UT Austin Portugal Program

01/06/2026

What makes TechLaunch 2026 different?

This year’s edition includes an enhanced support structure for selected teams, helping them carry out the activities needed to test the market potential of science- and technology-based solutions.

Selected teams may access an indicative budget to support eligible expenses related to customer discovery, validation activities, prototyping, and participation in the program’s immersive components, including the Opening Week in Portugal and the Closing Week at The University of Texas at Austin.

This support does not constitute direct funding or a fixed allocation. It is managed through approved eligible expenses, in line with the program’s rules and applicable funding requirements.

Over seven weeks, teams will be guided through a hands-on process modeled after the NSF I-Corps™ approach, engaging directly with potential customers, users, and stakeholders to refine their value proposition and explore pathways toward real-world impact.

Deadline for submissions: June 19, 2026

Learn more and apply: https://utaustinportugal.org/calls/techlaunch-from-invention-to-impact-2026-edition/

27/05/2026

One day left to apply

The UT Austin Portugal Program’s Call for Expressions of Interest for In-Residency Ph.D. Research Internships at The University of Texas at Austin closes tomorrow, May 28, 2026, at 23:59 UTC+1.

This opportunity is designed for Ph.D. students in Portugal seeking to advance their research through direct collaboration with UT Austin faculty and an in-residence experience of 6 to 12 months.

For candidates preparing their applications, this is the final reminder to review the official Call Announcement, confirm eligibility and documentation, and submit before the deadline.

More information on our website: https://utaustinportugal.org/calls/call-for-expressions-of-interest-eoi-for-in-residency-phd-research-internships-at-the-university-of-texas-at-austin/

19/05/2026

TechLaunch 2026 is now open for submissions.

Developed under the UT Austin Portugal Program in collaboration with ANI | Agência Nacional de Inovação S.A, TechLaunch supports research-based teams in exploring the market potential of science- and technology-driven ideas.

Through a hands-on program inspired by the NSF I-Corps™ model, selected teams will work on customer discovery, value proposition refinement, and market validation, while engaging with experienced instructors and The University of Texas at Austin innovation ecosystem.

The 2026 edition is designed for researchers, PhD students, faculty members, and early-stage teams based in Portugal who are ready to test assumptions, listen to potential users and stakeholders, and take practical steps from invention to impact.

Submissions by: June 19, 2026

Learn more on the TechLaunch 2026 page: https://utaustinportugal.org/calls/techlaunch-2026-from-invention-to-impact/

04/05/2026

Applications remain open for the UT Austin Portugal Program’s fully funded in-residence Ph.D. research internships at The University of Texas at Austin.

If you are considering applying, this post highlights the key points to keep in mind before submitting your application.

📅 Deadline: May 21, 2026
🔗 Full details: https://utaustinportugal.org/calls/call-for-expressions-of-interest-eoi-for-in-residency-phd-research-internships-at-the-university-of-texas-at-austin/

22/04/2026

On this Earth Day, we are reminded that caring for the planet begins with understanding it better.

From monitoring environmental change to advancing cleaner energy systems, the path toward more resilient futures depends on knowledge, scientific ambition, and the ability to turn research into meaningful action.

This is why areas such as Space–Earth Technologies and Clean Energy are so important. They help generate the insight, tools, and solutions needed to respond more effectively to complex challenges, from environmental monitoring and risk prevention to the long-term transition toward more sustainable systems.

At the UT Austin Portugal Program, we see this not as a symbolic gesture, but as part of a broader commitment to supporting research and collaboration that can contribute to more informed decisions, stronger resilience, and a better future for people and planet.

On , we recognize the role of science, cooperation, and long-term commitment in helping build that future.

15/04/2026

Two Portuguese deep-tech companies have now joined Startup2Scaleup 2026.

We are pleased to announce that StratioBD and Enline are the first two companies selected for this year’s cohort.

Their selection reflects the level of ambition, technological maturity, and international readiness that Startup2Scaleup is designed to support: Portuguese companies prepared to scale internationally and engage with the U.S. market in a focused and strategic way.

Delivered by The University of Texas at Austin’s Global Innovation Lab through the UT Austin Portugal Program, Startup2Scaleup is a highly selective, ex*****on-driven initiative designed to help deep-tech companies convert innovation into real commercial traction in the U.S.

Over the next 12 months, these companies will work closely with the GIL team to validate and execute a U.S. go-to-market strategy, engage with prospective customers, partners, and potential investors, and build long-term connections with the Texas and broader U.S. business and innovation ecosystem.

Applications remain open for the current cohort, with two additional places still available, learn more: https://utaustinportugal.org/s2s/

09/04/2026

A new opportunity is now open for Ph.D. students from Portuguese Higher Education Institutions to develop part of their research at The University of Texas at Austin.

The UT Austin Portugal Program has launched a new call for fully funded in-residence Ph.D. research internships, designed for doctoral students who wish to strengthen their work through direct collaboration with UT faculty, access international research environments, and deepen their engagement with one of the world’s leading research universities.

The call is open to candidates whose work aligns with one of the Program’s key areas:

- Advanced Computing
- Nanotechnologies
- Space-Earth Technologies
- Clean Energy

This is a highly competitive opportunity and a meaningful way to accelerate research, broaden scientific networks, and gain valuable international experience.

📅 Applications open until May 21, 2026
🔗 More information in the call materials and application form below.

Access the page:

Education Call for Expressions of Interest (EoI) for In-Residency Ph.D. Research Internships at The University of Texas at Austin Open Applications Open until May 21, 2026 The UT Austin Portugal Program is pleased to launch a new call for fully funded Ph.D. in-residency research internships hosted a...

31/03/2026

These visits are not symbolic exchanges. They produce tangible outcomes.

At the recent UT Austin Portugal Exchange Researchers Seminar, visiting researchers from the current 2025/2026 cohort presented the work advanced during their mobility period at UT Austin and reflected on the scientific and personal value of the experience.

The projects presented spanned biomedical research, advanced materials, remote sensing, AI, and machine learning. Different fields, different questions but a common result: mobility, when well designed, accelerates research, opens access to new expertise, and creates the conditions for stronger collaboration.

The seminar was also a reminder that international research experience matters not only for what it produces in the short term, but for the confidence, networks, and future pathways it helps build.

More on the seminar and this cohort’s experience:

The UT Austin Portugal Program recently held another edition of its Exchange Researchers Seminar at The University of Texas at Austin, bringing together visiting researchers from the current 2025/2026 cohort, who are nearing the end of their mobility period, to present the work developed during thei...

17/03/2026

Many startup programs focus on mentoring and pitching.

Startup2ScaleUp (S2S) focuses on ex*****on.

Through UT Austin’s Global Innovation Lab, Portuguese deep-tech companies work directly with U.S. experts to develop and implement a real market entry strategy.

Selected companies receive:

• Hands-on support to engage with U.S. customers and partners
• Weekly business development guidance
• Strategic positioning in the U.S. innovation ecosystem
• A structured pathway to validate commercial opportunities

The program is designed for companies that are beyond early R&D, have strong technology or IP, and see the U.S. as a priority market.

Applications remain open for the Startup2ScaleUp 2026 cohort.

Learn more and apply: https://utaustinportugal.org/s2s/

10/03/2026

Research thrives when talented people can move, connect, and build together.

This spring, UT Austin Portugal visiting researchers are working side-by-side with UT Austin hosts, bringing new perspectives into the lab and strengthening long-term ties between Portugal and Texas.

We’ll be sharing snapshots from their time on campus over the coming weeks.

Thank you to the UT Austin team for the collaboration and support.

Follow us on more upcoming opportunities soon.