Celebrating Women's Day: Honouring UCIBIO Women Leaders
On March 8th, we come together to celebrate the International Women’s Day, a moment to recognize the achievements, resilience, and invaluable contributions of women across all fields. This year, we take this opportunity to pay tribute to four remarkable women who played a fundamental role in the foundation and growth of UCIBIO. Their dedication, scientific excellence, and leadership have not only shaped UCIBIO but should also serve as an inspiration for future generations of women and men in science.
UCIBIO researchers committed to advancing Rare Disease research
On February 28, 2025, UCIBIO joins the global community in recognizing Rare Disease Day, a worldwide movement dedicated to raising awareness and advocating for equity in healthcare, diagnosis, and treatment for the 300 million people living with a rare disease, as well as their families and caregivers.
UCIBIO researchers develop a more affordable and sustainable microalgae production process
A new study led by Filomena Freitas from the Biochemical Engineering Research Lab at UCIBIO-NOVA has been published in the Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering.
Culture Collection of Porto (CCP) joins ECCO
The UCIBIO Facility Culture Collection of Porto (CCP) has become an official member of the European Culture Collections’ Organisation (ECCO). This is a significant milestone that underscores CCP’s commitment to the preservation, research, and dissemination of microbial biodiversity. By becoming a member of ECCO, CCP enhances its role in the global effort to protect and utilize microbial resources for scientific and industrial advancements.