On 15 October 2026, CTAC hosted the CTAC Pitch Day: Science, Industry and the Next Generation, bringing together PhD students, researchers, and industry representatives.
Through concise three-minute pitches, participants showcased their research while developing science communication skills and reinforcing the link between academia and industry. The event also featured Dr. Catarina Araújo, Director of the Innovation Management Department at dstgroup, whose participation highlighted the importance of collaboration between research and the construction sector.
The following awards were presented:
🏆 Best Pitch of the Day – Carlos Jesus
🎨 Best Visual Communication – Adriana Ansolin
💡 Clearest Pitch – Aías Lima
CTAC congratulates the awardees and thanks all participants for contributing to the success of this initiative
