The issue no. 76 of the magazine Pedra & Cal - Conservation and Rehabilitation, has given special attention to the training provided by the Civil Engineering Department of ISEL in the area of Building Conservation and Rehabilitation, highlighting the article written by Professors Dulce Henriques (DEC/ISEL) and Cristina Borges (DEC/ISEL), about four courses they promoted, with the collaboration of the highest national specialists and various professors from ISEL. This edition also includes an interview with Professor Dulce Henriques regarding the Postgraduate Program in Conservation and Rehabilitation of Buildings, which has already completed 11 editions and is currently in its 12th edition. The magazine Pedra & Cal is owned by the Heritage Guild (GECoRPA). This Association focuses on promoting best practices in the study and intervention in built heritage and serves as a valuable source of information for all professionals and citizens interested in the area of its conservation and/or rehabilitation. The magazine Pedra & Cal is recognized by the Ministry of Culture as a publication of significant cultural interest under the Patronage Law and has served as a platform for the sharing of technical or technical-scientific articles, focused on case studies, allowing its readers to deepen their knowledge and better understand the complexities of our heritage. The PDF version is available for free distribution and can be downloaded here (http://www.gecorpa.pt/) The printed version can be purchased by contacting info@gecorpa.pt

On January 15, 2025, ISEL hoisted the EcoCampus Flag again.  As a result of the work developed in the 2023/2024 academic year, this distinction, awarded by the Blue Flag Association of Europe (ABAE) and the Portuguese section of the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), symbolizes the Institution's commitment to sustainability.  The event was attended by the President of ISEL, Professor José Nascimento; the Vice-President for the Infrastructure and Equipment Area, Alexandra Costa; the Vice-President for the Scientific Area, R&D and Projects, Professor Pedro Silva; the Administrator of ISEL, Paulo Guerreiro; the Advisor of the Academic Area, Cátia Dias; the Advisor of the Scientific and Projects Area, Elisabete Alegria; and the Advisor of the Sustainability Area, Patrícia Barata. Also present were Professor Hugo Félix (DEQ/ISEL), and Engineer Vanda Pacheco, both representing the ISEL Eco-School Council.  Learn more about the project here.

On January 15, 2025, as part of the Telecommunications Systems curricular unit, students from the Bachelor's Degree in Electronics, Telecommunications and Computer Engineering and the Bachelor's Degree in Informatics, Networks and Telecommunications Engineering carried out a study visit to the Network Operations Center (NOC) of REN's Security Telecommunications Network,  located in Sacavém. This centre plays a central role in the management and monitoring of the transmission network and private voice network layers, which are considered critical to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the national energy infrastructure. During the visit, REN officials presented the telecommunications network that supports the company's entire operation, explaining its importance as a critical network for the continuous operation of energy transmission networks. The students also had the opportunity to observe, in real time, the monitoring carried out at the NOC, understanding the tools and processes involved in overseeing communications. The visit also included a visit to the technical room, where various equipment that is part of the national transmission network was presented. This experience allowed students to consolidate the knowledge acquired in the classroom, reinforcing the connection between theoretical content and its practical application in large-scale infrastructures. This activity demonstrated the value of synergies between educational institutions and leading companies in the sector, providing students with an in-depth and concrete view of the challenges and technological solutions that define critical telecommunications.

"This is an important moment, especially because of the role you play in the Pedagogical Council. On the one hand, you are the ones who interact with the course coordinators and are, in some way, responsible for identifying and transmitting problems, but also for being integrated in this council, which is a peer council, with the number of professors and students being equal." With these words, the President of ISEL, Professor José Nascimento, began the acceptance ceremony of the student course delegates, held on January 8, 2025, in ISEL's Auditorium C. The event was attended by an audience composed of students, course coordinators, the President of the Pedagogical Council, Professor Sandra Aleixo, and the Vice-President of the Pedagogical and Quality Area of ISEL, Professor Carla Viveiros. During the ceremony, the President called the elected delegates to the stage. Bachelor in Biomedical Engineering Rui Durão Bachelor in Civil Engineering Anastacia Ryzhova Bachelor in Electrical Engineering Nuno Cordeiro Bachelor in Electronics, Telecommunications and Computer Engineering Inês Almeida Bachelor in Applied Physics Engineering Duarte Pinho Bachelor in Computer Science and Computer Engineering     Daniel Monteiro Bachelor in Informatics and Multimedia Engineering Pedro Tomar Bachelor in Informatics, Networks and Telecommunications Engineering Francisco Lopes Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Joaquim Lampreia Bachelor in Chemical and Biological Engineering Inês Bexiga Bachelor in Mathematics Applied to Technology and Enterprise Catarina Neves Bachelor in Municipal Technologies and Management Fernando Gomes Master in Biomedical Engineering Maria Ludovino Master in Electrical Engineering Marcos Diniz Master in Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering Verónica Silva Master in Industrial Engineering and Management Mauro Rocha Master in Informatics and Multimedia Engineering Maria Pires Master in Mechanical Engineering Inês Inverno Master in Quality and Environmental Engineering Ricardo Martins Master in Chemical and Biological Engineering Alexandre Matos Master in Applied Mathematics for Industry Beatriz Vieira Flickr photos from the Cerimónia de aceitação do Estudante Delegado de Curso album. View on flickr

Between the 3rd and 5th of December 2024, the 1st Meeting of Researchers of the U! REKA European University, which had more than 100 participants. This meeting aimed to promote a moment of reflection between teachers and researchers from different areas of knowledge, to identify and define themes to be explored in collaborative projects, within the scope of the priority themes of the European university. The Polytechnic of Lisbon was represented by 5 ISEL researchers, namely, António Serrador (DEETC/ISEL), Mário Mendes (DEM/ISEL), Miguel Minhalma (DEQ/ISEL), Nuno Datia (DEETC/ISEL), and also Cristina Cruz, from the Lisbon School of Education (ESELx). The activities during the Research Days 2024 were organized around the three 3 Centers of Expertise (CoE) of the U! REKA European University: Climate Neutral Urban Communities ⁠Transition to Circular Society Innovative Governance & Citizen Engagement   Using collaborative and active methodologies, the researchers shared experiences and knowledge aligned with the values of U! REKA: Inclusion, Co-creation and Audacity.   This initiative allowed to create synergies between the different partners of the consortium, to identify and meet peers in the different teams with common interests and to expand and strengthen the network of contacts. New ideas in co-creation were also explored, which will be deepened in the coming months in the working groups that were set up. For more information about U! REKA European University consult the www.ureka.eu website or contact ureka_pt@sp.ipl.pt and follow the news on the official Linkedin and Instagram profiles. Images and text: GCI/IPL

On December 17, 2024, ISEL's Main Auditorium was the stage for a remarkable event full of history. As part of the celebrations of ISEL's 50th anniversary, the meeting entitled: "The Student Associative Movement from IIL to ISEL in the context of the Lisbon Academy – Testimonies of former and current association leaders" was held. This event was a true journey through time, celebrating the importance of the Student Associative Movement and its fundamental role in the creation and consolidation of engineering education in Portugal, with special emphasis on the impact on ISEL.   Among those present were representatives of the Sports and Academic Association of the former Industrial Institute of Lisbon (ADAIIL), the Student Association of the Industrial Institute of Lisbon (AEIIL) and the Student Association of the Higher Institute of Engineering of Lisbon (AEISEL), among others and through their testimonies, it was possible to relive remarkable moments in the history of the student associative movement,  from the 1960s and 1970s to the present day, in addition to representatives of the Order of Engineers and the Order of Technical Engineers. The session was moderated by Eng. Manuel Carvalho (former student and professor at ISEL) and had a warm opening by the Vice-President of ISEL, Professor Cristina Borges, who welcomed the vast audience present in the auditorium.    The event culminated with the unveiling ceremony of the commemorative plaques of the 90th anniversary of ADAIIL and the 50th anniversary of ISEL. This meeting was more than a celebration: it was a living testimony to the transformative force of the Student Associative Movement and the legacy it continues to build for future generations of engineers. View on flickr Flickr photos from the O Movimento Associativo Estudantil do IIL ao ISEL no contexto da Academia de Lisboa album.