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NOVA FCT strengthens leadership in Innovation and Academic Patents in Portugal

30-10-2024

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NOVA FCT continues to lead the innovation landscape in Portugal, accounting for 82% of the patents submitted by NOVA University Lisbon. This leadership is reflected in the latest European report, which places Portugal among the countries with the most academic patent applications.

The School has played a crucial role in developing innovative technologies, promoting knowledge transfer between academia and industry, and contributing significantly to the country’s competitiveness.

With a strong focus on areas such as biotechnology, biomedical engineering, chemistry, and nanotechnology, NOVA FCT researchers are at the forefront of innovation, creating solutions that positively impact both the industrial sector and society.

NOVA FCT remains committed to strengthening the innovation ecosystem, fostering collaborative research, and attracting more funding opportunities and strategic partnerships to expand its impact in the global market.