Awards

AWARDS

A recipient of multiple distinguished honors, Dr. Martins has been repeatedly recognized by world-renowned organizations, professional societies, and global bodies for outstanding achievement, leadership, and transformative impact.

Global Woman Magazine — 16 julho 2026

“Global Woman Awards 2026: Celebrating Excellence”

Global Woman Magazine presents the winners of the 2026 Global Woman Awards and names Dr. Nuno Martins as the recipient of the Global Man Visionary Award.

TVI24 — 2010

"Ciência Hoje: distingue personalidades portuguesas”

The article highlights Nuno Martins’ distinction with the Seeds of Science Junior 2010 award, identifying him as a PhD student in Nanomedicine and Medical Nanorobotics at the University of Minho. It also notes that, in 2009, he joined the inaugural class of Singularity University. The original TVI piece remains an important reference even though, technically, the website currently restricts automated access.

RTP / Lusa — 30 novembro 2009

"Jornal Ciência Hoje distinguiu licenciado em Matemática pela Universidade do Minho”

RTP, through information from Lusa news agency, highlights Nuno Martins’ academic trajectory, his selection for Singularity University, and the robotic construction project developed during the program. It stands as a particularly valuable reference as it combines a national news agency with a public broadcaster.

SINGULARITY UNIVERSITY Grant

Dr Martins was the recipient of 25K Grant.

Singularity University

“SINGULARITY UNIVERSITY GRANT”

Dr. Nuno Martins was awarded a $25,000 grant from Singularity University in recognition of his innovative work and research. The grant supported the development of pioneering ideas at the intersection of science, technology, and the future of humanity.

Universidade do Minho / NÓS Jornal Online — 17 fevereiro 2010

“O Nuno é um génio, mas diz que é um rapaz normal”

A comprehensive biographical feature on Nuno Martins detailing his experience in the inaugural class of Singularity University. It documents his selection for the program, his scholarship, his time at the NASA Ames Research Center, and his work on the ACASA project, which focused on rapid-construction, low-cost housing solutions.

Jornal de Notícias

“No altar dos ‘génios’ mundiais”

An article from Jornal de Notícias dedicated to Nuno Martins’ selection for Singularity University, highlighting the highly selective nature of its inaugural program.

Singularity University / Kurzweil Library — 30 julho 2009

“SU Names GSP-09 Students”

An official publication documenting the participants of Singularity University’s first Graduate Studies Program, held at the NASA Ames Research Center. Nuno Martins is listed among the 40 participants of the inaugural class, representing Portugal, the University of Minho, and the field of Nanotechnology.

Financial Times — 27 agosto 2009

“Singularity University students graduate to the real world”

The Financial Times covered the culmination of Singularity University’s inaugural class and the projects developed by its participants, including the ACASA project. Nuno Martins’ participation in ACASA is documented by the University of Minho.