José Monteiro Barata and Pedro Picaluga Nevado are part of the FCT project "De.:SID | Design as a Strategic Business Resource", coordinated by Prof. Luís Romão (FA/UTL).
In December 2012, this project was distinguished with the João Branco Award ("Research in Design" Award) - an initiative that aims to contribute to the promotion and development of scientific research in Design.
more information at:
http://www.premiojoaobranco.org/
