In 2026, Universidade de Lisboa (ULisboa) promotes the fourth edition of the 3MT competition, challenging its PhD students to explain the impact of their research to a non-specialised audience in just three minutes and using a single slide. Applications are open from 2 to 22 February.
Who is eligible?
All PhD students enrolled in the 3rd or following years of a 3rd cycle of studies at Universidade de Lisboa are eligible to apply. The challenge is to explain the impact of their research to a non-specialised audience in just three minutes and using a single slide.
What are the prizes?
1st place – 5.000,00 €
2nd place – 2.000,00 €
3rd place – 1.000,00 €
Applicants in Phase 1 will participate in a Science Communication training course and receive a certificate of participation. Phase 2 finalists and winners will also be awarded merit recognition diplomas.
Important dates
- Application dates – 2 to 22 February 2026
- Science Communication Course (for applicants) – 25 and 26 February 2026
- Video submission – 27 February to 20 March 2026
