The city of Ostrava, in the Czech Republic, hosted from April 28 to May 2, 2025 the in-person component of the Blended Intensive Program (BIP) “Industrial Past, Sustainable Future: Pathways to a Greener Tomorrow”, organized by VSB – Technical University of Ostrava. This innovative program proposes a week of reflection and learning about the challenges of the transition to a more sustainable society, using the region's industrial heritage as a starting point for building more ecological and sustainable solutions. With a multidisciplinary approach, BIP brought together students and professionals from environmental sciences, engineering, social sciences and health, promoting a rich dialogue between different areas of knowledge. ISEL was present at this BIP with a group of students from the DEETC and DEQ departments, namely: Carolina Almeida, Carolina Coelho, Cecília Marino, Diogo Silva, Renata Castalheira and Rui Salteiro, accompanied by professors Nuno Datia and António Serrador. Portuguese participation actively contributed to the discussions and proposed activities, reinforcing ISEL's commitment to international cooperation and sustainability. Throughout the week, participants had access to seminars, workshops and technical visits, exploring topics such as the reconversion of industrial areas, renewable energy, environmental public health and sustainable innovation. The BIP “Industrial Past, Sustainable Future” is part of the European effort to promote academic exchange and joint training on crucial topics for the future of the planet, contributing to the creation of knowledge and action networks between higher education institutions and their partners.  

The "Lusa Yearbook 2024" exhibition was inaugurated on April 29th, in the main hall of ISEL, a photographic exhibition that brings together some of the most memorable moments of the last year, captured by the lenses of photojournalists from Agência Lusa. This is the second time that ISEL has hosted the exhibition, reinforcing the connection between the institution and the world of journalism and visual communication. The opening session was attended by the President of ISEL, Professor José Nascimento, who welcomed the guests and thanked Lusa for its continued collaboration. In his speech, he referred to the agency as a “communication vehicle synonymous with credibility”, highlighting the importance of quality journalism in a context of great fluidity and information overload. The event also included a round table moderated by António Teófilo, promoter of the World Action ISEL group, a group dedicated to promoting active citizenship and critical reflection at ISEL. The conversation brought together prominent professionals from Agência Lusa: Joaquim Carreira, Chairman of the Board of Directors; Maria de Deus Rodrigues, Deputy Director of Information; Paulo Carriço, Multimedia editor; José Sena Goulão, photojournalist; and Sofia Cadete and Inês Cordeiro, from the Commercial and Marketing Department. During the session, Joaquim Carreira highlighted the increasingly relevant role of information verification in the current media landscape. “We are trying to show, beyond what is more or less known, what our work is — that is our objective with the yearbook and our presence here,” he said, adding that it is also a way of “stopping a little between what is digital and what is physical.” He also called for critical reflection: “The world today is in a hurry and has little patience. What I ask is: read the book, stop and think about the quality of journalism in practice. The news on the website soon disappears. Reading the book forces us to remember.” In an audience made up of students, teachers and non-teaching staff, the panel reflected on the challenges of contemporary journalism, the power of the image and Lusa's mission as a national news agency. There was space for questions and for guests to share personal experiences, in an environment marked by closeness and open dialogue. The exhibition represents not only a tribute to the work of Lusa professionals, but also an opportunity for the ISEL community to reflect on the role of journalism in building collective memory and informed citizenship. The exhibition will be open to the public until May 23, 2025. Flickr photos from the Exposição - Anuário Lusa 2024 album. Ver no flickr

The "Lusa Yearbook 2024" exhibition was inaugurated on April 29th, in the main hall of ISEL, a photographic exhibition that brings together some of the most memorable moments of the last year, captured by the lenses of photojournalists from Agência Lusa. This is the second time that ISEL has hosted the exhibition, reinforcing the connection between the institution and the world of journalism and visual communication. The opening session was attended by the President of ISEL, Professor José Nascimento, who welcomed the guests and thanked Lusa for its continued collaboration. In his speech, he referred to the agency as a “communication vehicle synonymous with credibility”, highlighting the importance of quality journalism in a context of great fluidity and information overload. The event also included a round table moderated by António Teófilo, promoter of the World Action ISEL group, a group dedicated to promoting active citizenship and critical reflection at ISEL. The conversation brought together prominent professionals from Agência Lusa: Joaquim Carreira, Chairman of the Board of Directors; Maria de Deus Rodrigues, Deputy Director of Information; Paulo Carriço, Multimedia editor; José Sena Goulão, photojournalist; and Sofia Cadete and Inês Cordeiro, from the Commercial and Marketing Department. During the session, Joaquim Carreira highlighted the increasingly relevant role of information verification in the current media landscape. “We are trying to show, beyond what is more or less known, what our work is — that is our objective with the yearbook and our presence here,” he said, adding that it is also a way of “stopping a little between what is digital and what is physical.” He also called for critical reflection: “The world today is in a hurry and has little patience. What I ask is: read the book, stop and think about the quality of journalism in practice. The news on the website soon disappears. Reading the book forces us to remember.” In an audience made up of students, teachers and non-teaching staff, the panel reflected on the challenges of contemporary journalism, the power of the image and Lusa's mission as a national news agency. There was space for questions and for guests to share personal experiences, in an environment marked by closeness and open dialogue. The exhibition represents not only a tribute to the work of Lusa professionals, but also an opportunity for the ISEL community to reflect on the role of journalism in building collective memory and informed citizenship. The exhibition will be open to the public until May 23, 2025. Flickr photos from the Exposição - Anuário Lusa 2024 album. Ver no flickr

On April 14, a group of 20 students and 12 professors from the ISEL Chemical Engineering Department carried out a study visit to the industrial unit of The Navigator Company, located in Setúbal. This factory, one of the most modern in Europe, is dedicated to the production of pulp and writing and printing paper, occupying a prominent position in the Portuguese industrial sector. During the visit, participants had the opportunity to closely monitor the production process, from receiving the raw material to obtaining the final product. The initiative allowed for deeper knowledge about process technologies, environmental control and sustainability practices implemented by the company, reinforcing the connection between academic training and industrial reality. The activity proved to be an enriching experience, contributing to the technical and professional development of students, and encouraging direct contact with one of the main industries in the sector in Portugal.  

The Polytechnic of Lisbon participated in the Salão do Estudante 2025, the largest international education fair in Latin America, which took place from April 5 to 16, 2025 in six cities in Brazil. The presence of the IPL was part of the mission organized by the Coordinating Council of Higher Polytechnic Institutes (CCISP), with the seal “Portugal Polytechnic Universities”, with the aim of promoting the training offer of Portuguese polytechnic institutions among Brazilian students. The Salon passed through São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro (Copacabana and Barra da Tijuca), Brasília, Salvador, Recife and Maceió, allowing direct contact with hundreds of young people interested in studying in Portugal. The Polytechnic of Lisbon was present with an information stand, where it presented its courses, application conditions, mobility programs and support for international students. The Lisbon Polytechnic delegation included the vice-president of the Lisbon Polytechnic, Maria Carlos Annes; the IPL Communications Manager, Vanessa Glória, the ISEL External Relations Service Manager, Susana Teque, the ESCS Communications Manager, Marcos Melo and the senior technician of the ISCAL Communications Office, Filipe Inteiro. In addition to participating in the fair, the mission included institutional visits and networking moments with Brazilian educational institutions. In São Paulo, IPL representatives participated in an action with students from Centro Paula Souza and were present at the official reception promoted by the Consulate General of Portugal, with interventions from the Directorate General of Higher Education and the Erasmus+ National Agency. In Rio de Janeiro, the delegation participated in a session with the State University of Rio de Janeiro (UERJ) and REARI-RJ – International Advisory Network of Universities of Rio de Janeiro. The presence of the Polytechnic of Lisbon in Brazil is part of its internationalization strategy and reinforces its commitment to cooperation with higher education institutions and networks in Portuguese-speaking countries, promoting access to Portuguese higher education for students from different regions. MFC/GCI Text              

ISEL reinforces its commitment to pedagogical innovation and open access to knowledge by offering its first free online courses in the MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) format. Promoted by the Polytechnic Institute of Lisbon (IPL), this initiative is part of the PRODIGI: Rumo ao Futuro - Programa de Formação em PROgramação, Informação e Cidadania DIGItal, which aims to promote digital skills in the area of ​​education. Launched between March and April 2025, ISEL MOOCs have seen significant uptake in a short space of time. The Database Fundamentals course, taught by Professor Nuno Leite (DEETC/ISEL), has already surpassed 400 registrants, while the Data Structures course, taught by Professor Cátia Vaz (DEETC/ISEL), has more than 200 participants. These numbers reflect the strong interest of the public and the relevance of the content offered. Available on the NAU platform, these courses allow students to organize their learning path autonomously and flexibly, constituting an important contribution to the democratization of digital skills and the continued education of society. Courses can be accessed at: https://www.nau.edu.pt/pt/curso/fundamentos-de-bases-de-dados/ https://www.nau.edu.pt/pt/curso/estruturas-de-dados/