you have to cross or shoot it I’m going to cross the ball toward the goal it’s going to go in the goal; if someone’s going to touch it I was just making it difficult for the goalkeeper.” — Halifax midfielder Giorgio Probo on his free kick goal “We can come up with any idea that we want but it’s about the execution of the players We came up with a couple of tweaks we needed but I think there’s just a feel that’s all about belief with this group even when they went up 1-0.” — Halifax head coach Patrice Gheisar “We’ve got to be able to kill teams; it happened in Vancouver as well … We kind of took our foot off the pedal in the second half we were never able to secure the ball up top and they grew with the game and that’s what happened to us.” — York United head coach Mauro Eustáquio Not only did Probo score the equalizer off a clever set-piece he was a nuisance to York throughout his 80 minutes of action He had four shots and made 18 passes in the final third frustrating the opposition both with and without the ball York United head back on the road next weekend, when they’ll head to the capital to play Atlético Ottawa on Saturday, April 19 (1 p.m. ET). Halifax, meanwhile, will be in Nova Scotia the same day for their home opener, against Pacific FC (4:30 p.m. AT/3:30 p.m. ET). Watch all CPL matches live on OneSoccer OneSoccer is now available on TELUS channel 980 and on Fubo TV Call your local cable provider to ask for OneSoccer today Aliah Raga claimed double mini gold for the U.S as the American trampoline and tumbling roster brought home four medals from the 2024 FIG Coimbra World Cup in Portugal over the weekend Md./Dynamite Gymnastics) claimed double mini gold for the U.S Raga posted a 29.800 in women’s double mini competition to win the gold medal over Canada’s Sienna Kuznak in second (24.000) and Spain’s Melania Rodriguez in third (21.600) Earning a silver medal was the men’s synchronized trampoline duo of Ruben Padilla (Bluffdale Utah/Wasatch Trampoline & Tumbling) and Aliaksei Shostak (Lafayette who scored a 50.960 to place second behind France (52.110) and ahead of third-place Japan (50.800) Hawaii/Merino Trampoline Gymnastics Academy) and Leah Garafalo (Cream Ridge N.J./Elite Trampoline Academy) won synchro bronze with a 46.480 behind China (48.990) and Japan (47.710) Utah/Wasatch Trampoline & Tumbling) picked up tumbling bronze with a 29.800 behind Mikhail Malkin of Azerbaijan in first with a 31.100 and Vasco Peso of host country Portugal in second with a 30.500 Also competing in final competition was Simon Smith (Springville Utah/Utah Valley Trampoline & Tumbling) who advanced to the second men’s double mini final where he placed fourth Olympic replacement athlete Nicole Ahsinger (Lafayette La./Trampoline and Tumbling Express) and Amano both moved onto semifinals for the women Colo./Xtreme Altitude Gymnastics) did the same for the men 2024 Olympian Jessica Stevens (Ellicott City Md./Fairland Gymnastics) was also in action in the first trampoline qualification Coimbra reaffirms its position as a leading centre of innovation and investment in Portugal with the 2025 edition of the Coimbra Invest Summit (Coimbra IS). The 3rd edition of Coimbra IS, organised by the Coimbra City Council in partnership with the University of Coimbra (UC), the Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra (IPC), the Pedro Nunes Institute (IPN) and iParque, will take place on the 2nd and 3rd of July at Convento São Francisco. Launched in 2023 and already a benchmark, the event continues its mission to strengthen Coimbra's entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem while enhancing its appeal to national and international investors, with a special focus on the Tech, Health, Space and Tourism clusters. As in the two previous editions, the first day will be an exclusive, invitation-only event featuring key moments such as the meeting of the Municipal Strategic Council for the Development of Coimbra, activities for the Coimbra Ambassadors Network, and the Business Merit Recognition Gala The second day, open to the public with pre-registration, will feature a dynamic programme of panel discussions, lectures, workshops and networking opportunities. Coimbra IS will conclude with a vibrant sunset party, celebrating Coimbra's innovative spirit and the best of summer. One of the highlights of the Coimbra Invest Summit 2025 will be the final of Ineo Start, an acceleration programme for technology-based ideas and projects promoted by the Pedro Nunes Institute (IPN). This four-week initiative provides participants with access to specialised workshops, expert mentoring, and networking opportunities, aiming to help them build business structures, expand their networks, and secure funding. The 2024 edition of the Coimbra Invest Summit was a great success, attracting over 1,000 participants. According to a satisfaction survey conducted by the organisers, 58.2% rated the experience as excellent and 36.4% as good, with 100% recommending the event to friends and colleagues. The Coimbra Invest Summit 2025 will strengthen the Technology, Health and Space clusters while adding the Tourism cluster, all of which are strategic sectors for the development of the city and the region. The full programme and registration for the event will be available soon. The Coimbra Invest Summit is the embodiment of the city's ecosystem coming together to place Coimbra on the radar of investors and boost its economic and innovative growth All rights reserved.Terms of usePrivacy PolicyConditionsCookie PolicyBack to top The University of Coimbra (UC) is leading a new research consortium GeneH: Excellence Hub for Advancing Innovation in Gene Therapy GeneH wants to speed up the application of innovative therapies for genetic diseases for which there is currently no cure by boosting the translation of scientific knowledge into clinical practice The new funding of approximately €5 million (€4,885,375 to be exact) will enable the creation of close collaborations between academia through a quadruple helix approach – essential for overcoming current barriers to translating research into clinical practice "Although there have been scientific advances in gene therapy there are still significant challenges that we need to overcome to ensure that these innovations effectively reach patients Clinical trials in this area are still limited due to regulatory complexity and insufficient funding for clinical development," says Luís Pereira de Almeida Director of the UC Centre for Neuroscience and Cell Biology and Coordinator of the Centre for Innovative Biomedicine and Biotechnology there is great potential in the interaction between academia and industry that we can and should better harness to facilitate technology transfer and enable scientific discoveries to be translated into innovative and accessible therapies.” Another major challenge is the involvement of regulators and policymakers whose active participation is essential to accelerating approval and funding processes specialised training in this field is still insufficient both for researchers and health professionals and we clearly need to invest in training to ensure the sustainability and growth of this sector," adds the GeneH coordinator Gene therapy is an innovative therapeutic approach that offers new treatment options for a wide range of diseases it can provide a cure with a single treatment administration It has revolutionised the treatment and progression of neuromuscular and ophthalmological diseases such as spinal muscular atrophy and Leber's congenital amaurosis Approximately 20 gene therapy products are currently approved in Europe there are approximately 7,000 rare diseases worldwide The GeneH consortium will work closely with GeneT: Gene Therapy Centre of Excelence in Portugal the country's first gene therapy research and innovation hub "GeneH will expand the GeneT network by strengthening international collaboration and fostering synergies between research government and society to accelerate innovation and clinical trials," explains Luís Pereira de Almeida It is worth noting that UC is also coordinating the ERA Chair GCure - From Gene to Cure a €2.5 million project to strengthen the university's capacity and visibility at the forefront of gene therapy research and innovation GeneH will involve organisations from two countries including teaching and research institutions the consortium in Portugal includes the Portuguese Association of Hereditary Ataxias the Centre Regional Coordination and Development Commission the Pedro Nunes Institute and the Coimbra Local Health Unit GeneH includes the Regional Development Agency of the Ljubljana Urban Region the National Institute of Chemistry and the biotech company JAFRAL "Our team wants to ensure that innovations reach people with genetic diseases that can be treated with gene therapy as quickly while also ensuring that patients' needs are heard," says Luís Pereira de Almeida "This consortium is also crucial for strengthening Europe's position as a global leader in gene therapy." with 205 applications submitted and only 11 projects approved for funding The kick-off meeting of GeneH took place on the 21st of March at the Science Museum of the University of Coimbra The University of Coimbra (UC) will be present at Expo Osaka 2025 from 15-17 July to present innovative projects that link Portugal and Japan through sustainable technologies at the Portugal Pavilion Several researchers from the University of Coimbra are developing projects with international multidisciplinary teams that will address global challenges This is an opportunity to strengthen links between UC and Japan and to showcase some of the best research being carried out in Portugal to the world UC will be represented at the event by Vice-Rectors João Nuno Calvão da Silva (External Relations and Alumni) and Nuno Mendonça The University of Coimbra will present five projects at Expo Osaka 2025 The Multidisciplinary Institute of Ageing (MIA Portugal) an area of concern for both countries due to their ageing populations; Activas - a disruptive and diverse response to the challenges posed by an ageing population one of the biggest challenges for current societies particularly in the environment and built spaces; UAS4Litter involves the use of drones equipped with optical and multispectral sensors to autonomously detect and inspect marine litter in coastal areas; Reefs - an innovative device that generates energy from ocean waves The Atlantic Coast HUB of the Coimbra Region is a networked ecosystem designed to create and retain new businesses in the region through proximity to excellent technical and scientific competencies; Finally the Figueira da Foz Campus - UC Mar - a project that aims to promote the creation and dissemination of innovative processes in the fish sector as well as the transfer of knowledge through partnerships between scientists and fishermen The UAS4Litter project is being developed in collaboration with the Japanese government and involves an interdisciplinary team that could lead to the implementation of a low-cost drone system for detecting marine litter along the Japanese coast the University of Coimbra is working with the Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO) to connect Portuguese projects with Japanese companies The Portugal Pavilion will feature a dedicated space for the University of Coimbra including a digital table that will allow visitors to connect live to the UC Patio das Escolas and interact with a UC representative Visitors will also be able to explore these projects in detail and learn about UC history and heritage through virtual tours using virtual reality glasses Read today's Portuguese stories delivered to your email Coimbra Railway Station will be closed from the 12th so that works to convert the railway to the Metrobus solution can continue In a statement sent to Lusa agency, Metro Mondego indicated that the suppression of connections to Coimbra Station will occur shortly after the departure of the train that leaves at 0:20 am on the 12th “With the construction of the Mondego Mobility System the railway connection between Coimbra B and Coimbra stations (also known as Estação Nova) will be definitively deactivated” From that day onwards and until the section of the Mondego Mobility System which will connect the Portagem to Coimbra B Metro Mondego will ensure a road transfer system between the two stations “This system, which will be free for CP passengers in places that will be properly signposted” the buses that will provide this service will be properly identified and there will be support staff to ensure the routing of passengers “The expected frequency is 12 buses per hour ensuring connection to all trains that currently arrive (or depart) from Coimbra Station and which will end at the station Coimbra B” The works on this section of the Mondego Mobility System, under the responsibility of Infraestruturas de Portugal allowing the Metrobus to make the connection between Portagem and Coimbra B from that date onwards” We appreciate that not everyone can afford to pay for our services but if you are able to we ask you to support The Portugal News by making a contribution – no matter how small You can change how much you give or cancel your contributions at any time Send us your comments or opinion on this article Reaching over 400,000 people a week with news about Portugal The University of Coimbra (UC) stands out again in the 15th edition of the QS World University Rankings by Subject, which ranks higher education institutions (HEIs) worldwide in various scientific fields. The rankings are based on five performance indicators that assess academic reputation, employer reputation and faculty research. Out of more than 5,000 universities worldwide, UC is ranked among the top 100 in Petroleum Engineering (51-100), the top 200 in History and Pharmacy & Pharmacology (151-200), and the top 300 in Archaeology (201-260), Linguistics (201-250), Modern Languages (201-250), Civil Engineering (201-275), Medicine (251-300), Law (251-300), Psychology (251-300), and Sociology (251-300). When analysed by category, UC also strengthens its position among the world’s best in Life Sciences and Medicine (top 300), Natural Sciences, Engineering and Technology, and Arts and Humanities (top 400), and Social Sciences and Management (top 500). The QS World University Rankings by Subject ranks HEIs by field of knowledge. It assesses institutions worldwide using indicators of academic reputation, employer perception, and citations in scientific publications. This edition evaluated more than 5,200 institutions and 21,000 programmes in 100 countries. The methodology uses indicators that measure academic reputation based on surveys of international academics, employer reputation, citations per article, and international research collaborations. The QS by Subject methodology combines employer and academic survey data with bibliometric indicators from the Scopus/Elsevier database. In the 2025 edition, the QS World University Rankings by Subject assessed 5,203 institutions worldwide. The Coimbra Conventual and Contemporary Sweets Exhibition making the event the largest in the country in terms of number of exhibitors The event has, internationally, stands from Spain (Salamanca, Zamora and Santiago de Compostela) and France (Aix-en-Provence). The 14th Conventual and Contemporary Sweets Exhibition of Coimbra takes place on the 22nd and 23rd of March, in different areas of the Convent of São Francisco (CSF). Rafael Nascimento explained that one of the new features of this edition is the opening of the CSF Cloister to host the initiative. The space will house confectioners and will have a ‘lounge’ area, aiming, in addition to safety and comfort, to “open up contact and the possibility of enjoying a heritage” that the Convent possesses to the public. Throughout the weekend of March 22nd and 23rd, in addition to sweets and two craft breweries, the public will be able to enjoy activities such as ‘workshops’, one of which is aimed at children, on Sunday, and an artistic program, with two shows scheduled to take place. The program also includes knowledge and tasting workshops, promoted by the Coimbra Hotel and Tourism School and the Coimbra Confectioners Association, in addition to the “Twinned Sweets” activity, which is also taking place for the first time and where the public will be able to learn about the Spanish way of making almond cake. In addition to permanent entertainment, the Exhibition will “value intangible heritage” with a craft exhibition. The mayor of Coimbra, José Manuel Silva, throughout the conference, argued that events of this type “are only possible with partnerships”, revealing an investment of 63 thousand euros. “The Exhibition has been growing, invading other parts of the Convent”, said the mayor, highlighting the implementation of the tourist tax, “a healthy source of income”, to promote events that make Coimbra more attractive. The 14th Exhibition of Conventual and Contemporary Sweets of Coimbra will take place at the Convento São Francisco, between 2 pm and 10 pm on March 22nd and between 10 am and 8 pm the following day. We appreciate that not everyone can afford to pay for our services but if you are able to, we ask you to support The Portugal News by making a contribution – no matter how small. You can change how much you give or cancel your contributions at any time. 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Reaching over 400,000 people a week with news about Portugal, written in English, Dutch, German, French, Swedish, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Romanian, Turkish and Chinese. “It’s exciting to be signing a long-term deal with Halifax and means a lot to me that the club is thinking about me after my final U21 season and want me to be here past next season,” Coimbra said “I’m excited to get more experience here in the CPL which has seen some great players put the league on the map like Kwasi (Poku) and (Joel) Waterman take the next step and one day earn my first call-up to the Canadian national team.” Coimbra is entering his third season as a Wanderer after signing with the club in December of 2022 has seven goals and two assists over his first two seasons in Halifax Coimbra was also third among all CPL players in non-penalty goals per 90 minutes in 2024 “We’re thrilled to extend our agreement with Tiago after two promising years here in Halifax,” sporting director Matt Fegan said “Tiago is a player who echoes our club’s emphasis on work-rate and he connects with the fans with his tireless tenacity We believe Tiago has a big future in the game and that he is a tremendously valuable asset to the club We’re delighted he has committed to continuing his development with the Wanderers and we are fully committed to helping him develop ” Born in Brazil when he was nine and spent time playing with local club Faly Academy where he played for the club’s U-17 and U-20 teams alongside several top Brazilian prospects including Endrick (currently at Real Madrid) Coimbra has also played for the Canadian U-20 national team scoring once during the 2022 Concacaf men’s Under-20 Championship The @VWcanada Moment of the Match in Halifax is Tiago Coimbra's match-winning goal! 🎯 #CanPL #TheOutcome I 📺@onesoccer pic.twitter.com/Hrfx7g04X1 “Tiago’s impressive physical and technical characteristics are the perfect combination for our system confidence and commitment on the pitch again next season,” Wanderers head coach Patrice Gheisar said he’s already one of the best finishers in the league and has very high potential We’re committed to seeing him make a continued impact on our team.” For the 2025 season Coimbra has received permission from the club to change his jersey number from #19 to #9 Janet Cardiff and George Bures Miller are the artists selected for the 2025 edition of the Solo Show a monographic exhibition that Anozero promotes between biennials The Canadian-based duo are internationally acclaimed for their immersive multimedia sound installations and captivating audio and video walks They will be in Coimbra to present over a dozen works which will be exhibited at the Santa Clara-a-Nova Monastery from 5 April to 5 July The 'Factory of Shadows' is the title of the exhibition curated by the Coimbra Plastic Arts Circle (CAPC) and other vintage tech gadgets—their work engages all the viewer's senses exploring in particular the sculptural qualities of sound The Factory of Shadows serves as "a trigger for revisiting our individual and collective memories." Given the complex history and architectural significance of the Santa Clara-a-Nova monastery—a religious site later transformed into a military barracks and now home to Anozero—'The Factory of Shadows' seeks to offer fresh interpretations of this monastic complex reframing both the artists' work and the space itself The presence of this artistic duo in such an iconic building firmly establishes it as a key venue for contemporary art in Portugal and Europe [Read more] Janet Cardiff and George Bures Miller represented Canada at the 49th Venice Biennale where they received the Premio Speciale and the Benesse Prize they have exhibited at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Monterrey The Netherlands (2018); the 21st Century Museum Australia (2014); the Metropolitan Museum of Art they were awarded Germany’s Käthe Kollwitz Prize.’ Anozero - Coimbra Biennial has been organised since 2015 by the Coimbra Plastic Arts Circle in partnership with Coimbra City Council and the University of Coimbra fostering reflection on the classification of the University of Coimbra – Alta and Sofia as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013 With an average of 100,000 visitors per edition Anozero - Coimbra Biennial is the most visited contemporary art event in the country Collaborative project with Coimbra University which is one of our partners has been successfully selected by Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia (FCT) this time With an aim to be aware of the trend of other countries by involving globally active researchers this project team consists of a representative from Germany and Japan respectively as well as researchers from Coimbra University and EU Joint Research Centre Civil Engineering and Industrial Management Engineering) participates in this project as the representative from Japan Coimbra University and NITech have achieved a great performance in bilateral collaboration both in research and student exchange which led to the conclusion of the Agreement for Academic Exchange in March 2020 this background also brought the successful result this time This program with the theme "Assessment of the effects of climate change on the safety of steel and composite structures using Generative Adversarial Networks (GAN) and Advanced Surrogate Models" will be implemented for five years from now and it is highly expected to contribute to the quantitative structural performance evaluation against various external factors that the recent climate change will cause 　 Shinpei Yoshioka (in the first year of the Master's program as of 2019) Takeshi Onogi (in the second year of the Master's program as of 2019) Back to International Relations News The city of Coimbra will host a festive lineup of 100 events over 59 days this holiday season, centred around “Magic Land” taking place from November 12 to January 5 The activities will span various city locations Alta and new areas such as Largo da Cruz de Celas The festive lights extend beyond the usual spots will take place at Parque Verde do Mondego on the left bank of Santa Clara’s Choupalinho area with a variety of attractions such as 21 amusement rides ☃️🎅🎄 A 2ª edição do Coimbra Magic Land arranca já amanhã, no antigo Choupalinho, na margem esquerda do Parque Verde do Mondego. 📌 Entrada livre!📅 15 de novembro | 18h00 – 24h00🌐 Programação completa: https://t.co/DdCIg3NBH0ℹ https://t.co/mqm7obpPit pic.twitter.com/ODTLp3RGq1 Organised by the City Council in collaboration with Vertente Versátil, “Magic Land offers free entry, though rides require tickets. The event also features a Christmas Market with 100 vendors from outside Coimbra to complement the local market held at Praça do Comércio by the União de Freguesias de Coimbra. In addition, other key elements of the programme include the opening of Cabral Antunes’ Nativity Scene on December 14 at Rua da Sofia, a Christmas charity concert by the Orquestra Clássica do Centro e Coro Essences Voices at Convento de São Francisco on December 21, and a holiday-themed store window contest for local merchants from December 1 to January 6. On December 15, “Santa Claus on Wheels” will bring a classic car exhibition to Praça 8 de Maio and Rua Visconde da Luz. Returning to the programme is an enhanced videomapping show, promising even more impact than last year, with dates to be announced soon. The main Christmas Market will run from November 29 to December 22 at Praça do Comércio. A group of scientists from the Faculty of Sciences and Technology of the University of Coimbra (FCTUC) has been honoured with the prestigious Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics 2025 awarded to the ATLAS Collaboration at CERN's Large Hadron Collider (LHC) ATLAS is one of the largest and most complex scientific instruments ever built More than 40 metres long and around 25 metres high it is a universal particle detector designed to probe the fundamental building blocks of matter and the forces that govern our universe Its state-of-the-art systems record particle collisions at unprecedented energies enabling discoveries such as the Higgs boson and the search for new physics beyond the Standard Model The Breakthrough Prize specifically highlights the significant contributions of the ATLAS collaboration to particle physics namely detailed measurements of the properties of the Higgs boson the study of rare processes and matter-antimatter asymmetry and exploring nature under the most extreme conditions "This award is a testament to the dedication and ingenuity of the ATLAS collaboration and our colleagues at the LHC experiments It recognises the collective vision and monumental effort of thousands of ATLAS collaborators worldwide," says ATLAS spokesperson Stephane Willocq Professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst The University of Coimbra has been at the forefront of ATLAS research since its inception contributing to the construction and operation of the TileCal calorimeter the LHC's computing infrastructure and several other critical systems that have enabled the experiment to run smoothly It has also been at the forefront of some of the most important measurements in the fields of Higgs physics as well as helping to shape the scientific direction of the experiment "The Portuguese ATLAS team has delivered top-notch contributions to the experiment both in physical studies and in the development of the technologies that make them possible," says Ricardo Gonçalo a professor at FCTUC and a researcher at the Laboratory for Instrumentation and Experimental Particle Physics (LIP) "This recognition confirms the impact of our contributions and inspires us to continue exploring the most fundamental questions in physics," adds Helmut Wolters also a professor at FCTUC and a researcher at LIP "The scientific advances that motivated this award demonstrate the ingenuity of the ATLAS Collaboration not only in building this experiment of extraordinary precision but also in continuing to strive to use the experiment to improve our understanding of the Universe," the scientists claim With the LHC's third operating period now underway preparations for the upgrade to the High Luminosity LHC are progressing rapidly The FCTUC team is currently leading the development of various components of the High Granularity Time Detector in preparation for the LHC's High Luminosity period when collision rates will increase by a factor of ten from 2030 "We are now preparing the ATLAS detectors of the future which will harness this unprecedented data and further expand our understanding of the fundamental building blocks of the Universe." The University of Coimbra (UC) has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability and climate action by signing the Durham Declaration on the Collaboration of Coimbra Group Universities on Climate Change and Sustainability on the 26th of March during the Coimbra Group Climate Symposium held this week in Durham Representatives from the 39 universities of the Coimbra Group signed the declaration reaffirming their commitment to strengthening and improving sustainability strategies through seven principles and 12 initiatives that highlight the pivotal role of universities as agents of chang thus hoping that this commitment will inspire new ways of engaging the student community in climate action and in building a more sustainable future Some of the principles in this document recognise that universities are agents of change with the opportunity each year to raise awareness within their academic community of the challenges and the need for action towards environmental and social sustainability; Support and collaborate with public and private organisations to enhance knowledge transfer on climate change and create synergies; Commitment to lead by example through responsible and sustainable initiatives on their campuses; Recognising the need to strengthen collaborative efforts and synergies between universities and partners to achieve new outcomes and initiatives addressing sustainability challenges The declaration also lists 12 initiatives that the Coimbra Group intends to implement namely: ‘Sharing the benefits and impacts of our research on understanding climate change as a societal challenge through Coimbra Group organised events.; Supporting and promoting cooperation among members and across Working Groups and partners to secure research funding related to the climate emergency; Promoting climate education and the UN Sustainable Development Goals within our universities and with regional national and European stakeholders; Developing policies that support our ambitions to protect enhance and sustain buildings and infrastructure as well as biodiversity within our campus settings; Advancing solutions to promote the sustainable mobility of university communities; Supporting expansion of student cooperation both within and among institutions to promote initiatives around climate change and a sustainability; Sharing best practice on how our EU universities meet the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive.’ “The University of Coimbra strongly commits to adopting this declaration which will guide the actions that the universities of the Coimbra Group aim to continue undertaking in their education research and innovation activities towards sustainability and reducing the impact of climate change Sustainability is a central pillar for the University of Coimbra and this document represents an opportunity to strengthen joint efforts at the European level allowing us to have a significant impact both in academic communities and in society," says the Rector of the University of Coimbra The Coimbra Group was founded in 1985 and currently includes 39 universities from 22 European countries which for 40 years has sought to create synergies to promote internationalisation Through its many activities and publications the network also aims to contribute actively to education and research policies in Europe by sharing best practices resulting from the collaborative work of its 39 members The University of Coimbra also participated in the symposium's panel "Universities as Investors" attended the session and spoke about how universities are investing in the protection of the climate the Vice-Rector presented UC's key investments highlighting the integration of these issues into education and research as well as the increasing investment in renewable energy and biodiversity conservation initiatives She also discussed future projects aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals and the UC Strategic Plan 2023-2027 "The University of Coimbra has been at the forefront of climate action reinforcing its role as a direct investor in addressing one of the greatest global challenges - the climate emergency In addition to showcasing UC's experience and the investments we have made these discussion forums provide an opportunity to share best practices and foster dialogue among higher education institutions thus accelerating the achievement of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals," said Patrícia Pereira da Silva The 'Universities as Investors' panel also discussed the challenges universities face in attracting future investment for sustainability the role of European funding in shaping universities' positions on supporting sustainable research and the steps universities are taking to publicise the impact of their investments The Durham Declaration on the Collaboration of Coimbra Group Universities on Climate Change and Sustainability is available at www.coimbra-group.eu/durham-declaration/ The Coimbra Conventual and Contemporary Sweets Exhibition is gearing up to be the largest confectionery festival in Portugal in terms of exhibitor numbers the event will welcome 48 confectioners from across the country—including the Azores and Madeira—and will also feature international participants from Spain (Salamanca Santiago de Compostela) and France (Aix-en-Provence) taking place at the Convent of São Francisco (CSF) has grown significantly and now includes a lounge area in the CSF Cloister and a chance for visitors to experience the convent’s heritage up close Beyond sampling sweet treats from Portugal and beyond visitors can explore two local craft breweries attend workshops (one specifically for children on Sunday) and enjoy an artistic programme featuring two shows ‘Twinned Sweets’ will introduce attendees to the Spanish take on almond cake Additional highlights include tasting sessions led by the Coimbra Hotel and Tourism School and the Coimbra Confectioners Association all designed to immerse visitors in the region’s sweet traditions The mayor of Coimbra, José Manuel Silva, revealed that the event has an overall investment of €63,000, supported in part by a tourist tax that helps fund initiatives aimed at boosting the city’s appeal With its expanded footprint and new areas of the convent now in use reflecting Coimbra’s commitment to cultural heritage and community partnerships Running from 2 pm to 10 pm on 22 March and 10 am to 8 pm on 23 March this year’s edition promises an unmissable experience for sweet-toothed travellers and local residents alike Find more news about portugal The University of Coimbra (UC) begins 2025 by celebrating the timeless legacy of Luís de Camões one of the greatest icons of world literature The CAMÕES 500 exhibition invites the public to explore different facets of the life and work of the poet whose connection with Coimbra is deeply rooted It will open on 9 January at 4 pm in the São Pedro Room of the General Library of the University of Coimbra (BGUC) The exhibition reflects the continuing relevance of the poet and his work in the global cultural and literary panorama and will be open until 10 June 2025 Five hundred years after the probable date of Luís de Camões' birth (around 1524/1525) and 'despite the many changes that have affected the world and humanity since then hear and read Camões is still very much alive' CAMÕES 500 is divided into four thematic sections offering the public a unique opportunity to understand Camões as an immortal figure while exploring his multiple facets and cultural impact The general programme of the UC celebrations of the 500th anniversary of the birth of Luís de Camões will be presented at the official opening of the exhibition which will recreate the musical atmosphere of the Camões era at 5.30 pm The presentation of the programme will include speeches by the UC Vice-Rector for Culture Delfim Leão; the Director of the UC General Library Manuel Portela; the Commissioner General for the Commemorations of the 5th Centenary of Luís de Camões (and Full Professor at the UC Faculty of Arts and Humanities) José Augusto Bernardes; and the curators of the exhibition (and members of the organising committee of the UC commemorations of the 500th anniversary of Luís de Camões' birth) The city played a key role in shaping the poet's intellectual and emotional journey and is forever linked to his memory With its rich cultural and humanist heritage Coimbra is the perfect setting to celebrate five centuries of Camões' legacy Syn-Pro by SISIS Cricket Groundcare Machinery With the tournament only just getting underway it's hard to speak on form of the sides who will be one to watch with the bat and ball Amir Dar will look to be in the mix of runs and wickets for Lisbon Capitals; whilst Jaswant Singh will aim to be in the wickets Cricket Betting Tips and Match Predictions* - PrePlay Top Batter (Runs Scored) - Junaid Khan (Coimbra Knights) Top Bowler (Wickets taken) - Junaid Khan (Coimbra Knights), Amir Dar (Lisbon Capitals) Most Sixes – Junaid Khan (Coimbra Knights) Player of the Match- Amir Dar (Lisbon Capitals) Team Scores Batting first – Coimbra Knights 110+ Who will win the toss? – Lisbon Capitals Top Batter (Runs Scored) - Junaid Khan (Coimbra Knights), Amir Dar (Lisbon Capitals) Top Bowler (Wickets taken) - Junaid Khan (Coimbra Knights), Amir Dar (Lisbon Capitals) Most Sixes – Junaid Khan (Coimbra Knights), Amir Dar (Lisbon Capitals) Team Scores Batting first – Coimbra Knights 110+ Live Cricket Streaming ECSN Portugal T10 2025: The live cricket streaming page which enables you to watch live cricket - Geo-restrictions apply *NB these predictions may be changed nearer the start of the match once the final starting teams have been announced and we will be running ‘In-Play’ features Maria da Glória Ferreira Pinto Dias Garcia Maria da Glória Ferreira Pinto Dias Garcia holds a law degree from the University of Coimbra and is a full professor at the Faculty of Law of the Portuguese Catholic University She has been a member of various legislative drafting committees including those responsible for the Portuguese Nationality Act and the revision of the Administrative Procedure Code She has also drafted the Statutes of the Notarial Profession and of the Portuguese Chamber of Notaries Her research and publications focus on administrative law She has been a full member of the Lisbon Academy of Sciences since 2021 She has been awarded the following honours: Grand Officer of the Order of Prince Henry (1995) and Grand Cross of the Order of Public Instruction (2016) She has also held the positions of Director of the Faculty of Law of the Portuguese Catholic University Vice-Rector and Rector of the same institution She has also conducted research and taught at several Portuguese and international universities "It was with emotion and a deep sense of responsibility that I was elected President of the General Council of the University of Coimbra I return to the cradle of my academic education with a mixture of gratitude and commitment to serve the University which despite celebrating its 735th anniversary on 1 March remains a project to be continued with a great potential to realise with its 35 members from different generations and backgrounds will do everything in its power to fulfil its mission," said Maria da Glória Pinto Dias Garcia The newly elected President was chosen from a list of ten external personalities appointed on 14 February for the 2024-2028 term of the General Council of the University of Coimbra The General Council of the University of Coimbra is composed of eighteen representatives of academic staff and researchers two representatives of non-teaching and non-research staff and ten distinguished external members For more information on the members, duties and responsibilities of the UC General Council, please visit https://www.uc.pt/governo/cons_geral/ This partnership is a "significant step towards an even closer relationship" between the University of Coimbra (UC) and the Local Health Unit of Coimbra (ULS) opened the ceremony and outlined the main objectives of the agreement: "We want to strengthen other areas in addition to health sciences The agreement intends to strengthen these areas through the UC Factory Academy programme which "promotes the relationship between the business community and the UC" by offering internships and research opportunities in partnership with the Coimbra Local Health Unit (ULS)," explains Gabriela Fernandes There are also plans for an annual Innovation Award with the ULS "funding three projects" in these strategic areas praises the "multidisciplinary nature" of this collaboration "We need to be able to move from the clinical dimension to the non-clinical," which is now "crucial in areas such as logistics and the development of medical devices." This agreement will "enable the University of Coimbra's research to be conducted in collaboration with the Coimbra Local Health Unit (ULS) thereby contributing to improve and strengthen clinical activity," adds Amílcar Falcão this agreement represents "the fulfilment of a shared vision grounded in the firm belief that innovation and technology can and should serve people's health and well-being." He highlighted the "historic and deeply symbiotic" relationship between the University of Coimbra (UC) and ULS Coimbra Alexandre Lourenço believes that with partners like the University of Coimbra ULS can "overcome many of the challenges" it faces Malo Qalandars have looked the strongest side thus far Lakshan Weerakoon currenty leads Coimbra Knights in runs whilst the wickets have been evenly spread out, Weerakoon in with those as well with Najam Shahzad leading Malo Qalandars in wickets Top Batter (Runs Scored) - Asim Sarwar (Malo Qalandars), Lakshan Weerakoon (Coimbra Knights) Top Bowler (Wickets taken) - Najam Shahzad (Malo Qalandars), Lakshan Weerakoon (Coimbra Knights) Most Sixes – Asim Sarwar (Malo Qalandars), Lakshan Weerakoon (Coimbra Knights) Player of the Match- Asim Sarwar (Malo Qalandars) Team Scores Batting first – Malo Qalandars 120+, Coimbra Knights 100+ Top Batter (Runs Scored) - Asim Sarwar (Malo Qalandars), Lakshan Weerakoon (Coimbra Knights) Top Bowler (Wickets taken) - Najam Shahzad (Malo Qalandars), Lakshan Weerakoon (Coimbra Knights) Most Sixes – Asim Sarwar (Malo Qalandars), Lakshan Weerakoon (Coimbra Knights) Player of the Match- Asim Sarwar (Malo Qalandars) Live Cricket Streaming ECSN Portugal T10 2025: The live cricket streaming page which enables you to watch live cricket - Geo-restrictions apply The Declaration sets out seven principles that all member universities of the Coimbra Group will follow on climate change and sustainability the Coimbra Group is an association of long-established European multi-disciplinary universities of high international standard The Declaration will also contribute to discussions at the upcoming COP30 Climate Conference further enhancing the Coimbra Group’s international influence The university partners will commit to seven key principles including the responsibility to educate our students and prepare them with the skills needed to address the challenges of climate change They will also ensure researchers across all universities continue and further develop vital research to help transition to more sustainable lives for all Universities in Europe have been at the forefront of efforts to combat climate change and embed sustainability in all areas of life But the need for change to address climate change through research education and policy engagement is now more urgent than ever Building on the outcomes of the Coimbra Group’s 2021 High-Level Seminar on Research Policy held in Geneva we hosted the inaugural two-day 2025 Coimbra Group (CG) Climate Symposium as part of the CG’s 40th anniversary celebrations in March ranking 22nd in the 2025 QS World University Rankings for Sustainability. We’re also ranked eighth in the UK and 12th in Europe.  They are a key indicator of how universities are tackling the world’s greatest environmental We have ambitious targets to reduce our environmental impact including achieving biodiversity net gain by 2032 and and increasing our recycling rate to 70% by 2040 We have an Energy and Sustainability team focused on helping the University and students minimise climate change impact The Coimbra Group has established a scholarship programme that enables young researchers from outside the EU to conduct part of their research at a Coimbra Group university More than 20 universities participated in the programme in 2022 The University of Bergen will join this initiative from 2025 Participation in the programme is a means to strengthen the University of Bergen’s increased focus on Africa The University of Bergen will participate in the Coimbra Group scholarship programme by offering two scholarships with a duration of 1 to 3 months The University of Bergen has defined the following requirements for the two scholarships: Candidates should contact relevant academic departments at the University of Bergen directly Departments are free to decide whether they wish to accept a scholar under this scheme the supervisor’s department will prepare an invitation letter to be included in the application Applications should be sent to the Coimbra Group according to the information on the programme’s website The University of Bergen has been a member of the Coimbra Group network since 1995 Rosa Nogueira Division of Research and Innovation rosa.nogueira@uib.no