The main theme of the report is the impact of University of Lisbon alumni on the innovation economy through startup creation.
Key findings include: Over 1,000 startups founded or co-founded by alumni, researchers, and staff of the university have a combined value of over €24 billion. These enterprises play a key role in Portugal's most dynamic sectors, such as healthcare, energy, digital technology, sustainability, and deep tech. The University of Lisbon contributes to creating a global innovation hub in Lisbon and strengthening Portugal's position in Europe.