Polytechnic University of Guarda registers three patents in the fields of digital and health

Notícias de Coimbra9 September 2026 at 10:25

The Polytechnic University of Guarda submitted three patent applications to the National Institute of Industrial Property. The patents were developed by researchers from the institution in the fields of digital and health. This achievement represents an important milestone for the higher education institution. The UPG thus demonstrates its commitment to research and technological innovation.

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