NEWS

Our latest news about everything AIR Centre is involved.

Event

Portuguese Science Summit Innovation 2026 mobilises Portugal’s research community for future priorities

calendar_today July 17, 2026

The AIR Centre took part in the Portuguese Science Summit Innovation 2026, held on 15–16 July at the Lisbon Convention Center, marking the first major event organised by Portugal’s newly established Agency for Research and Innovation (AI²).

Innovation

Brazil and Portugal deepen cooperation as Fiocruz inaugurates Lisbon Office

calendar_today July 16, 2026

On 15 July 2026, the AIR Centre took part in the official visit of Brazil’s Minister of Health, Alexandre Padilha, marking the formal launch of the Fundação Oswaldo Cruz (Fiocruz) Office in Lisbon. The new office is located in the same building that also hosts ApexBrasil, Embratur and Sebrae, reinforcing Brazil’s institutional presence in Portugal and expanding opportunities for bilateral cooperation.

Collaboration

Meeting with the Hon Consul‑General of the Kingdom of Tonga strengthens dialogue on ocean science and climate cooperation

calendar_today July 9, 2026

On 2 July, the AIR Centre hosted a meeting at its Lisbon office with the Comendador Anthony Bailey, Honourable Consul-General of His Majesty The King of Tonga to the Portuguese Republic. The discussion brought together AIR Centre Executive Director Miguel Miranda, Deputy Executive Director Mafalda Carapuço, and researcher Ana Faria, marking the beginning of a promising dialogue between the two nations.

Event

Advancing whale‑ship collision mitigation through technology and ethical maritime practices

calendar_today July 6, 2026

Last week, on 1 July, the AIR Centre took part in the IMarEST Ethics in the Maritime Industry Symposium in Southampton, United Kingdom. The event brought together professionals from regulation, engineering, academia, and industry to reflect on the ethical responsibilities shaping today’s maritime sector, from sustainability and emerging technologies to responsible leadership at sea.

Event

From Space to Decision: Atlantic stakeholders convene in Lisbon to advance geospatial services

calendar_today July 1, 2026

On 30 June, the AIR Centre, +ATLANTIC and GEOSAT hosted "From Space to Decision: Services for Atlantic Challenges" at the Museu das Comunicações in Lisbon, under the New Space Portugal Agenda.

Collaboration

Participatory Assembly in Terceira helps define Azorean Biodiversity Pilot Sites

calendar_today June 29, 2026

On 18 June, AIR Centre researchers Adriano Lima, Joana Soares, and Mariana Ávila took part in the Participatory Assembly of Terceira Island. Held at the University of the Azores in Angra do Heroísmo, the event was part of the BioMUST4All project.

Research

AIR Centre reconvenes its PhD scholars at the 2nd Annual Meeting to mark a year of ocean research

calendar_today June 26, 2026

The AIR Centre held its 2nd PhD Scholarship Annual Meeting on 24 and 25 June, welcoming 22 doctoral students from around the world as part of its international PhD Scholarships Programme.

Collaboration

AIR Centre participates in CopernicusLAC Chile Caribbean Regional Workshop in Barbados

calendar_today June 17, 2026

This week, the AIR Centre, represented by Executive Director Miguel Miranda, Deputy Executive Director Mafalda Carapuço, and researcher Ana Faria, is taking part in the CopernicusLAC Chile Caribbean Regional Workshop, taking place in Bridgetown, Barbados, from 16 to 18 June.

Event

World Conference on Marine Biodiversity announces scientific programme for it's 7th edition

calendar_today June 15, 2026

The scientific programme for the 7th World Conference on Marine Biodiversity (WCMB) has been officially announced, marking an important milestone for the global marine science community.