innovation and sustainability
in the Built and Natural
Environment field.
researchers in the CERIS
scientific activities.
> 12 Labs explore complementary
competences and experiences.
and skills development have
been internationally awarded.
Lisbon, one of the most
beautiful cities in the world.
CERIS AT A GLANCE
CERIS – Civil Engineering Research and Innovation for Sustainability – is an FCT-registered research unit operating in the Civil Engineering area. It is hosted by the Department of Civil Engineering, Architecture and Environment (DECivil) of Instituto Superior Técnico (IST), University of Lisbon (ULisboa).
Members
The research staff of CERIS works in diverse and complementarity scientific areas, which offer an engaging and dynamic multidisciplinary environment.
International Students
International students find in CERIS appropriate conditions to their expectations for training and development.
Highlights & Figures 2015-2019
The quality and impact of research activities of CERIS in 2015-19 are summarized here.
Comunication in Science
CERIS integrates the group of Science Communication of Instituto Superior Técnico research units.
Latest News
Professor José Oliveira Pedro Successfully Completes Habilitation in Civil Engineering
On 3 September 2026, Professor José Oliveira Pedro successfully completed his Habilitation in Civil Engineering at Instituto Superior T...
CERIS Seminar explores the role of coastal hydrodynamics in climate resilience
On 14 September CERIS hosted a seminar at the DECivil Museum featuring Professor Tomohiro Suzuki, Associate Professor in Coastal and Of...
Remembering Luís Filipe Tavares Ribeiro: A Visionary Legacy in Groundwater Science, Culture and Music
On 31 August 2026, the Hydrogeology Journal published a special tribute to Luís Filipe Tavares Ribeiro, former Associate Professor at I...
CERIS Aveiro researchers bring Civil Engineering to life at the University of Aveiro Summer Academy
Researchers from CERIS Aveiro, in collaboration with the Department of Civil Engineering (DECivil) at the University of Aveiro, took pa...
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