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 Day Out 2026: CERISously Together!
On 8 October, more than 70 CERIS researchers from across all the research hubs came together for CERIS Day Out 2026, under the motto "C...
CERIS Brings Science Closer to Society at European Researchers’ Night 2026
On 25 September 2026, CERIS participated in European Researchers’ Night across Lisbon, Coimbra and Aveiro, engaging with the public thr...
CERIS Seminar Explores Experimental Testing and Numerical Modelling of Glass and Precast Structures by Researchers From the University of Split, Croatia
On 23 September 2026, CERIS hosted two seminars at the DECivil Museum, featuring researchers from the University of Split, Croatia.The ...
Top 2% Scientists: Stanford/Elsevier ranking update is out – CERIS researchers make the list once again
The latest edition of the Stanford University and Elsevier ranking of the world’s most cited scientists has been released, reflecting c...
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