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
CERIS Researchers Take Best Paper Award at International Conference in Delft
A study led by João Paulo Ferreira, researcher at CERIS and Invited Assistant Professor at DECivil/IST, has been distinguished with the...
Jornadas CERIS 2026 – Juntos, mais fortes
No passado dia 8 de abril, o Técnico Innovation Center recebeu as Jornadas CERIS — um encontro dedicado à partilha de conhecimento, col...
Pizza Seminar Highlights Research Pathways in Transportation Infrastructure, by Professor Heber Oliveira
On 19th of March 2026, in DECivil Museum, CERIS hosted one more Pizza Seminar titled “From Local to International: Research Pathways in...
Exploring the Future of Materials with Professor Luís Silva: Advancing Rigid-Body–Spring Modelling
CERIS recently hosted a seminar titled “From Masonry Mechanics to Architected Materials: A Rigid-Body–Spring Modelling Framework”, deli...
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