Professors Nuno Jardim Nunes and Valentina Nisi, from the Interactive Technologies Institute (ITI), were invited to speak at the Innovation Lab Shanghai.The event focused on design, ecology, and the role of digital technologies in shaping more sustainable futures. Both researchers, currently Visiting Professors at the QUT Design Lab in Australia, shared key outcomes of ITI-led […]
On April 12, Raquel Yam, Executive Director of the Interactive Technologies Institute (ITI), took the stage at NEXT MBA 2025, one of the world’s leading educational business forums. Held at the iconic Almaty Arena in Kazakhstan, the event brought together global experts, business leaders, and innovators to explore the forces shaping the future of business, […]
The Interactive Technologies Institute wants to allow young students to experience the field of Human-Computer Interaction, contributing to their academic excellence from an early stage. Therefore, we invite highly motivated students to apply for a research assistant position running this Summer. We offer 13 Summer Internships (BIIC) starting in June 2025, with a fixed duration […]
The Centro Cultural de Belém (CCB) is pleased to invite you to the opening of Interespécies, an exhibition curated by Mariana Pestana, and the reopening of the Architecture Center at MAC/CCB. The event will take place on April 2 at 19:00 at Garagem Sul, followed by a live performance by Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith at 19:15, […]
The Institute of Interactive Technologies (ITI) and LARSYS (Laboratory of Robotics and Engineering Systems) are making a remarkable impact at CHI 2025, one of the most prestigious conferences in the field of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). Their outstanding contributions include six full papers, two of which received the prestigious Honorable Mention award (top 5%), two Late-Breaking […]
Researchers from the Interactive Technologies Institute (ITI), Nuno Jardim Nunes and Valentina Nisi, were recently invited to speak at the National University of Singapore (NUS), where they presented insights on digital storytelling, cultural heritage, and sustainability through technology. Their talks, deeply connected to ongoing European projects, highlighted the intersection of interactive technologies, design, and participatory […]
The ITI CHI Talks are back. The first session of 2025 will take place on March 14, from 12:00 PM to 1:15 PM, and will be available both in person—on Funchal Island and in Lisbon—and remotely. This edition brings together three ITI researchers presenting their latest work, alongside a special guest speaker who will provide […]
The International Conference on Tangible, Embedded, and Embodied Interaction (TEI) is a globally recognized event at the intersection of design, technology, and human-computer interaction. Now in its 19th edition, TEI’25 will take place from March 4-7, 2025, in Bordeaux, France, bringing together researchers, designers, artists, and industry professionals to explore the latest advancements in tangible […]
Our most recent workshop took place at CNDB in Bucharest, Romania, from January 29th to 31st. Our researchers, Diogo Cabral and David dos Santos from the Institute of Interactive Technologies, are mentoring the artistic project “This is Unreal,” led by Liz Santoro and Pierre Godard. “This Is Unreal” explores the intersection of dance, theater, and […]
One of our recent workshops was held at Kino Siska in Ljubljana, Slovenia, from January 25th to 27th. Our researchers, Diogo Cabral and David dos Santos from the Institute of Interactive Technologies, are mentoring the artistic project “Baby,” led by Viktor Szeri and Tamás Páll. “Baby” is a research-based multimedia performance project that integrates choreography […]
Amidst shifting geopolitical landscapes, Europe is urged to strengthen its resilience through strategic autonomy. A recent article from TU Delft emphasizes the pivotal role of innovation, with a particular focus on insights from Manuel Heitor.
Paulo Ferrão and the former Secretary of State for the Environment, Inês Costa, take part in this Radio Observador podcast, in a program dedicated to Industrial Symbioses. [PT]
How can Portugal, and Europe, attract and retain young people from all over the world and to create more and better jobs for the next generations? Manuel Heitor at TedX Porto.
The conference Cities Leading the Way Towards Climate Neutrality focused on the role of cities in the transition to climate neutrality and the challenges faced in developing and implementing climate action plans.
Professor José Alberto Santos-Victor has been named Distinguished Professor of Instituto Superior Técnico in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the development and progress of the institution and the national and international scientific community. His work is an inspiration to the Técnico community, spanning all areas of academic activity: research, teaching, knowledge dissemination and valorisation, […]
We are currently inviting expressions of interest from exceptional researchers to apply for the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowships 2025, hosted at ISR-Lisboa (Institute for Systems and Robotics, Instituto Superior Técnico, LARSYS).
ISR-Lisboa welcomed two key visits in April: a Champalimaud Foundation team, led by Joe Paton, which showcased Caroline Haimerl’s research on action‑grounded AI; as well as Italy’s Università eCampus presented its labour‑market‑aligned, badge‑certified training model—together highlighting Técnico’s drive for research‑industry synergy.
LARSyS has been awarded an Excellent rating in the latest national research evaluation by FCT, as part of the 2023/2024 Multiannual R&D Funding Programme. The evaluation, which assessed scientific output from 2018 to 2023 and strategic plans through 2029, placed LARSyS among the top-performing research units in the country.
Research tends to bloom when there are opportunities to Get Together and exchange ideas. That’s why the Get Together Seminar Series by ISR-Lisboa ensures an opportunity to gather every month, not only within our community, but also with other LARSyS researchers, Técnico units and services, or industry partners.
The 2018 Research Award of the Belgian Committee of the International Water Association (BIWA) was awarded to Andreia Amaral, a joint Ph.D. student of Instituto Superior Técnico (MARETEC), Portugal and Ghent University (BIOMATH), Belgium. This year’s award was given based on the excellent research paper entitled: Towards advanced aeration modelling: from blower to bubbles to […]
The 2018 Research Award of the Belgian Committee of the International Water Association (BIWA) was awarded to Andreia Amaral, a joint Ph.D. student of Instituto Superior Técnico (MARETEC), Portugal and Ghent University (BIOMATH), Belgium. This year’s award was given based on the excellent research paper entitled: Towards advanced aeration modelling: from blower to bubbles to […]