UC News
Storms expose risks along Portugal’s coast: iCOAST gives communities a voice
The new project combines science and citizen participation to protect coastal populations from erosion and climate change.
05 February, 2026
05 February, 2026
Winners of the ‘Seed Projects for Interdisciplinary Research’ announced today
05 February, 2026
University of Coimbra launches 5th edition of ‘Empreende UC’
04 February, 2026
World Cancer Day marked at the University of Coimbra with symbolic giant ribbon
03 February, 2026
University of Coimbra takes part in Forum on Artificial Intelligence and Innovation in the United States
04 February, 2026
World Cancer Day marked at the University of Coimbra with symbolic giant ribbon
03 February, 2026
University of Coimbra takes part in Forum on Artificial Intelligence and Innovation in the United States
03 February, 2026
UC School of Nursing helps develop app to boost cancer screening among vulnerable populations
02 February, 2026
Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al-Qasimi awarded the Grand Collar of the Order of Camões

Events

03 February, 2026
Award ceremony for ‘Seed Projects for Interdisciplinary Research’ to be held this Thursday
02 February, 2026
Women who Inspire science: speed mentoring at the University of Coimbra
30 January, 2026
Registrations open for European Investment Bank course
23 January, 2026
UC Faculty of Medicine hosts debate on 'Health Diplomacy'

Academia

04 February, 2026
World Cancer Day marked at the University of Coimbra with symbolic giant ribbon
02 February, 2026
Tai Chi, Qigong and Martial Arts classes available at the UC Wellbeing Centre
29 January, 2026
“Arts for the Blues”: How creativity can boost mental health
29 January, 2026
Pedagogical Survey – 1st semester 2025/2026

Merit

05 February, 2026
Winners of the ‘Seed Projects for Interdisciplinary Research’ announced today
11 December, 2025
Acelera@UC Proof of Concept 2025 — Winners Announced
05 December, 2025
University of Coimbra PhD thesis wins REN Prize 2025
04 December, 2025
University of Coimbra celebrates excellence at first Scientific Publication Incentive Awards

Sustainable Development

29 January, 2026
UC joins 3rd edition of the Circular Economy Pact, strengthening its commitment to sustainability
28 January, 2026
International study presents practical guide on how AI can enhance ocean protection
23 January, 2026
New endemic plant species discovered on the cliffs of the Tagus Estuary
21 January, 2026
Erasmus Giving Back: the initiative that helps mobility students and promotes sustainability
20 January, 2026
International project aims to improve decision-making on climate change, migration, and energy insecurity

Applications

05 February, 2026
University of Coimbra launches 5th edition of ‘Empreende UC’
30 January, 2026
Registrations open for European Investment Bank course
29 January, 2026
“Arts for the Blues”: How creativity can boost mental health
23 January, 2026
UC Faculty of Medicine hosts debate on 'Health Diplomacy'

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