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The University of Porto rises through the world rankings
The University of Porto (U.Porto) holds the 227th position in the overall Centre for World University Rankings (CWUR) 2018, which covers over one thousand universities and higher education institutions.
The Rectory of the University of Porto invites to a "Treasure hunt"
The historic Rectorate building plays host to the 28th Minerals, Precious Stones and Fossils Fair, from 1 to 3 June. This three-day event is a precious opportunity for admirers from all over the world to observe and even purchase exceptional minerals, gem stones and other precious rocks of rare beauty and undisputable scientific value.
Angela Merkel visits the University of Porto
German Chancellor Angela Merkel will visit Portugal on 30 and 31 May. This visit follows an invitation from Portuguese Prime Minister António Costa. The programme of the official visit includes a visit to i3S - Investigation and Health Research Institute in Porto. The German Chancellor will also meet PhD students in the context of the "Meeting with Citizens" initiative.
Frantz by François Ozon screened at Campo Alegre Municipal Theatre
François Ozon directed "Frantz", a drama film whose plot unveils in the aftermath of WWI. Anna, a young German has the daily routine of visiting the grave of her fiancé, Frantz, who was killed in the war. One day, she encounters Adrien, a mysterious Frenchman who also visits her fiancé's grave.
BTT Bike tours on the old part of Porto on 10th June
The 14th "Porto Antigo" [Old Porto] tour is set for 10th June and registrations are already open. Like in previous editions, the mountain bike route (BTT) will ride through the streets and alleys of Porto, passing through the most emblematic areas of the city.
Parque da Pasteleira hosts Porto Electric Music Experience Festival in July
Book the event in your agenda. On 20, 21 and 22 July, the Parque da Pasteleira will play host to a new "genre" of a summer music festival, featuring dance music, for children and adults alike. The eclectic line up combines Jazz and techno to soul, funk, disco and house music.
The untold side of the extinction story is revealed in Porto by the Natural History Museum of London
"A different side of the extinction story" is the main purpose of the exhibition "Extinction - The end or the beginning", organised by the Natural History Museum of London, jointly with OTW and on show at The Customs Building in Porto from 28th May till 8th October.
Souto de Moura has been awarded the Golden Lion at the Venice Biennale of Architecture
Eduardo Souto de Moura has been awarded the Golden Lion at the 16th International Architecture Exhibit at the Venice Biennale, which opened on 26th May. Portugal enters the competition with the "Public Without Rethoric" exhibition.The International Architecture Exhibition of the Venice Biennale will be on show till 25 November.
Serralves is just around the corner to cheering June
Already one of the largest events of contemporary culture in Europe, Serralves em Festa has the party itinerary sorted for you. The party is officially "on" as of June 1st and it will for sure enliven the city with gaiety, buzzing with people from all over the world and creative events.
Start & Scale Week 2018 brought together 1 500 people in Porto
The Start & Scale Week was held from 5 to 11 May in Porto. This was a truly tour de force in a city that breaths entrepreneurship, innovation and technology. Over seven days, the city was taken over by the creative impetus of developers, researchers, hackers, programmers, gamers, policy makers, decision makers, who shared knowledge, networked and organised masterclasses and workshops to share best practices and technical solutions.