Research

Here you’ll find all the information about the scientific research that make the University of Coimbra a reference in the national scientific production.


Research Fields and Centres

This area gathers all the information about the Research Centres of the University of Coimbra, organized by knowledge areas. 

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Institute for Interdisciplinary Research

This organic unit promotes the interrelation between knowledge and team work, to ensure the scientific research’s international consolidation of the University of Coimbra. 

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Teaching and Research Units

Here you’ll find all the information about the organic units of the University of Coimbra, which are the main foundation of the institutional, educational and scientific areas of the University of Coimbra. It’s through them that the University manages and promotes its activity.

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Knowledge transfer and entrepreneurship

The Knowledge Transfer and Innovation Unit identifies opportunities to make the transfer of innovation and knowledge of the University of Coimbra’s initiatives, both to society and for the corporate world. 

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Pedro Nunes Institute

The Pedro Nunes Institute was created by the University of Coimbra and it promotes the innovation, quality, accuracy and entrepreneurship, based on a solid relationship between the Universities and companies.

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Biocant (Biotech enterprise incubation)

This Biotech research centre is the most visible result of the University of Coimbra to build commitments with external entities. These partnerships allow the University to establish itself as a privileged partner for the progress and also the lead the process for the knowledge creation and dissemination.

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