Decree-Law no. 210/2026, issued by the Presidency of the Council of Ministers, has been published in the Official Gazette (Diário da República), establishing the new legal framework for the National Science, Technology, and Innovation System.
This new legislative framework introduces significant updates and key guidelines for the organization, funding, and governance of scientific research and innovation activities across Portugal.
The decree holds particular relevance for the academic community, research centers, and science managers, as it shapes the national ecosystem within which R&D activities under ILIND and Universidade Lusófona are carried out.
To read the full official document, access the [Decree-Law no. 210/2026 published in the Diário da República].