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Newsletter #44
09 January 2026
FRESH OF THE PRESS!
FROM IDEAS TO BUSINESS
HiTech
Type of Program
Acceleration Program
Who can Apply
R&D teams from universities and research centres.
Start-ups developing early-stage deep-tech projects.
Deadline
06/02/2026
Details
HiTech is a hands-on programme designed by HiSeedTech specifically for research teams developing deep-tech projects in Portugal.
Over the course of 18 weeks, teams participate in training sessions, workshops and mentoring sessions, equipping them with the essential skills needed for knowledge commercialisation. This empowers them to transform cutting-edge technologies and scientific discoveries into high-growth business opportunities.
Having supported over 900 researchers and created 63 start-ups, HiTech is offering two tracks in 2026:
Market Pull (industry-led challenges) and Technology Push (your own research project). Participation is free of charge.
School of Startups: Foundations
Type of Program
Pre-incubation programme
Who can Apply
Aspiring founders and early-stage entrepreneurs
Details
The School of Startups: Foundations is a fully remote, self-paced pre-incubation programme by UPTEC, designed to support future founders in the early stages of building a startup. Rolling admissions.
It combines free foundational content with an optional Premium plan offering mentoring, advanced modules, and access to pitching opportunities.
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EXHIBITION
HELP, I’M A FISH: living the adventure of exploring the Ocean! | CMIA Matosinhos
Monday to Friday 9:30-12:30 and 14:00-17:30
ACTIVITY
Litter monitoring on Matosinhos beach | CMIA Matosinhos
13 Janeiro, at Matosinhos beach.
EXHIBITION
Portuguese Blue Biobank: Guardian of Marine Treasures | CMIA Matosinhos
Monday to Friday 9:30-12:30 and 14:00-17:30
EXHIBITION
"A Look at the World of Sponges." | CMIA Vila do Conde
Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm
EXHIBITION
"Shall We Ask Nature?" | CMIA Vila do Conde
Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm
EXHIBITION
"ElasmoFixes: Who are the sharks and rays of the deep sea?" | CMIA Vila do Conde
Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm
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WHAT'S NEW OUT THERE?
ARTIST RESIDENCY
EMBracing the Ocean call for applications 2026
SMOOTH SAILING: SAFETY FIRST!
SAFE LAB
Be Careful with Power Strips and Extension Cords
Use triple sockets and extension cords safely. Avoid overloading circuits and make sure cables are not placed in walkways.
