The inaugural Medieval Studies Seminar of 2025 will feature a distinguished presentation by Professor Katina T. Lilios (Department of Anthropology, The University of Iowa) on the long-term history of Agroal, a hilltop settlement in central Portugal with occupations spanning the Bronze Age (2200–1500 BCE) and the medieval period (13th–17th centuries CE). It will take place […]
In 2025, the Medieval session cycle explores the intersection of medieval studies and digital humanities. Through four sessions conducted via Zoom, each lasting up to 45 minutes and vibrant discussion, participants will delve into innovative approaches to digital editing and interdisciplinary document analysis. The conferences aim to bring together scholars, researchers, and enthusiasts to share […]
Historical tradition and technological innovation have interacted very well, opening up new possibilities for research, teaching and dissemination of history and cultural heritage. In this context, the question arises: how do Digital Humanities reinforce interdisciplinarity and promote networking in understanding the medieval period? The IEM strategic plan for 2025-2029, under the motto The Middle Ages […]
On April 11th, at room B309, (B Tower, 3rd floor) Campus Avenida de Berna, Lisbon, the new online platform IEM GeoPortal will be presented. It is designed to share and visualize geospatial data related to the research at IEM and the Institute’s publications, namely Medievalista. In addition, the platform aims to promote and geographically represent […]
The Institute for Medieval Studies, in collaboration with Torre do Tombo and more than a dozen renowned institutions, including universities, local authorities and cultural entities, is proud to announce the opening of an innovative exhibition dedicated to the influential figure of José Mattoso. The opening will be on April 22nd, at 5 pm, at the […]