The Lisbon Blockchain Winter School (LxBWS) is almost here! Taking place next week, from February 10th to 14th, 2025, at Instituto Superior Técnico (IST) in Lisbon, this event promises to be an exciting and immersive experience for blockchain enthusiasts.

Funded and organized by the BIG ERA Chair Project, LxBWS is designed to provide a comprehensive educational program covering the latest developments and applications of blockchain technology.

This initiative aims to deliver an in-depth curriculum, covering both fundamental and intermediate blockchain topics. Participants will benefit from:

  • Theoretical Lectures on key blockchain concepts;
  • Keynote sessions by leading industry experts;
  • Hands-on lab sessions, particularly tailored for PhD students, offering practical experience with blockchain technologies;
  • Poster presentations, providing a platform for researchers to showcase their work and engage in academic discussions.

Beyond education, LxBWS is also a hub for networking and collaboration. The event fosters connections among researchers, students, IT professionals, and blockchain enthusiasts, creating an environment for knowledge-sharing and future research opportunities.

By bringing together experts and participants from diverse backgrounds, LxBWS contributes to blockchain’s development and its real-world applications. This initiative reflects the BIG ERA Chair Project’s commitment to advancing knowledge in emerging technologies and promoting academic and professional collaboration in the blockchain domain.