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Scientist of Porto University wins important international competition
For the first time ever, a Portuguese scientist has won the 2018 Sackler Prize, worth 100 million dollars, given by the Tel Aviv University, from Israel, which awards, every two years, young researchers (aged up to 40), with major contributions in the fields of physics and chemistry.
Coliseu Porto hosts "The Messiah" of Georg Friedrich Händel
This festive season, Coliseu Porto presents a Christmas concert, featuring one of the most significant pieces of Händel, "The Messiah", starting at 9.30 pm and conducted by the Argentinian maestro Leonardo García Alarcón. Lisbon Metropolitan Orchestra and the Lisboa Cantat Choir will be in charge of delivering a stunning repertoire, the perfect treat for a magical evening at Coliseu Porto.
Christmas markets enliven this holiday season in Porto
Partygoers can enjoy this time of year outdoors and do the Christmas shopping while parading through town. Christmas wouldn't be Christmas without a visit to the traditional markets and they are back until 23 December. Tick off your Christmas shopping list at Porto's Christmas markets.
Brussels approves Porto application to host a Europe Direct Centre
The European Commission has approved the application submitted by Porto Municipality to host a Europe Direct Centre, for the period 2018-2020. Porto City Hall has put forward a working programme under the motto "Europe close to all" and will therefore, continue to be the host institution of the European Information Centre, which comprises all the municipalities of the Porto Metropolitan area.
Porto Business School gains ranking positions as Best Business School in Europe, according to the Financial Times
Porto Business School is revealed as one of the best Business Schools in Europe, according to the Financial Times. For the sixth year running, Porto Business School not only remains at the top of the tables but it is also the only Portuguese school to gain three ranking positions, as stated by the latest European Business Schools Rankings. It is ranked 59th this year.
Tiles from the Public Library appear in book form
A water-colour book devoted to the iconic "azulejos" [tiles] used in building the Public Library façade is presented on 16 December at the Municipal Library, at 4 pm.
"Real Food" in a family atmosphere at Palácio de Cristal
The municipal programme "Ambiente em Família" hosts the session titled "Comida de verdade" [Real Food], on 16 December, starting at 10 am. This event is held in the context of the above mentioned municipal initiative at the Environment Education Centre, in the Palácio de Cristal Gardens.
Porto City Hall establishes the Municipal Ombudsman and strengthens the competencies of the Office for Social Inclusion
Porto City Hall will establish the Ombudsman within the Municipality, in the beginning of 2018. The Municipal Ombudsman is an impartial entity who will be in charge of receiving inquiries of each individual citizen, male or female in an open and inclusive way.
QSP Summit 12th Edition happens in March 2018 with Daniel Goleman and Steve Knight
One of the most important Marketing and Management Conferences in Europe, the QSP Summit is not far away. It will be held on 22 March 2018. Daniel Goleman, awarded author and science journalist in the field of behavioural science is one of the most prominent guest speakers to attend the conference, alongside Steve Knight, one of the world experts in business communication.
São João National Theatre features "Macbeth" and premieres three plays at the beginning of 2018
The first quarter programming regarding the coming year of 2018 of São João National Theatre opens with Benjamin Britten's opera. Till the end of March, the highlights are the three scheduled premieres and the presentation of "Macbeth".