ULusófona Launches “PhD in 3 Minutes: Science Live” Contest

ULusófona has opened applications for the first edition of the “PhD in 3 Minutes: Science Live” competition, an initiative aimed at PhD students that challenges participants to present their research in a clear, creative, and accessible way in just three minutes.

Inspired by the international “Three Minute Thesis” concept, this initiative aims to highlight the research conducted at ULusófona and strengthen the scientific communication skills of its doctoral students. The challenge is simple yet demanding: to explain a central idea of the doctoral project in language accessible to non-specialist audiences, without compromising scientific rigor.

More than just a competition, “PhD in 3 Minutes: Science Live” is an opportunity to give science a voice, bring research closer to society, and showcase the impact of the knowledge produced at ULusófona.

To participate, submit a video - in Portuguese or English - to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by July 31. The video must not exceed three minutes and should present, in a clear and engaging manner, a central idea of the doctoral project.

After evaluating the applications, three finalists will be selected, who will have the opportunity to present their research live during the event “Creating Science and Driving Innovation Made in Lusófona,” which will take place in September.

The winner will receive financial support to attend a scientific conference, and prizes will also be awarded to the second- and third-place finishers. All participants will receive a certificate of participation.

Your research deserves to be heard. Are you up to the challenge?