Research Skills+

Monday, 15 June 2026

9:00 - 10:00: Welcome Session

10:00 - 12:00: Keynote Lecture 1: Pedro Russo is the President of Ciência Viva, Portugal’s National Agency for Scientific and Technological Culture. An astrophysicist by training, he has built an international career dedicated to science education and the promotion of scientific literacy. He previously held several leadership roles within the International Astronomical Union, where he led global initiatives in astronomy education. As President of Ciência Viva, he works to foster young people’s engagement with science and to strengthen scientific culture as a key driver of sustainable development in Portugal.

12:00 - 17:30: Ice Breaking Activity + Cultural Activity

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Tuesday, 16 June 2026

9:00 - 11:00: Research Methodologies
The session aims to assimilate the processes, methodologies, and pratices associated with scientific research, a well as to develop a critical scientific spirit and the ability to produce a scientific text and work plan.

11:00 - 13:00: Scientific Writing
This training session focuses on training the participates with good pratices for structuring, formatting, using appropriate languague, and including relevant information in scientific writing.

13:00 - 14:00: Lunch (Free Time)

14:00 - 15:30: Workshop 1
2Ai -Workshop 1: Intuduction to Machine learning: An introductory workshop presenting the fundamental concepts of Machine Learning as a core area of Artificial Intelligence. We will explore supervised and unsupervised learning paradigms, typical tasks such as classification, regression, and clustering, and review key algorithms including Linear Regression, Decision Trees, Random Forests, Support Vector Machines, and Neural Networks. Basic evaluation metrics and real-world application examples will be briefly discussed to provide a clear conceptual overview of the field.

ID+ -Workshop 1: ID+: Applied Design Research as a Driver for Regional Transformation: ID+: A dynamic workshop showcasing innovative projects developed to support and transform industry through applied design research. Bringing together researchers, designers, and industry partners, the session highlights how design-driven methodologies generate practical solutions, foster innovation ecosystems, and strengthen regional competitiveness. Through real-world case studies, participants will explore how ID+ bridges academia and industry, accelerating sustainable growth and creating measurable impact across sectors.

CICF -Workshop 1: Climate Action and Green Taxation: This workshop will explore how taxation can promote climate transition and build more sustainable and resilient economies by designing and implementing green tax instruments. Throughout the session, we will address the main concepts of green taxation, as well as the different types of environmental taxes (e.g. energy, transport, pollution and resources) and their role in European and national policies aimed at combatting climate change and protecting the environment.

UNIAG -Workshop 1: Food Eco-Edu-Cul Edu Project: In this workshop, we will discuss the Food Eco-Culture Edu Project. We are transforming food and hospitality education in Europe through an innovative workshop that promotes an interdisciplinary approach, linking theory to practical and real-world solutions. In collaboration with educators, industry experts, and local communities, we empower participants with the skills and knowledge to drive positive change in the food sector. Together, we are building a more sustainable, inclusive and resilient future for food and hospitality, preparing the next generation to tackle today's challenges.

15:30 - 17:00: Workshop 2
2Ai -workshop 2: Introduction to Deep Learning: In the healthcare field, deep learning plays a crucial role by enabling more accurate diagnoses, clinical patient monitoring, and treatment optimization. This workshop aims to introduce participants to the field of deep learning applied to healthcare, where examples of methods and AI algorithms will be presented to demonstrate how they can improve the efficiency of various medical tasks.

ID+ -Workshop 2: (Continuation) ID+: Applied Design Research as a Driver for Regional Transformation: ID+: A dynamic workshop showcasing innovative projects developed to support and transform industry through applied design research. Bringing together researchers, designers, and industry partners, the session highlights how design-driven methodologies generate practical solutions, foster innovation ecosystems, and strengthen regional competitiveness. Through real-world case studies, participants will explore how ID+ bridges academia and industry, accelerating sustainable growth and creating measurable impact across sectors.

CICF -workshop 2: Qualitative methodlogies in accounting research: Qualitative research allows researchers the opportunity to extract meaning from explicit and latent content and explore accounting in ways that are not available to quantitative research methods. Qualitative studies in accounting generally feature detailed descriptions of accounting phenomena and their integration into cultural, social, and organizational contexts.

UNIAG -workshop 2: The Value of Intellectual Capital in Hospitality and Tourism: The applied research workshop session aims to explore the importance of intellectual capital as a strategic factor in value creation in the hospitality and tourism sector. During the session, an applied study will be developed focused on calculating the value of the intellectual capital of an accommodation unit, using the VAIC (Value Added Intellectual Coefficient) model. This model allows the assessment of how efficiently the organisation uses its human capital, structural capital and physical/financial capital to generate added value. Throughout the workshop, participants will analyse real or simulated data from an accommodation unit, calculate the different components of the VAIC and interpret the results obtained, understanding how intellectual capital contributes to organisational performance, competitiveness and sustainability in the tourism sector. The session combines theoretical framework with practical application, promoting analytical and critical skills in the evaluation of intangible assets in real hotel management contexts.

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Wednesday, 17 June 2026

9:00 - 10:00: Design Thinking
This session will explore practical tools for applying design thinking principles within research ideas and teams. With an open-themed feature, accessible to participants from all areas of research and innovation in the scope of RUN-EU, it will explore core methodologies in order to conceive and develop design thinking in applied research, embedding this new approach to innovation into its cultures and processes.

10:00 - 12:00: Data Analysis
The session will provide students with an in-depth overview of data analysis methods applied in a generic context as well as a solid understanding of their advantages and limitations.

12:00 - 13:00: Introduction to Research Integraty and Intelectual Policy
The session on research integrity will provide an introduction on the European code of practice an the basic principles, which together with good research practices are essential for promoting and safeguarding a culture of research integrity. The seminar will also contain an interactive dilemma game as an exercise for exchanging experiences, opinions, perspectives of research and research integrity.

13:00 - 14:00: Lunch (Free Time)

14:00 - 16:30: Visit to R&D Units - B-CRIC

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Thursday, 18 June 2026

9:00 - 10:00: Scientific Picth Guidelines
The training session under discussion will concentrate on the provision of guidance to participants on how to design and deliver an effective scientific pitch that has been tailored to suit academic, funding or industry audiences. Participants will acquire the skills to structure a clear and compelling message, translate complex research into impactful value propositions, highlight innovation and validation, and articulate a strong call to action.

10:00 - 11:00: Funding Opportunities
In this session, the candidate will be introduced to scientific funding opportunities platforms (as Euraxes and others) and relevant guidelines for an application.

11:00 - 13:00: Workshop 3
2Ai -Workshop 3: Adictive manufacturing: A short workshop introducing the fundamentals of numerical simulation and additive manufacturing, focusing on core principles, practical workflows, and their integration in modern engineering design and prototyping.

ID+ -Workshop 3: Embodied Medical Devices: Design for Use, Care and Experience: This workshop examines medical device design through the complementary lenses of Product Design and Fashion Design. It explores how functionality, ergonomics and material performance intersect with wearability, embodiment and lived experience. By bridging technical rigour with sensitivity to the body, identity and care, participants are encouraged to rethink medical devices as artefacts that are not only safe and effective, but also dignified, intuitive and integrated into everyday life.

CICF -Workshop 3: Does Corporate Governance Matter for Corporate Scandals?: In this workshop, participants will examine corporate scandals through a scientific perspective, learning how to identify and analyze such events using evidence‑based criteria. Each attendee will then select and briefly present a real case from their sector to connect theory with practical application.

UNIAG -Workshop 3: The Camino de Santiago Across the Lands of IPCA: Applied research workshop on the Ways of St James: a journey of historical, cultural and spiritual discovery that analyses the origins, evolution of the routes and the social, economic and territorial impact of the Ways to Santiago de Compostela. This workshop promotes an interdisciplinary approach, integrating heritage, tourism and cultural studies, providing concrete tools for the production of applied knowledge and for the creation of projects with a real impact on the territories linked to the Ways.

13:00 - 14:00: Lunch (Free Time)

14:00 - 15:30: Workshop 4
2Ai -Workshop 4: inyML & Edge AI: Intelligence at the Edge: We are witnessing a paradigm shift in Artificial Intelligence. While "Big Data" and Cloud Computing dominated the last decade, the future lies in Edge AI, processing data right where it is created. In this workshop, we will move beyond the buzzwords and dive into the practical reality of TinyML. You will learn how to run Machine Learning models on low-power microcontrollers (in the milliwatt range), enabling devices to see, hear, and sense their environment without relying on the cloud.

ID+ -Workshop 4: Evolving Design Culture in the Textile Industry: Post-Industrial Waste Valorisation and the Co-Creation of the Design Culture Toolkit in Portugal: This workshop explores how design culture can drive innovation in the Portuguese Textile Industry by connecting post-industrial waste valorisation with collaborative university–industry practices. Participants will engage in a hands-on activity to experiment with Design Culture Toolkit approaches and sustainable strategies for transforming textile waste into new design opportunities.

CICF -Workshop 4: Digital tools for sustainability reporting (big data, IoT, blockchain): This workshop aims to explore how different digital tools, such as software or Artificial Intelligence, contribute to the collection, analysis, and reporting of sustainability data. It includes practical and interactive exercises to stimulate critical thinking and analytical skills.

UNIAG -Workshop 4: To be confirmed

15:30 - 17:00: Workshop 5
2Ai -Workshop 5: HITL and AI on Systems Architectures - Theorical and Applied Approach: Gradually human turned into passive entities in the extensive global digitalization. Their relevance diminished due to automation and artificial decision-making capabilities. This workshop demonstrate this context and explores possibles approaches to revert it, combining Human-in-the-Loop paradigms and Artificial Intelligence.

ID+ -Workshop 5: Designing the Animated Female Body: Representation and Meaning in Contemporary Feature Film Animation: This session explores how female characters are visually constructed in animated feature films and what these design elements communicate about gender, narrative function, and representation. Drawing on recent research in character design and industry practices, we will analyze recurring visual patterns and highlight approaches that challenge established norms. We will discuss the visual cues embedded in design and reflect on how they shape audience expectations. The session includes a practical drawing exercise focused on creating a non-stereotypical female protagonist, using concepts such as silhouette, shape language, and other visual elements to convey her narrative role without relying on conventional gender codes. No advanced drawing skills are required — only curiosity and a willingness to experiment.

CICF -Workshop 5 & UNIAG -Workshop 5: How to build a business plan?: The workshop combines a deep understanding of the essence of critical thinking, creativity, holistic reasoning, as well as collaboration and co-creation as core elements of entrepreneurial development. Participants will map the business plan to a cohesive puzzle, an arrangement of pieces that all have specific weight or relevance, and once these parts are in harmony make for a solid, sustainable strategy. More than a formal document, the business plan should be a guiding framework that helps guide the entrepreneur in clarifying vision, structuring decisions, and navigating the venture’s growth trajectory.

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Friday, 19 June 2026

9:00 - 11:00: Keynote Lecture 2: To be confirmed

11:00 - 14:00: RUN-EU Student Research Symposium

14:00 - 14:30: FAPSA Learner Experience Questionnaire Session

14:30 - Farewell - Departure

• Ana Dinis (Instructor)
• Ana Patrícia Oliveira Carvalho (Instructor)
• Andreia Milene Esteves Caldas (Instructor)
• António Moreira (Instructor)
• Cristiana Molho (Instructor)
• Demétrio Matos (Instructor)
• Estela Vilhena (Instructor)
• Fernando Veloso (Instructor)
• Francisco Gonçalves (Instructor)
• Gabriela Sá (Instructor)
• Helena Torres (Instructor)
• Hugo Palmares (Instructor)
• João Vilaça (Instructor)
• Jorge Pereira (Instructor)
• Luís Ferreira (Instructor)
• Luísa Arruda (Instructor)
• Miguel Terroso (Instructor)
• Nuno Martins (Instructor)
• Paula Tavares (Lead Instructor)
• Pedro Morais (Instructor)
• Sandra Costa (Instructor)
• Teresa Dieguez (Instructor)
• Vânia Costa (Instructor)
• Vítor Carvalho (Instructor)

• Siobhan Moane (Instructor)

• Patrick Murray (Instructor)