Our mission is to develop psychological and psychosocial knowledge, integrating different levels of analysis and various methodological approaches. Advancing theory-based analysis of contemporary problems, we develop interventions and inform knowledge-based public policies. The training of students and young researchers is also a priority, as are integrating theories across the various areas of psychology, and connecting them with other disciplines, consolidating our reputation as an internationally recognized centre of excellence.
Today CIS-iscte is recognized for its contributions to areas such as:
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Emotions: Experience, Recognition & Regulation
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Environment, climate change & Citizenship
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Intergroup Relations & Identity
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Interpersonal Relations
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Family and Education Systems
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Psychological Development
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Situated Social Cognition
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Social Disparities in Health
CIS-iscte obtained the classification of Excellent on the last evaluation (2019) carried out by the Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT).
Staff
Sara Costa Fernandes
Science Manager: PEST Funds; Science Communication