LEPABE research featured on 90 Seconds of Science

Posted on July 15th 2026

Dr. Artur Pinto, Senior Researcher from the Process, Products and Energy group of LEPABE, was featured on 90 Seconds of Science, a science communication programme broadcast by Antena 1 that showcases the work of Portuguese researchers and their latest scientific advances.

In this episode, Artur Pinto presents the development of an innovative nanomaterial combined with an LED-based system designed for the selective treatment of several types of cancer. The technology aims to improve treatment precision by targeting cancer cells while minimizing damage to healthy tissue.

You can listen to the full podcast here.

LEPABE/FEUP organizes seminar on “7 years of Legionella legislation in Portugal”

Posted on July 10th, 2026

On 16th June 2026, the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto (FEUP) hosted the seminar "7 Years of Legionella Legislation: Lessons Learned, Challenges and Future Perspectives", bringing together experts from a wide range of sectors to promote a multidisciplinary discussion on the prevention and control of Legionella in Portugal.

Throughout the day, representatives from public health authorities, regulatory bodies, inspection agencies, laboratories, industry, the hospitality sector, consultancy and academia shared their knowledge and experiences, discussing the main challenges associated with the implementation of the current legislation and identifying priorities to address emerging Legionella-related risks.

The seminar was organised within the framework of the LegioFilms Project, coordinated by Prof. Ana Alexandra Pereira, from the LEPABE Biotechnology Research Group. The event highlighted the importance of collaboration between the scientific community, regulatory authorities and stakeholders across different sectors, reinforcing the role of science in driving innovation and developing effective solutions to protect public health.

Know more here.