Fraunhofer Portugal

Associação Fraunhofer Portugal Research

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Fraunhofer Portugal

The Associação Fraunhofer Portugal Research (Fraunhofer Portugal), is a non-profit private association founded by Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, the largest organisation for applied research in Europe.

A Driving Force in Innovation

Fraunhofer Portugal aims on the creation of scientific knowledge capable of generating added value to its clients and partners, exploring technology innovations oriented towards economic growth, the social well-being and the improvement of the quality of life of its end-users.

Research of Practical Utility

Fraunhofer Portugal promotes and coordinates the cooperation between its research centers, other research institutions and Industry partners, with the objective of undertaking applied research of direct utility to private and public enterprises and of wide benefit to society.

Fraunhofer Portugal Latest News

New patent granted to FhP-AICOS’ solution

Fraunhofer Portugal was granted a European patent (EP3695775A1).

14.4.2023

Portuguese-German Parliamentary group of the Deutsche Bundestag visits Fraunhofer Portugal

20.12.2022

The University of Debrecen visits Fraunhofer Portugal AICOS on an exploratory trip for new research partners

27.10.2022

Technology and sustainability hand in hand in the final of the Fraunhofer Portugal Challenge 2022

Happening in our R&D centres

Fraunhofer Portugal AICOS / 4.12.2025

Future-Proofing Hallmarking: AICOS Supports Innovation at INCM’s Assay Office

Developed by INCM in collaboration with Instituto Pedro Nunes and Universidade de Coimbra, Uniquemark® introduces a disruptive approach to the certification of high-value pieces.

Fraunhofer Portugal AICOS / 24.11.2025

When Design Meets Discomfort: Reflections from HCDWeek 2025

From November 17 to 20, 2025, FhP‑AICOS proudly hosted the fourth edition of HCDWeek at its Porto premises, dedicating this year’s event to the theme of "Awkwardness in Design Research."

Fraunhofer Portugal AICOS / 10.11.2025

The five disruptive ideas that dominated the Fraunhofer Portugal Challenge 2025

The 16^th edition of the Fraunhofer Portugal Challenge distinguished innovative projects in the fields of artificial intelligence, cyber-physical systems, and health technology—aligned with Fraunhofer Portugal AICOS’s ongoing commitment to applied research and the development of solutions that address real-world challenges.

Fraunhofer Portugal AICOS / 22.9.2025

Strengthening Collaboration on Open Data: FhP-AICOS and Fraunhofer FOKUS Join Forces on the Piveau Platform

This strategic partnership brings together the complementary expertise of two Fraunhofer institutes, uniting FOKUS’ leadership in digital governance with AICOS’ experience in connected systems.