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WCSMO-17: Global Optimization Community Meets in Brazil in 2027

2026-05-27

🚨 We are pleased to announce the 17th World Congress of Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization (WCSMO-17), to be held in Foz do Iguassu, Brazil, from May 16–21, 2027. The leading international conference in structural and multidisciplinary optimization is returning to South America, bringing together researchers, students, and industry professionals from around the world to discuss the latest advances in the field and foster new collaborations. 📅 Date: May 16–21, 2027 📍 Location: Foz do Iguassu, Brazil What to expect: ✨ Plenary lectures by internationally recognized experts ✨ Presentations on cutting-edge research in structural and multidisciplinary optimization ✨ Opportunities for networking and collaboration with the global optimization community ✨ Discussions on emerging methods, industrial applications, and future challenges ✨ A unique scientific experience in one of Brazil’s most remarkable destinations 🎥 Watch the official promotional video below. 🌐 More information: WCSMO-17 Official Website https://wcsmo2027.com/ We look forward to welcoming you to

Students from Colégio Betel Brasileiro and Colégio Dom Bosco visit RCGI-USP

RCGI-USP welcomed students from the lower secondary and upper secondary levels of Colégio Betel Brasileiro and Colégio Dom Bosco São Paulo on 10 September for a morning dedicated to science, innovation and learning about technologies for the energy transition. The visit was an initiative of Professor Thiago Lopes and his undergraduate students. The programme began with a presentation on RCGI-USP,

2026-09-15

RCGI-USP welcomes delegation from Beihang University

The Research Centre for Greenhouse Gas Innovation at the University of São Paulo (RCGI-USP) welcomed, on 27 August 2026, an institutional delegation from Beihang University (China), led by Prof. Zhao Weisheng, Vice President of the University, and comprising representatives from senior management and the areas of international relations, science, technology and innovation. Recognised as one of China’s leading universities in

2026-08-28

RCGI-USP launches guide on environmental and social impact assessment of offshore wind energy in tropical environments

On 18 August 2026, RCGI-USP held the launch of the book Guide for Assessing Environmental and Social Impacts of Offshore Wind Energy Development in Tropical Environments. Edited by Professors Luis Sánchez, Alexandre Turra and Carla Grigoletto Duarte, the publication brings together knowledge and guidance to support the assessment of impacts associated with offshore wind energy development in tropical regions. The

2026-08-20

WCSMO-17: Global Optimization Community Meets in Brazil in 2027

2026-05-27

USP patent transforms urban mapping method into a tool for public policy

Methodology enables the identification, based on territorial data, of vulnerabilities in areas such as energy, mobility, infrastructure and health A methodology developed at the University of São Paulo (USP) to map urban vulnerabilities using territorial data has been patented in Brazil. The procedure, coordinated by geographer Luís Antonio Bittar Venturi, establishes a structured approach for accurately identifying areas more susceptible

2026-05-26

RCGI-USP invites you to a panel at SciBiz 2026

🚀 It’s tomorrow! RCGI-USP supports SciBiz 2026 and invites you to attend the panel: “The Power of Connecting Startups and Corporations: Programs, Capital and Collaboration to Scale Innovation” 📅 12 May ⏰ 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 📍 Inova USP – Auditorium The panel will bring together representatives from companies, startups and research centres to discuss how strategic connections can

2026-05-11

ETRI 2025 – Book of Abstracts Available

Dear researchers, professors, and all ETRI participants, We are delighted to share the Book of Abstracts ETRI 2025, now available on the official event website: https://sites.usp.br/rcgi/events/etri/etri-2025/ This collection truly showcases the diversity, quality, and impact of the research presented at ETRI 2025. It reflects the inspiring collaboration between researchers, institutions, and industry partners, all working together to advance knowledge and

2026-04-29

Call for Volunteers – ETRI 2026

For the first time, the Energy Transition Research & Innovation Conference (ETRI) is launching a Volunteer Programme for ETRI 2026. We are inviting USP undergraduate students, postgraduate students, and researchers to join the organisation of one of the leading international conferences on energy transition, climate, and innovation. As a volunteer, you will gain hands-on experience in international event management, interact

2026-04-22

International conference opens call for papers on energy transition and the geopolitics of innovation

International conference opens call for papers on energy transition and the geopolitics of innovation Researchers have until June 26 to submit abstracts to ETRI 2026, which will be held at the University of São Paulo (USP), in the city of São Paulo. The call for papers is now open for the Energy Transition Research & Innovation Conference (ETRI 2026), an

2026-04-13