The 6th Doctoral Congress in Engineering 2025 (DCE25) will take place at the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto (FEUP) in Porto, Portugal, from June 30^th to July 1^st, 2025.

DCE25 is a privileged platform for doctoral students from various engineering disciplines to present their research work to their peers, researchers, professors, and professionals. At the same time, it offers an opportunity for potential industrial partners and governmental and non-governmental organizations to interact with a broad audience of engineers capable of driving innovation and tackling societal challenges.

The DCE25 motto, “From University to Society: Shaping Tomorrow’s Leaders”, reflects the importance of this initiative for doctoral students, who find themselves at the intersection between advanced academic knowledge and the ability to promote transformative innovation.

The transition from university to society for PhD students spans multiple sectors, including industry, communities, governmental and non-governmental organizations, and global networks. This shift is not limited to applying research but involves driving change, shaping policy, and making a tangible impact on communities and industries worldwide. PhD students often bring a rare combination of intellectual rigor, creativity, and persistence, qualities that are highly valued outside academia. However, their success as leaders also depends on mastering collaboration, communication, and strategic thinking, skills that non-academic environments often demand in a more practical and applied context.

The Congress will have 16 dedicated Symposia across a wide range of engineering disciplines, each offering specific awards to recognize excellence.

We anticipate over 500 participants, including PhD students, researchers, professors, and professionals from diverse engineering fields. An exhibition hall of ca. 200 m² will provide a showcase for research institutions, collaborative laboratories (CoLABs), technology and innovation centers (CTIs), spin-offs, and companies.

The DCE25 is a unique opportunity for all organizations involved in any engineering aspect to enhance their visibility and establish a strong presence within this vibrant and dynamic community.

PhD students are welcome to submit their abstracts, as well as MSc students, prospective students for doctoral programs, researchers of Higher Education Institutions, Research Centers, CoLABs and CTIs.