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Getting ready for the quantum era. INESC-ID joins European effort to strengthen cybersecurity and quantum resilience
Quantum computing is a serious threat to today’s cryptographic systems. A strong reason for the European Defence Fund (EDF) to invest in the development of quantum-resistant solutions for the defense sector. One of these initiatives is project SEQURED: Strengthening Defense Networks for the Quantum Era, launched May, 1st.
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Harnessing the power of microbial diversity: MALDIBANK kicks off in Braga
Microbes are essential to life and have an impact on everything, from ecosystem dynamics to human health and industries like agriculture and food safety. Their diversity, however, remains largely underestimated. Considering their implications in sectors like food safety and climate change, it is crucial to accurately identify microorganisms and harness their potential.
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AMALIA, giving voice to Portuguese identity through Artificial Intelligence
Few expressed pain and longing with the intensity of Amália Rodrigues, the iconic fado singer who became a symbol of Portuguese cultural identity. Her voice, her language, and her emotion are all part of a legacy that continues to shape Portugal’s artistic and emotional landscape. Drawing inspiration from that deep cultural well, AMALIA (Automatic Multimodal Language Assistant with Artificial Intelligence) is the name chosen for the first Portuguese Large Language Model (LLM) designed from scratch to reflect and preserve the richness of the Portuguese language and identity – with INESC-ID playing a crucial role, particularly in the area of speech processing.
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INESC-ID secures 14 new FCT-Funded Projects to Drive AI, Data Science, and Cybersecurity in Public Administration
After having two exploratory research projects (ERPs) approved in the Call for Exploratory Projects in All Scientific Domains 2023, INESC-ID recently had eight more projects approved by FCT, in the Call for the 2024 program in “Artificial Intelligence, Data Science and Cybersecurity of relevance in Public Administration”.
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INESC-ID contributes to Europe’s digital autonomy in High-Performance Computing and AI through the DARE Project
INESC-ID is one of 38 partners involved in a major European effort to build a sovereign computing infrastructure through the new project DARE SGA1 – Digital Autonomy with RISC-V in Europe.
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INESC-ID Projects Approved in ERPs FCT Call
INESC-ID recently had two exploratory research projects (ERPs) approved in the Call for Exploratory Projects in All Scientific Domains 2023 by Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia (FCT).
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Faster, Higher, Stronger: INESC-ID Joins Project ACHILLES to Redefine AI
In Greek legend, Achilles was a hero with a single vulnerability—his heel. Similarly, the “Achilles' heels” of modern AI systems are trust and efficiency. The recently launched ACHILLES Horizon Europe Project (“Human-Centred Machine Learning: Lighter, Clearer, Safer”) aims to address these critical weaknesses.
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Restoring Voices: Transformative ALS communication technology developed under CRAI wins innovation award
Most of us are familiar with the synthetic voice that the famous physicist Stephen Hawking used to communicate. Suffering for many decades from the debilitating disease amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Hawking continued working, unravelling the mysteries of black holes and sharing his insights in books and public appearances. Despite the misfortune of living with such a severe condition, he had access to cutting-edge technology that allowed him to remain professionally and socially active. Unfortunately, not all patients share this opportunity.
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INESC-ID coordinates FAIRY Project to Support Yeast-based Bioeconomy and Health
Yeasts may seem just tiny, unimportant fungi, but their importance is far greater than their microscopic dimensions. They are vital in both the bioeconomy and health research, from baking bread to developing life-saving medications, participating in the production of food, energy and commodities, while also serving as pathogens and model organisms for studying genetics and diseases.
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