i3S - Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde

i3S & SOCIETY Many of you are dressing the part on Halloween, hoping to look scary and spook the ghosts that meander the Earth on All Hallow's Eve. Do you know what's really scary, though? A world without trustworthy science. This Halloween, don't be a ghoul, be a hero. Support our community, for a healthier future. Support #i3S. Support Science. ➕💁 https://lnkd.in/dZcnzKr6

AWARDS & DISTINCTIONS🏆 #i3S researcher and #MCbiology doctoral student Vanessa Teixeira was recently awarded an EMBO Travel Grant, which will fund her trip to San Diego, USA, to attend the meeting Cell Bio 2024 and present the work she's been developing in the Cell Division Mechanisms group, at i3S. Congratulations✈️ 📰👀👇 #i3Sawards #peopleofi3S #i3Sgraduate #doctoralcommunity #FCUP #ICBAS

IN THE NEWS A few years ago, we reported that #i3S had taken part in an international consortium responsible for discovering a revolutionary treatment against leishmaniasis. Now, the institute is partners in a project coordinated by Escola de Ciências da Universidade do Minho aiming to develop more effective medications for both #leishmaniasis and #malaria. But the road ahead is long: it should take at least 10 years😳 📰👀👇 #i3Snews #i3Sresearch #collab

⚠️𝑵𝑬𝑾 𝑫𝑬𝑨𝑫𝑳𝑰𝑵𝑬⚠️ EVENT #ImmunoHUB & #NCBio ERA Chairs Annual Meeting 📅5-6 December 📍i3S This two-day event will feature keynote and invited talks covering diverse topics such as regenerative neuroimmunology, peripheral immunity, neurodegenerative diseases, and infection of the central nervous system. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with leading experts, participate in stimulating discussions, network with peers, and explore the innovative research being conducted in this field. 📝𝗔𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝘀𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲: 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟯𝟭𝘀𝘁 ⏰𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲: 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟱𝘁𝗵 ➕info: https://lnkd.in/dSWSgXvs #i3Sevents #ERAChairs #H2020 #HorizonEU 

OPPORTUNITIES Applications are open – from October 29 to November 12 - for the position of a principal researcher, to perform functions in line with the strategic objectives of the Institute for Health Research and Innovation - i3S-LA Associated Laboratory, namely in the Integrative Cancer Programs and specifically in Cytoskeletal Mechanics. We are looking for a candidate with a PhD in Health/Life Sciences or related areas for 12 or more years, an excellent scientific track record, and is expected to pursue highly innovative research projects in the frame of the Cancer Integrative Program. Also, He/she is expected to demonstrate strong leadership skills and that has been able to establish his/her own research group and secure extramural funding for his/her research; to prove experience in the supervision of PhD and MSc students and be willing to contribute to the i3S training mission by supporting advanced training and participating in graduate and PhD programs; Not holding an indefinite contract in scientific research careers; Held or currently holding a term work contract or a fellowship as a PhD at an institution in the National Science and Technology System. Full announcement:   https://lnkd.in/d-pYyzCE #i3Sjobs

OPPORTUNITIES Applications are open – from October 29 to November 12 - for the position of a principal researcher, to perform functions in line with the strategic objectives of the Institute for Health Research and Innovation - i3S-LA Associated Laboratory, namely in the Cancer Integrative Program and specifically in Cell Division at  #i3S.  We are looking for a candidate with a PhD in Health/Life Sciences or related areas for 12 or more years, an excellent scientific track record, and is expected to pursue highly innovative research projects in frame of the Cancer Integrative Program.  Also, he/she is expected to demonstrate strong leadership skills and that has been able to establish his/her own research group and secure extramural funding for his/her research; to prove experience in the supervision of PhD and Master students, and be willing to contribute to the i3S training mission by supporting advanced training and participating in graduate and PhD programs; Not holding an indefinite contract in scientific research careers; Held or currently holding a term work contract or a fellowship as a PhD at an institution in the National Science and Technology System. Full announcement: https://lnkd.in/dth3xBn7 #i3Sjobs

EVENTS XXXI Porto Cancer Meeting 📅14-16 May 2025 📍#i3S This edition of Porto #Cancer Meeting will focus on the intricacies of cancer cell connections and its implications in cancer development and progression. By coupling basic discoveries with translational and clinical research, the event will foster interdisciplinary interactions addressing fundamental mechanical and biochemical processes, which orchestrate cellular functions and tissue organization. 📝Abstract submission deadline: 4 February, 2025 ⏰Early registration until 3 March, 2025 ➕info: https://lnkd.in/dM-aWvWn  #i3Sevents #cancerresearch #PCM2025

IN THE NEWS Lisbon Addictions, a European conference on addictive behaviors and dependencies, is wrapping up today after two intense days of discussion among the foremost experts in addictive substances and behaviors. Accordingly, #i3S researcher Teresa Summavielle is there and talked about the importance of communication to properly convey risks and accurate information, especially to teens. 📺👀👇 #i3Snews #peopleofi3S #neurobiology #addiction

IN THE NEWS Paramiloidosis is a rare disease, notwithstanding the relatively high prevalence in Portugal. That is why Portuguese patients are always attentive to new advancements in the field, so the news that a new drug, devised to halt autonomy loss, just became available must have elicited a sigh of relief. Understanding your options is key, so Milena Paneque, #i3S researcher and genetic counselor at Centro de Genética Preditiva e Preventiva do IBMC, talks about the importance of coming in for a consultation, even if testing is not in your plan, to make more informed choices. Learn➕about it: https://lnkd.in/dTgcAfdp #i3Snews #peopleofi3S #CGPP #rarediseases #genetics

OPPORTUNITIES Applications are open – from October 22 to November 7 - for the position of a Junior Researcher to carry out technical duties within the projec "Exploiting host free fatty acids to sterilize Mycobacterium tuberculosis infections" at  #i3S.    We are looking for a candidate with a PhD degree in Life and Health Sciences or similar areas and experience with work in a biosafety level-2/3 laboratory, with general molecular biology techniques and genetic manipulation and with animal experimentation.   Full announcement: https://lnkd.in/dDnv5vzc #i3Sjobs