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Clinical Research and Biomedical Innovations Agency to be set up in Porto
The Portuguese Government will settle a new Agency, the Clinical Research and Biomedical Innovations Agency (AICIB), in the city of Porto. As stated by the Portuguese Government, "the agency will work as an effective means of promotion and development of clinical research in Portugal". The new entity will rely both on public and private investment, with an estimated budget of 20 million Euros by 2023.
Suggia's recital boasts big attendance and leads to the scheduling of a second rendering
Total ticketed attendance for the entire performance at the Suggia's recital at the Palacete dos Viscondes de Balsemão on March 10, at 6 pm leads to the scheduling of a second recital at 7.30 pm, that same day.
U.Porto leads project to foster students' mobility between Europe and Latin America
The University of Porto was selected by the European Union to lead the Recognition Matters (Rec-Mat) project aimed at promoting students' mobility between Latin America and Europe and thus contribute to increase the limited recognition of foreign academic diplomas.
Renato Berta delivers a master class at Rivoli on March 14, at 10 am
Renato Berta delivers a master class at Rivoli on March 14, starting at 10 am, in the context of the cycle to recap the life work of this Swiss cinematographer and director, a pioneer in the art of cinema photography. This cycle on Renato Berta's works runs from March 14 to 16 and it is jointly organised by Universidade Lusófona do Porto and Porto Municipal Theatre. Entrance is free.
Oscar winning Best Foreign Language film is screened at Campo Alegre
The Oscar winning film for Best Foreign Language film, by Chilean Director Sebastián Lelio, "Una mujer fantastica" [A fantastic Woman] is screened at Campo Alegre, at 6.30 pm and at 10 pm, on a daily basis.
Bootcamp on Sales and Marketing in Porto features 25 workshops
The BOOM - Massive Growth Week, a Marketing and sales Bootcamp is just around the corner. This initiative will take place between 19 and 23 March and it includes 25 workshops guided by a handful of renowned professionals.
Gifting flowers on Women's Day at the Citizens Bureau in the city of Porto
Today, 8 March, the International Women's day, women are being gifted flowers at the Citizens Bureau in Porto. At the City Hall's initiative, throughout the day every woman heading to this municipal service will receive a camellia to mark women's Day.
Simultaneous Openings at the Bombarda Arts District this Saturday
The second Cycle of Simultaneous Openings 2018 begins on March 10, starting at 4 pm. In parallel to new exhibitions, there will be an outdoor programme of events that feature workshops open to the public, contemporary dance shows, in addition to the usual guided tours to nearby galleries.
"Suggia em Duo" recital features the piano which belonged to Guilhermina Suggia
Reputed pianist, Pedro Burmester will play the piano which belonged to Guilhermina Suggia, and that was acquired and restored by Porto City Hall, on March 10 at the Palacete dos Viscondes de Balsemão (Carlos Alberto Square), starting at 6 pm.
Natixis, the second-largest banking group in France, settles in Porto and creates 600 jobs
Natixis, the second-largest banking group in France, inaugurated its Technological and Information Skills Centre in Porto. The company started operating one year ago, and has hired over 300 people, "a high proportion of Portuguese workers, with an average age of 32 years". The goal is to reach "600 employees by the end of 2019", officials stated.