The motivation to participate in the Postgraduate Course in Health Economics and Health Outcomes stemmed from the desire to gain a deeper understanding of how the Portuguese healthcare ecosystem functions, particularly in relation to the approval of medicines.
The hybrid format of the classes fits well with an active professional life as a Market Access manager in a pharmaceutical company. The diverse experiences of both the instructors and participants make the sessions collaborative and dynamic.
Marta Rodrigues
Public Affairs Lead – Ipsen Portugal
At NOVA NSPH I found much more than just a place of learning, I found an environment where I was able to grow on many levels. From my Master’s to my PhD, I took part in national and international projects that resulted in publications and conference presentations. I also took on responsibilities as President of the Students’ Association and as a member of the Pedagogical Council, contributing with initiatives that made a real impact on our community. The close relationship with lecturers, researchers and fellow students made this experience unique, created a lasting bond with NOVA NSPH, and strengthened my confidence in the path I chose to follow.
Francisco Madeira
PhD Student
The Postgraduate in Health Economics and Health Outcomes was essential to complement my training in Pharmaceutical Sciences. The classes, materials, and practical examples provided a comprehensive view of Health Economics, which motivated me to pursue a PhD in Public Health at NOVA NSPH. In addition to the knowledge gained, the sharing of experiences among colleagues was enriching. The course boosted my career, allowing me to better understand the healthcare system and evolve as a hospital pharmacist and now as a research fellow.
Ana Rita Santos
Health Economics Researcher – Value for Health CoLAB
My journey at NSPH began 4 years ago when I joined the Master's programme in Public Health, and has been consolidated until I started my PhD. Along the way, I've had the opportunity to take part in national and international research projects that have made a decisive contribution to my academic and professional growth, allowing me to build a solid and diverse network. I actively participated in the school's associative life, which was an enriching experience, not only because of the teamwork and community spirit, but also because I was able to represent and contribute to the continuous improvement of the student pathway at NSPH. NSPH is not only a place for learning, but also a place for belonging, growth and transformation. And it is with great pride that I am part of this community.
Innovation in public health today requires a strong alliance between science, technology, and implementation capacity. It is in this context that the NOVA National School of Public Health (NOVA NSPH) and Glintt Global have formalised a strategic collaboration protocol, creating a structured bridge between academic knowledge and applied technological development.
This partnership emerges with the ambition of accelerating the digital transformation of health systems through the integration of scientific knowledge and advanced technological capacity, promoting solutions grounded in scientific evidence and strengthening the ability to respond to increasingly complex challenges, from financial sustainability to care integration, from prevention to the intelligent use of data.
More than an institutional agreement, this partnership represents a commitment to the digital transformation of public health, fostering a structured link between academia and the business sector and enhancing the creation of innovative products, services, and models aimed at efficiency, sustainability, and resilience within health systems. With the protocol now signed, NOVA NSPH strengthens its collaboration with strategic technological partners to accelerate innovation in the sector.
The partnership envisages collaboration across several areas of impact. In the field of education and applied training, it includes internships, projects, mentoring, the development of practical cases, and other pedagogical activities that bring students closer to the reality of the sector. On the scientific and technological front, it covers joint research, participation in pilot projects and experimental activities, as well as the collaborative development of digital products, services, and solutions, combining the scientific and technical capacity of NOVA NSPH with Glintt Global’s technological, digital, and data science expertise, particularly in the areas of interoperability and the development of digital health solutions.
The partnership also extends to the promotion of lifelong learning initiatives and professional capacity-building, the transfer and valorisation of the knowledge produced, as well as the submission of joint applications for national and international funding. It is a clear commitment to responsible innovation, oriented towards efficiency, sustainability, and the resilience of health systems.
“This partnership with Glintt Global represents a strategic step in consolidating the School’s position as a bridge between science, technology, and society. By bringing together applied research, digital innovation, and advanced training, we are creating concrete conditions for the development of scalable, sustainable solutions with real impact on health systems and on people’s lives,” highlights Sónia Dias, Director of NOVA NSPH.
“Collaboration with NOVA NSPH strengthens the integration between scientific knowledge and technological capacity, accelerating the development of digital solutions focused on efficiency, quality, and the sustainability of health systems. This partnership reflects a shared vision of impactful innovation,” reinforces Hélder Freitas Silva, Strategy Director at Glintt Global.
This collaboration also aligns with two major structural initiatives currently being developed by NOVA NSPH. On the one hand, the Technological Interface Centre in Public Health (CITSP), funded by the Lisbon Regional Programme 2021–2027 (LISBOA2030) through FEDER, which represents a strategic investment in the region’s competitiveness, innovation, and internationalisation. The CITSP’s mission is to strengthen the translation of scientific knowledge into society, promoting the development of innovative solutions, the incubation of start-ups, engagement with the business sector, and the creation of social and economic value through Research, Development, and Innovation.
On the other hand, the Centre for Simulation in Public Health and Health Management is part of the SAPIEN – South and Atlantic Pedagogical Innovation & Excellence Network project, funded by the PRR under the “Impulso Mais Digital” initiative. This project reinforces pedagogical innovation by creating digital and active learning environments based on the simulation of real-world scenarios and aligned with global health challenges and the digital transition. Involving nine higher education institutions and around 60,000 students, SAPIEN positions NOVA NSPH as a reference in the modernisation and excellence of public health education.
The National School of Public Health of NOVA University Lisbon (NOVA NSPH) has launched the first groups of the HERA Labs programme, an initiative integrated into the European project HERA – Helping Empower Women through Reskilling and Advancement, coordinated by Sónia Dias, director of NOVA NSPH and full professor. The project aims to empower women over the age of 45 by promoting professional reskilling and equal opportunities in the labour market, in a context of rapid social and digital transformation.
Group 1 began on 4 February in partnership with NOVA SBE, in Carcavelos, with the participation of around 18 women motivated to make the most of the opportunities offered by the programme. On the following day, the second group started in collaboration with Prosaudesc, in Sacavém (Loures), gathering around 15 participants who are equally interested in developing new skills and strengthening their employability.
Coordinated by NOVA NSPH, the HERA project brings together a consortium of 10 partners from eight countries and promotes innovative reskilling methodologies tailored to the needs of the participants. The initiative seeks to address challenges related to social and gender inequalities, acting on factors that limit access to employment, education and professional development.
NOVA NSPH highlights the relevance of this initiative for empowering women and promoting equal opportunities, reinforcing the School’s role in social inclusion, educational innovation and professional development.
