Empowering innovation and research in business sciences and information systems
At CIICESI, we strive to advance knowledge and drive impactful research in key areas of business sciences and information systems to catalyze innovation, foster sustainable development, and empower communities. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, progressive methodologies, and a commitment to excellence, we aim to address contemporary challenges, uncover new insights, and cultivate transformative solutions that enrich both academia and industry.
Upcoming Events
Explore all upcoming events on our calendar to stay informed and engaged with the latest happenings and opportunities in our community.
13th ASECU Youth International Conference and Summer School
The 13th ASECU Youth Conference in Vlore, Albania, explores global economic dynamics and strategies for progress, combining academic dialogue with cultural exchange.
DOKBAT 2024 - 20th International Bata Conference for Doctoral Students and Young Scientists
DOKBAT 2024 is a conference for young researchers in management and tech, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange.
188th EAAE Seminar, International Conference Centre, CIHEAM-MAI.Chania
The 188th EAAE Seminar will be on the theme of "Reorienting agri-food chains to hinder climate change and food security threats".
Ongoing R&D Projects
Welcome to our R&D Projects — our team is dedicated to exploring innovative solutions that drive business growth and scientific knowledge.
Project
Funding
Global
ESTG | CIICESI
Coordination
Project
PREV/HED - Prevention of sexual violence and harassment in higher education
[2023-1-FR01-KA220-HED-000152633] October/2023 — September/2026
Funding
Erasmus +
Global
€ 400.000,00
ESTG | CIICESI
€ 54.207,00
Coordination
Association Les Militants des Savoirs
Project
PRIVATEER - Privacy-first security enablers for 6g networks
[101096110] January/2023 — December/2025
Funding
European Union
Global
€ 4.756.585,00
ESTG | CIICESI
€ 172.500,00
Coordination
Georgios Gardikis
Project
PRODUTECH R3 - Agenda Mobilizadora da Fileira das Tecnologias de Produção para a Reindustrialização
[02/C05-i01.01/2022.PC645808870-00000067] January/2022 — December/2025
Funding
PRR
Global
€ 97.111.730,27
ESTG | CIICESI
€ 551.629,90
Coordination
Colep Packaging Portugal, S.A
Project
ENTER-CBL - Boosting Entrepreneurial Mindset of Students with Challenge-Based Learning
[KA220-HED-9f60e2241] November/2023 — October/2025
Funding
Erasmus +
Global
€ 250.000,00
ESTG | CIICESI
€ 57.240,00
Coordination
Paweł Urgacz
Project
CONNECT5: Digital Innovation Hub
[CONNECT5-03/C16-i03/2022] October/2022 — September/2025
Funding
IAPMEI
Global
€ 4.500.000,00
ESTG | CIICESI
Coordination
Associação para o Pólo das Tecnologias de Informação, Comunicação e Electrónica - TICE.pt
Our Management Team
Vitor Braga
integrated Researcher
Vitor Braga is an Associate Professor at the School of Technology and Management (ESTG) – Porto Polytechnic (IPP)...
Marisa Ferreira
integrated Researcher
My academic journey has been marked by a pursuit of knowledge in various domains, shaping me into a...
Ana Borges
integrated Researcher
Ana Borges currently works at ESTG, Polytechnic Institute of Porto, as Adjunt Professor, and is the director of...
Our Advisory Board
Paula Fernanda Varandas Ferreira
Escola de Engenharia da Universidade do Minho, Portugal
Advisor Website