NOVA Biomedical Research | NBR

Build a solid foundation of knowledge while strengthening analytical and problem-solving skills in the biomedical field, within a truly global learning environment

 
An international, student-centred program, with research as the foundation of its academic approach

The International Master’s in Biomedical Research provides the core skills and knowledge required to identify scientifically relevant challenges in Biomedicine and Health Sciences, and to develop experimentally testable hypotheses with meaningful impact on scientific advancement.

 

Four areas of specialisation, defined by your dissertation:
  • Ageing and Chronic Diseases
  • Oncobiology
  • Neurosciences
  • Regenerative Medicine

 

PROGRAM COORDINATORS

Paulo Pereira
Principal Investigator
Rita Teodoro
Principal Investigator
Cláudia Guimas Almeida
Principal Investigator

 

APPLICATIONS 2026/2027

 

  • VACANCIES  | 20
  • LANGUAGE | English
  • DURATION | 2 years
  • SCHEDULE | Daytime, monday to friday
  • START DATE | September, 2026

 

In the Master’s in Biomedical Research | NBR, you can explore your research interests while receiving personalised guidance and feedback.

The program follows a flexible structure, based on advanced courses updated annually.

 

Skills you will acquire
  • Solid preparation for scientific research activities.
  • Capacity to analyse, discuss, present, and communicate research findings.
  • Strong foundation for pursuing doctoral studies.
  • Ability to make meaningful contributions to healthcare improvement and the development of human resourses.

Build essential research skills, including hypothesis formulation, experimental design, critical data analysis, and research ethics. Develop the ability to critically evaluate scientific articles, present research projects, and plan a scientific career across diverse contexts.

Course coordinator:

Paulo Pereira
Principal Investigator

 

Learn to define scientifically relevant questions, turn hypotheses into experimental approaches, and critically assess methods, techniques, and results in biomedical research. Develop the ability to select appropriate strategies and interpret data rigorously, while understanding limitations and alternative approaches.

Course coordinator:

Duarte Barral
Principal Investigator

 

Acquire essential knowledge of cellular regulation and its applications in biomedical research. Learn key experimental approaches in cellular and molecular biology, interpreting relevant concepts, emerging questions, and current scientific literature. Develop practical skills to design, execute, and critically discuss experimental protocols.

 

Course coordinator:

Rita Teodoro
Principal Investigator

 

Strengthen your skills in critically analysing scientific publications, assessing the strengths and limitations of methods used. Learn to select experimental approaches, techniques, and models, leveraging lab rotations, research projects, and multidisciplinary collaboration to address specific scientific questions.

Course coordinator:

Cláudia Guimas Almeida
Principal Investigator

 

Course coordinator:

Paulo Pereira
Principal Investigator

 

  • Carcinogenesis – underlying molecular and cellular alterations
  • From function to dysfunction in neural circuits and behaviour
  • Stem Cells and Development 
  • Aging and age-related disease: From molecular mechanisms to therapies
  • Regenerative Medicine Strategies
  • Mechanisms of neuronal differentiation, development and function
  • Translational and Precision Medicine 
  • Translational & Clinical Oncology

 

Develop and consolidate the essential skills to plan and execute your research with autonomy and critical judgement. Learn to leverage scientific resources, interpret relevant literature, and design projects that address knowledge gaps or contribute to new discoveries and technologies.

Course coordinator:

José António Belo
Principal Investigator

 

Research Project - 2nd Year

Your thesis topic defines your specialisation at NBR:

  • Ageing and Chronic Diseases
  • Neurosciences
  • Oncobiology
  • Regenerative Medicine

Course coordinator:

Paulo Pereira
Principal Investigator

 

 

NBR is the right choice for those seeking a hands-on approach to gain both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed for a successful career in Biomedical Research.

 

Open to students with a background in:
  • Biology
  • Cell and Molecular Biology
  • Biochemistry
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Nutrition
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Medicine
  • Psichology
  • Other degrees related to Biomedicine

 

  • Coming soon.
  • Biomedical industry
  • Scientific career
  • Scientific writing, science journalism, editorial positions in scientific journals
  • Science communication, science illustration
  • Doctoral programs in Portugal and abroad

 

 

 

The world we live in is global, so it is also our responsibility to ensure that students have the opportunity to go abroad and come into contact with different ways of living, studying, and working.

Some of our students have chosen to do laboratory rotations and thesis research projects in laboratories abroad, which only need to be approved by the NBR coordination.

 

Tuition fee 2025/2026
  • National Student (EU) | €2.500,00 /year
  • International Student (non-EU) | €3.500,00 /year
 
Other fees
  • Application | €51,00
  • Enrollment | €35,00 /year
  • School insurance | €14,00 /year
Program accreditation:

 

 

 

 

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BROCHURE HERE

 

NEED MORE INFORMATION? CONTACT US:

 
 
Manuel Batatinha
Admissions Advisor

 

E-mail: admissions@nms.unl.pt

Tel.: +351 210 529 766

Monday through Friday
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