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OLISSIPO organises Workshop on How to Design a Graphical Abstract
Last Friday, we had the pleasure of hosting a workshop on "How to design a graphical abstract," organised by OLISSIPO. The workshop was specifically tailored for Early-Stage Researchers and had Rita Félix, science communicator, illustrator, and designer from the CNC Center for Neuroscience and Cell Biology, as speaker and instructor.
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AI in Science: how can the European Commission promote a responsible uptake? Arlindo Oliveira participated as an expert in a report, via the Scientific Advice Mechanism
Published on April 15, the report “Successful and timely uptake of artificial intelligence in science in the EU” was produced by a group of renowned scientists, including INESC-ID researcher Arlindo Oliveira, from the SA-IDSS research area. The experts have been asked to provide recommendations via the Scientific Advice Mechanism, concerning how the European Commission can accelerate a responsible uptake of AI in Science. Some take home messages are: The EU should prioritize AI-powered research, particularly in area where large amounts of data are available, but hard to interpret, such as personalized health, social cohesion, and the green and digital transitions; It is important to support new research into the greenest AI algorithms and infrastructure, to help manage the environmental impact of the technology; data should be high quality, responsibly collected and well curated, with fair access for European researchers and innovators.
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In the Media: Rui Maranhão talks with Exame Informática about ICSE24’s Impact on Software Engineering and AI Innovations
INESC-ID researcher and full professor at Faculdade de Engenharia da Universidade do Porto (FEUP), Rui Maranhão*, has recently talked to Exame Informática, from Trust in News Group, about the upcoming 2024 edition of the International Conference on Software Engineering (ICSE), which will take place in Lisbon.
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ISTSat-1: Portugal’s First University CubeSat Satellite Ready for Summer Space Launch
The first University CubeSat satellite, entirely conceived and developed in Portugal, is set to launch this summer. The ISTSat-1 project was developed by a collaborative team coordinated by Rui Rocha, which includes INESC-ID researchers Gonçalo Tavares and Moisés Piedade, along with students from Instituto Superior Técnico, marking a significant achievement for Portugal’s technological presence in the international space sector.
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In the Media: Ana Paiva and Alberto Rodrigues da Silva nominated for the XXIV Government of Portugal
Last Friday, April 5th, distinguished INESC-ID researchers Ana Paiva and Alberto Rodrigues da Silva were officially appointed as Secretaries of State in a ceremony at Ajuda Palace in Lisbon, presided over by the President of the Portuguese Republic, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa.
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In the Media: Paula Carvalho discusses the spread of online hate speech with Público newspaper
In an article in Público titled "Liberdade para odiar. Onde começa o discurso de ódio?" ("Freedom to hate. Where does hate speech begin?"), INESC-ID researcher Paula Carvalho shared insights about the complex and pervasive phenomenon of direct and indirect online hate speech.
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Isabel Trancoso honored with ISCA Medal for Scientific Achievement
INESC-ID researcher Isabel Trancoso has been chosen as the recipient of the 2024 International Speech Communication Association (ISCA) Medal for Scientific Achievement. This prestigious award recognizes her "pioneering contributions to speech coding and resources for the Portuguese language, and sustained service to the speech community."
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Leonel Sousa represents INESC-ID at 2nd European Memory Systems Forum
Leonel Sousa, INESC-ID researcher in the field of High-Performance Computing Architectures and Systems and a full professor at Técnico, represented INESC-ID at the second European Memory Systems Forum, held from February 29 to March 1, 2024.
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Inês Lynce featured guest alumna at Técnico “Alumni Talks – Women Edition 2024”
On International Women’s Day, Inês Lynce, President and researcher of INESC-ID, who also serves as a representative of the Gender Balance@Técnico group, participated in the "Alumni Talks – Women Edition 2024" at Instituto Superior Técnico. Joining her were five other outstanding women researchers, engineers, and entrepreneurs.
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