In the latest episode of the podcast Liga dos Inovadores (Expresso), the story of Carlos Alves is highlighted — a young man from a small village in Seia whose curiosity began when the chapel’s clock stopped working. That moment sparked his decision to study electronics, opening the path to a career in technology.
This testimony shows how talent in fields such as electronics, microelectronics and semiconductors can emerge anywhere in the country, reinforcing the importance of creating opportunities for more young people to discover and develop technological skills.
It is a journey worth exploring, reflecting many of the challenges and opportunities identified within Portugal’s microelectronics ecosystem.
Read the full article and access the podcast here:
https://expresso.pt/podcasts/liga-dos-inovadores/2025-11-12-vivia-numa-aldeia-de-seia-e-um-dia-o-relogio-da-capela-avariou-se.-cheguei-a-casa-e-disse-ao-meu-pai-que-ia-tirar-um-curso-de-eletronica-34dece02
