CERIS Researcher Carla Marchão Distinguished in the FCT Awards 2026

Carla Marchão, researcher at CERIS NOVA and Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering of NOVA School of Science and Technology (NOVA FCT), has been distinguished as Best Professor of the Department of Civil Engineering in the FCT Awards 2026. The distinction was awarded by the NOVA FCT student community in recognition of her dedication to teaching, proximity to students, and contribution to academic life.

Organized annually by the NOVA FCT Student Association (AEFCT), the FCT Awards recognize faculty members who stand out throughout the academic year for the quality of their teaching and their commitment to students. The initiative reflects the direct appreciation of the student body and highlights the positive impact of academic staff on the educational experience at the School.

This recognition is particularly significant as it marks the second consecutive year in which Carla Marchão has been selected by students as the outstanding professor of the Department of Civil Engineering, reflecting the sustained excellence of her teaching activities and her continued engagement with students.

Carla Marchão is a member of the Structures Section of the Department of Civil Engineering at NOVA FCT and integrates the CERIS NOVA Hub, contributing to the research and innovation activities developed within CERIS in the fields of structural engineering and the built environment. 

The distinction awarded to Carla Marchão is a testament not only to her commitment to teaching excellence but also to the important role that researcher-teachers play in connecting cutting-edge research with engineering education. By bringing research-driven knowledge into the classroom and maintaining a close relationship with students, she exemplifies the values that underpin CERIS's mission of advancing knowledge and fostering innovation for a more sustainable future.

CERIS warmly congratulates Carla Marchão on this well-deserved recognition and wishes her continued success in her academic and scientific career.