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How do asexual people navigate intimacy?
Ana Catarina Carvalho and David L. Rodrigues explored and characterized the plurality of experiences of people in the asexuality spectrum (a-spec).
23 hours ago3 min read


Research aims to improve conditions for young NEETs
Analysis of three studies focused on the well-being of NEET youth and the analysis of educational policies in rural areas, within the scope of projects by Francisco Simões.
Sep 295 min read


CIS-Iscte researcher discusses ageism at the GIMM Festival
Sibila Marques participated in the session “What are the impacts of aging on the economy and society?”, organized in partnership with the Francisco Manuel dos Santos Foundation.
Sep 101 min read


What are the Key Profiles of Potential Foster Families in Portugal?
A team lead by Eunice Magalhães grouped people into three different profiles based on how open they are to becoming foster parents.
Sep 53 min read


Research Informs How Portugal’s Colonial Past Still Fuels Microaggressions Against Immigrant Women Today
Elena Piccinelli and Melanie Vauclair collaborated with Filipa Madeira (ICS-ULisboa) to understand the experiences of immigrant women in Portugal.
Sep 12 min read


European Researchers' Night 2025
26/09/2024 | MUHNAC | Espaço Inclusão & Vamos (re)conectar pessoas e rios!
Aug 273 min read


Researchers present a new model to understand individual impacts of cancel culture prevention
CIS-Iscte researchers Tiago Rôxo Aguiar and Diniz Lopes collaborated with Thomas R. Brooks to introduce the Pressure for a Perfect Conduct, described as “the pressure one feels to conduct themselves perfectly under the threat of being canceled."
Jul 13 min read


Green street planning in Portugal does not align with active ageing
The GreenCity4Aging project team examined the degree of alignment between public policy on active mobility and active ageing at international, national and local level.
Jun 253 min read


New Research Highlights Psychological Resilience in Chronic Pain Management
Alexandra Ferreira-Valente was part of an international team that explored how cultivating a belief in a purposeful life despite the challenges of chronic pain can foster better psychological outcomes.
Jun 112 min read


Research explores changing perceptions of marine life, with impacts on conservation efforts
Sandra Godinho and Margarida Garrido explored how media portraits orcas and how that impacts people's perceptions.
Apr 73 min read


How does “sweet” music impact tasting experiences?
The study conducted by David Guedes, Marília Prada and Margarida Garrido informs on how auditory stimuli can enhance tasting experiences.
Jan 302 min read


Social and family support can promote the well-being of adolescents in residential care
The study conducted by Micaela Pinheiro, Eunice Magalhães, and Joana Baptista can inform practice and policies regarding residential care.
Dec 4, 20243 min read


Does perceiving what happens as just promote well-being?
Study explored if perceiving what happens as just relates to how people cope with financial and health difficulties.
Oct 3, 20243 min read


Two CIS-Iscte projects at the 2024 European Researchers' Night
On the night of September 27, our researchers engaged with the public under the theme "Science for Global Challenges".
Sep 30, 20242 min read


Research explored people’s perceptions about the nutritional profile of cereal bars
This research from CIS-Iscte, Ispa and IPL suggests a need for better education on reading labels and understanding nutritional guidelines.
Sep 18, 20242 min read
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