Events
Scientific events organized by the PI
Fri 23 MayBraga🌐 Check the link below for more details about the event: https://uminho18.wixsite.com/2cellmed
Wed 10 JulBraga🌐 Check the link below for more details about the event: https://uminho18.wixsite.com/workshopmetafungal
Tue 11 JulBraga🌐 Check the link below for more details about the event: https://uminho18.wixsite.com/cellmed
XXII Jornadas de Biologia de Leveduras Professor Nicolau van Uden. 20-21, September. Curia, Anadia, Portugal. 2024. Sandra Paiva - Member of the Organizing Committee. https://xxii-jornadas-leveduras.argarq.net/welcome/
EMBO Workshop “Membrane transporters as essential elements of cellular function and homeostasis”. Chania, Greece, 23-27 August 2022. Sandra Paiva - Member of the Scientific and Organizing Committee. https://meetings.embo.org/event/21-membrane-transporters
The GRC Power Hour™. In the scope of the “Lysosomes and Endocytosis Gordon Research Conference: Physiological Adaptations of the Endo-Lysosomal System”. Organizers: Sandra Paiva and Phyllis Hanson (University of Michigan Medical School, E.U.A.) Proctor Academy Andover, NH, U.S.A. June 19-24, 2022.
https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.ada1396
3rd Symposium on Applied Biochemistry. University of Minho, Braga, Portugal. 7-8 October, 2021. Chair: Sandra Paiva. https://iiisimposioembqa.wixsite.com/website-1
Dissemination & Outreach
MetaFungal project gathers experts for a vibrant 2nd Edition of the meeting on "Cellular Membrane Dynamics"
The 2nd Edition of the meeting on "Cellular Membrane Dynamics" 2025 organized under the MetaFungal Project, was a great success! This would not be possible without our amazing Team, all invited Speakers and Funding Agencies! Explore some of the event’s highlights in our photo gallery!
Our event was featured on Rádio Universitária do Minho -RUM! 👉Click here to know more!
MetaFungal at "A Toast to Science!": Exploring the Hidden World of Yeasts
On February 15, 2025, MetaFungal researcher Cláudia Barata was invited to the science communication event “A Toast to Science!” at the Urban Ecological Park of Viana do Castelo. In her talk, she explored both the dark and the bright sides of yeasts - from their potential to cause infections to their vital roles in biotechnology. Events like this reinforce MetaFungal’s mission to bring cutting-edge science closer to society, sparking curiosity and promoting informed discussions about emerging fungal threats and opportunities.
MetaFungal in Focus: From Research to Clinical Application
On September 27, 2024, at the Hospital of Braga, Patrícia Ataíde presented her PhD work plan and the MetaFungal Project during the Meeting on Translational Science between Clinical Practice and Fundamental Research in Fungal Infections. The event brought together researchers and medical doctors, aiming to bridge fundamental research and clinical practice in the field of fungal infections.
This participation was crucial to fulfilling the project’s mission of aligning our research with real-world clinical scenarios.
MetaFungal at NEI 2024 in Braga: Inspiring Young Minds!
The 2024 edition of European Research Night (NEI) in Braga was packed with exciting scientific activities for curious young minds and MetaFungal was proud to be part of it! Our team hosted the activity "Emerging Fungal Infections and Global Warming", sparking interest and curiosity among children and families. Explaining our research to such a diverse audience was both a challenge and a joy! It was incredibly rewarding to see so many people engaged and eager to learn more about the hidden world of fungi.
Thank you to everyone who visited our stand and to NEI for another unforgettable science-filled evening!
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MetaFungal Team at the XXII Jornadas de Biologia de Leveduras
The MetaFungal project team participated actively in the 22nd Jornadas de Biologia de Leveduras Professor Nicolau van Uden, held on September 20–21, 2024, at Hotel Termas da Curia. Representing the project, the team delivered four oral presentations, showcasing recent advances and findings in the field of yeast biology and membrane dynamics.
This participation highlights the project's scientific contribution and ongoing engagement with the broader research community dedicated to yeast.
MetaFungal Hosts Workshop on Global
Fungal Infection Challenges
The MetaFungal Interface Science Workshop: Global Challenges in Fungal Infections, held at the University of Minho in 2024, gathered international researchers, clinicians, and public health experts. The event also included a roundtable discussion with the participation of TecMinho, the university’s innovation and interface unit. This workshop served as a vital forum for knowledge exchange, collaboration and strategic planning for the future of fungal infection control.
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📰 Find out more about the event on BragaTV's report.
From Braga to the World: MetaFungal fuels International Research Experience
In 2023 and 2024, the University of Minho hosted the 1st and 2nd Editions of the Global Mobility Forum, themed “International Experiences from the UMinho Community.” Two members of the MetaFungal group, Faezeh Ghasemi (2023) and Patrícia Ataíde (2024) were kindly invited to present their Erasmus mobility experience during their master’s thesis. They emphasized how the MetaFungal project provided them the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge scientific research, while networking with leading experts, and gaining valuable insights that have enriched the Project's ongoing research.
👉 Explore the key moments of each edition (2023 or 2024) !
🎥 Watch the 1st or 2nd edition highlights on Facebook or YouTube!
Barata-Antunes C, Ghasemi F & Paiva S. "Transportadores de nutrientes: vida ou morte das células?”, 2023, University of Minho, Braga, Portugal.
Where Ambition Meets Innovation: MetaFungal at the Unlimited Future Fair
In 2023, the University of Minho hosted the Unlimited Future – Master’s and Postgraduate Fair, one of Portugal’s largest national events dedicated to advanced academic studies. This event gathered students, graduates, and professionals eager to explore the next step in their educational and professional development. In an era where higher education is becoming increasingly competitive and specialized, the presence of the MetaFungal team at the event was crucial in showcasing the innovative work currently being done in fungal biology, helping to inspire future researchers and highlight the relevance of this growing field!
The MetaFungal project presents the 1st Edition of the CellMed meeting
The MetaFungal Team organized in 2023, for the first time in Braga, the CellMed meeting: “Meeting in Cellular Membrane Dynamics.” Hosted at the INL (International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory), this event explored a wide range of topics—from membrane trafficking and lipid homeostasis to advanced imaging techniques such as super-resolution microscopy and cryo-electron microscopy. The meeting welcomed numerous invited speakers from leading institutions around the globe. Thanks to their contributions, the support of the Organizing Committee and all Funding Agencies, the event was a great success.
👉 Click here to check out the Arqus news about this event.
Christopher Burd (Yale University, USA)
The MetaFungal Team at NEI 2022: Fungi in Focus
The 2022 edition of European Research Night (NEI) in Braga included around 50 activities focused on the theme "Science for All, Sustainability, and Inclusion", aligned with the European Green Deal. Our team hosted the activity "Pathogenic Microorganisms and Nutrition", fostering curiosity and fascination among children and families. Sharing our research with such a varied group was an exciting experience! We are grateful to everyone who stopped by our stand and to NEI for hosting another memorable evening full of science and discovery!
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Celebrating Science at NEI 2021
The MetaFungal Team was kindly invited to be present at the 2021 edition of European Research Night (NEI) in Braga, focusing on the theme "Science for Climate Action". Our team hosted the activity "Fungal Infections and Climate Change". This was an unique outreach event that played a vital role in bridging the gap between researchers and society. By reaching such a diverse audience, we could promote scientific literacy and highlight the real-world impact of our research!
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