May 15

Universidade Europeia is launching its first call for 5 PhD Research Scholarships under the FCT–Universidade Europeia (ChallengeEU) protocol. These are mixed scholarships (Portugal + mobility within the alliance), designed to strengthen our joint research capacity and enable co-supervision and research stays across partner universities. These scholarships are made possible through funding from FCT, the Portuguese national public agency that supports and promotes scientific research, technology, andinnovation across all fields of knowledge. To ensure you receive the most accurate assistance, please address any questions or future correspondence regarding this matter to the Science Management Office at Universidade Europeia Lisbon: research@universidadeeuropeia.pt Key facts (call summary): • Number of scholarships: 5 • Main thematic areas (choose 1 main SDG + up to 3 keywords/subtopics): SDG 3, SDG 9, SDG 13 (see shortlist below) • Duration: annual grants, renewable up to a maximum of 48 months • International mobility: research period at a ChallengeEU partner university up to 12 months • Call period: March 15, 2026 (00:00) to May 15, 2026 (23:59, Lisbon time) • How to apply: applications must be submitted by email only to research@universidadeeuropeia.pt (no other submission channels) • Info/contact: research@universidadeeuropeia.pt Co-supervision shortlist (as stated in the call): SDG 3 | Health & Well-Being • Health promotion, prevention, and social determinants of health (including territorial inequalities) • Innovation in healthcare and proximity services (especially in rural/peripheral regions) • Digital health and hybrid care delivery models (telehealth, monitoring, health literacy) SDG 9 | Smart Digitalization • Digital transformation in education and research (platforms, open resources, alternative credentials) • Digital skills and digital inclusion (especially where literacy gaps exist) • Responsible technologies and innovation (governance, transparency, explainability, trust in digital systems) SDG 13 | Sustainable Futures • Climate transition and applied sustainability at regional level (energy, mobility, water, waste, circularity) • Green innovation and adoption of sustainable technologies in regional “testbeds” • Scenario planning and implementation strategies for sustainability in concrete territories How you can help (co-supervision / hosting mobility): If you have interest in co-supervising or hosting a research stay (up to 12 months), please reply with: 1. Name + unit/department 2. SDG area(s) + subtopic(s) you can support 3. Preferred type of involvement (co-supervision, hosting mobility, both) 4. Any brief notes on facilities/data/testbeds you can offer We will use your input to match applicants’ research plans with suitable ChallengeEU co-supervisors and host institutions.