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ITQB NOVA recebe 3ª e última eliminatória das Olimpíadas Portuguesas de Biologia

Este sábado, 10 de maio, o ITQB NOVA recebeu mais uma edição da 3ª e última eliminatória das Olimpíadas Portuguesas de Biologia, juntamente com o INIAV. Os vencedores vão ser conhecidos a 18 de maio, no Pavilhão do Conhecimento – Ciência Viva.

Experts gathered in Oeiras to discuss One Health

The workshop brought together professionals from all over the country to ITQB NOVA to discuss plant science and its role in global challenges.

Applications for ITQB NOVA master's are open!

Adding to the previous offer in Computational Biology and Bioinformatics, Biochemistry for Health, Medical Microbiology and Science Communication, this year, you can also apply to a new course in Plant Biology for Sustainable Agriculture.

ITQB NOVA research units renew FCT's ‘Excellent’ rating

The three research units affiliated with ITQB NOVA have been once again distinguished with “Excellent”, the highest rating in the national evaluation by the Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT).

New tool helps researchers better understand protein interactions

ITQB NOVA researchers have developed a computational tool to better understand how molecules interact in complex biological systems.

A bacterial spray to keep respiratory infections away?

A new study found that harmless bacteria that live in our upper respiratory tract inhibit the growth of Streptococcus pneumoniae, a leading cause of respiratory infections. The study opens a possibility for probiotic-based therapies, such as nasal sprays, with the potential to reduce colonization by this pathogen.

Researcher returns to primary school to teach students about viruses

Carolina Buga, PhD student at ITQB NOVA, visited her former primary school to engage students in the world of science through the “Cientista regressa à escola” programme.

Casa cheia no Dia Aberto do ITQB NOVA

Cerca de duas mil pessoas passaram pelo ITQB NOVA no passado sábado, 15 de março, em mais uma edição do seu Dia Aberto, que convidou a uma jornada totalmente dedicada à ciência.

Dia Aberto do ITQB NOVA 2025: Visite-nos!

A 15 de março (sábado) visite-nos, para um dia cheio de atividades para todas as idades. A entrada é livre!

How dangerous foodborne bacteria resist common disinfectants

A new study by ITQB NOVA researchers found out a new mechanism through which Listeria monocytogenes, a human pathogenic bacteria, survives food safety strategies and the immune system. These findings have important implications for public health and food safety.

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