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📣 II CBMA Open Day & III PhD | Bio Symposium – 5th February 2025 The CBMA is pleased to announce the II CBMA Open Day & III PhD | Bio Symposium, taking place at the University of Minho. This event brings together students, researchers, and professionals to exchange knowledge and foster collaboration in molecular and environmental biology. 🚨 Abstract Submission Deadline: 17th January 2025 (PhD and MSc students) 🚨 👉 Register and submit your abstract here: https://lnkd.in/dKPaHwWK For more details and updates, visit: https://lnkd.in/dWWU8TJw We look forward to your participation!

As we step into 2025, we reflect on our research over the past year at CBMA, showcasing projects that captured media interest. From exploring the role of freshwater ecosystems in climate change and monitoring marine biodiversity to developing innovative water purification technologies and earning recognition for advancements in molecular biology, our researchers have led the way in advancing biosustainability and scientific progress. 2024 Highlights • Freshwater Ecosystems and Climate Change High greenhouse gas levels found in Northern Portugal’s rivers. • Basinnov Innovation Award Recognising advancements in molecular biology and biomedical research. • Atlantic Fish Monitoring with DNA Groundbreaking use of eDNA to track fish species in the Atlantic. • New Marine Species Discovery of Batillipes chandrayaani, a new tardigrade. • Water Purification Development of membranes to filter pharmaceutical and pesticide waste. 🔗 Explore the full highlights here: https://lnkd.in/ddEwm__q A special thank you to our researchers, collaborators, and partners for their commitment and dedication throughout 2024. May 2025 bring further progress and new discoveries!

Congratulations to our newest Doctor, Nuno Martins!👨🎓 Nuno has successfully defended his thesis on "Interactions between emerging chemical contaminants and aquatic biota to contribute in developing bioremediation strategies." Thanks to supervisors Dr. Fernanda Cássio and Dr. Cláudia Pascoal for their guidance and support. Here's to a future of innovation and success for Nuno!✨

A nossa festa de Natal pode não ter o brilho das grandes produções, mas é na autenticidade e no entusiasmo que encontramos a nossa essência. Foi um momento de gargalhadas, criatividade e, acima de tudo, união – o reflexo do espírito de equipa que nos move todos os dias. Mais do que uma celebração, estes momentos representam os valores que tornam o CBMA único: colaboração, inovação e partilha. 📸 Descubra como celebrámos este Natal: https://bit.ly/4gIXgly // Our Christmas party may not have the sparkle of grand productions, but it is in authenticity and enthusiasm that we find our true essence. It was a moment filled with laughter, creativity, and, above all, unity – a reflection of the team spirit that drives us every day. More than just a celebration, these moments represent the values that make CBMA unique: collaboration, innovation, and sharing. 📸 Discover how we celebrated this Christmas: https://bit.ly/4gIXgly   #SomosCBMA  #Christmas #TeamSpirit   #BehindTheScenes #SciComm

Nas CBMA Conferences de ontem, tivemos o prazer de assistir a duas palestras marcantes. Nir Stern, investigador convidado no CBMA, apresentou-nos o seu trabalho sobre dinâmicas dos peixes e avaliação de stocks pesqueiros, partilhando perspetivas relevantes para a gestão sustentável dos ecossistemas aquáticos. Ficámos também a conhecer Noé Ferreira-Rodríguez, novo membro do CBMA, que abordou as interações entre espécies, incluindo humanos, em ecossistemas de água doce. Foi uma sessão enriquecedora, que reforçou a partilha de conhecimento e deu início a uma calorosa receção ao Noé no CBMA. Bem-vindo, Noé! // Yesterday, at the CBMA Conferences, we had the pleasure of attending two impactful talks. Nir Stern, a visiting scientist at CBMA, shared his work on fish dynamics and the assessment of fish stocks, providing valuable insights into the sustainable management of aquatic ecosystems. We also had the opportunity to meet Noé Ferreira-Rodríguez, the newest member of CBMA, who discussed species interactions, including humans, in freshwater ecosystems. It was an enriching session, fostering knowledge exchange and warmly welcoming Noé to CBMA. Welcome, Noé!

💧 Qual o papel dos rios no combate às alterações climáticas? Cláudia Pascoal, investigadora do CBMA, foi entrevistada pela RTP para partilhar os resultados do seu mais recente trabalho, publicado na revista Global Change Biology. Este estudo internacional avaliou 50 rios do Norte de Portugal, revelando que as atividades humanas nos cursos fluviais estão a aumentar a concentração de gases com efeito de estufa nas águas, contribuindo para intensificar a crise climática. Saiba mais nesta notícia: https://bit.ly/49vPFEk // 💧 What role do rivers play in tackling climate change? Cláudia Pascoal, a researcher at CBMA, was interviewed by RTP to share the findings of her latest work, published in Global Change Biology. This international study examined 50 rivers in Northern Portugal, uncovering that human activities in freshwater ecosystems are increasing the concentration of greenhouse gases in the water, further exacerbating the climate crisis. Learn more in this article: https://bit.ly/49vPFEk #ClimateChange #Sustainability #ScienceForSDGs #Biodiversity #Rivers #AlteraçõesClimáticas #CiênciaParaODS #MudançasClimáticas #EnvironmentalScience

🎙️ Filipe Costa no podcast "A Palavra de Cientista"! Descubram como o projeto Fish-DNA-Monitor está a criar uma rede atlântica de monitorização de pescas com “códigos de barras de ADN”, reconhecida pela ONU na "Década do Oceano”. 📌 Disponível no Spotify, Apple Podcasts e YouTube // 🎙️ Filipe Costa on the podcast "A Palavra de Cientista"! Learn how the Fish-DNA-Monitor project is building an Atlantic fish monitoring network using "DNA barcodes," recognised by the UN's Decade of Ocean Science. 📌 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube   Listen now: https://bit.ly/3B7ynko

🎯 We’re Hiring!   The CBMA is recruiting two Guest Researchers in the field of Biological Sciences and related areas. Join our team and contribute to cutting-edge research within the Vinny project: Advanced agroformulations enabling nano/bio-delivery of novel biopesticides and biofertilisers for circular and sustainable viticulture.   📌 Apply now and make a difference in sustainable science! Details and application: https://lnkd.in/dzgpMVMK   #WeAreHiring #ResearchJobs #BiologicalSciences #Sustainability #SustainableViticulture #Agroecology #ScienceForSDGs #ScienceJobs #CBMA #JoinOurTeam

Congratulations to our newest Doctor, Catarina Alves👩🎓   Catarina successfully defended her thesis on "The Interplay Between Habitat Conditions and Ecological Processes Within Benthic Macrofaunal Communities." Thanks to supervisors Pedro Gomes and Jesus Troncoso for their support.   Here's to a future of success for Catarina! #NewDoctorate #PhDLife #MarineEcology

🔬🏅 A UMinho celebrou ontem o talento jovem com o Prémio de Iniciação na Investigação Científica! Entre os cerca de 30 estudantes que apresentaram os seus projetos, destacamos Ricardo Oliveira, aluno da Licenciatura em Biologia Aplicada, que desenvolveu o seu trabalho nos laboratórios do CBMA. Sob a orientação dos investigadores Paulo Silva, Humberto Pereira e Bjorn Johansson, Ricardo desenvolveu o projeto "Cloning of Saccharomyces cerevisiae DGA1 (Diacylglycerol Acyltransferase)". Parabéns ao Ricardo e a todos os estudantes pelo excelente trabalho apresentado! 👏 // 🔬🏅 Yesterday, UMinho celebrated young talent with the Scientific Research Initiation Award! Among the 30 students who presented their projects, we highlight Ricardo Oliveira, a student of the Applied Biology degree, who conducted his research at the CBMA laboratories. Under the supervision of researchers Paulo Silva, Humberto Pereira, and Bjorn Johansson, Ricardo developed the project "Cloning of Saccharomyces cerevisiae DGA1 (Diacylglycerol Acyltransferase)". Congratulations to Ricardo and all the students for their outstanding work! #CBMA #UMinho #Research #Awards #YoungTalent