Trump 2.0: What’s at Stake for Portugal’s Partnerships with CMU, MIT, and UT Austin?

This is the Insider's Original Solo Episode with Ricardo Migueis. Where he explores the transformative impact of Portugal's partnerships with leading academic institutions like Carnegie Mellon, MIT, and UT Austin.

It evaluates the achievements, challenges, and future potential of these collaborations in reshaping Portugal's scientific and innovation landscape.

The discussion emphasizes the importance of sustainability, equity, and strategic focus in navigating the complexities of global research and innovation.

Takeaways

• Portugal's partnerships with top universities have reshaped its scientific landscape.
• Over 1,000 students earned dual PhDs through these collaborations.
• Publications from these partnerships are cited 60% more frequently.
• Patents from partnership research are cited three times more than others.
• Entrepreneurship has flourished, with companies like Feedzai and Sword Health emerging.
• Private sector engagement amplified the value of these collaborations.
• The partnerships have created a network that transcends individual programs.
• Equity in outcomes remains a critical concern in academic partnerships.
• Sustainability of these partnerships is essential for long-term impact.
• Portugal must strategically prioritize areas for global leadership.

Chapters

00:00: Introduction to Portugal's Bold Leap

02:53: Evaluating the Impact of Transatlantic Partnerships

06:12: Assessing Efficiency and Sustainability

09:00: Exploring Equity in Academic Partnerships

11:51: The Future of Portugal's Innovation Landscape

15:06: Strategic Focus and Global Positioning

17:54: Navigating Geopolitical Challenges

20:49: Conclusion: The Path Forward for Portugal