Bites & Briefs
As part of its mission to connect researchers and policymakers, promote informed dialogue, and drive evidence-based solutions across a wide range of public policy areas, the Nova SBE Public Policy Institute provides a variety of knowledge products designed to inform and inspire action.
Policy Bites
Policy Bites are a succinct and accessible way we aim to bring together our core pillars of research, education, and engagement. Published regularly, these short texts (bites) present the latest developments in policy research and policy practice, in a format and length that is easy to follow.Â
Briefs & Reports
Policy Briefs and Reports are focused documents that translate research findings or expert analysis on a given topic into clear, actionable recommendations for policymakers. Their purpose is to inform decision-making by presenting a specific issue, explaining its relevance, and outlining possible policy options by incorporating a diverse set of perspectives and sources.
Podcast
Close to the World is a podcast showcasing diverse careers in public policy and international development. These conversations seek to inspire students – past, current, and future – looking to pursue careers in those fields, and to offer practical tips for those getting started. Hosted by Lilian Lehmann, with Filipe Alfaiate, Adjunct Professor at Nova SBE, joining each episode for a debrief conversation.Â
Public Policy News
How to get involved with the Public Policy Institute
Are you a Nova SBE student (currently enrolled) interested in public policy? Here are ways to get involved.
2 Years of Impact: Nova SBE Public Policy Institute
Over the past two years, NPPI has established itself as a dynamic hub bridging rigorous academic research, civic debate, and actionable policy design.
New Study: Healthcare Retirements Impact Hospital Activity in Portugal
A new study by Eduardo Costa, Judite Gonçalves, and the Nova SBE Public Policy Institute's Deputy Academic Director Pedro Martins reveals how health professional retirements disrupt operations in Portuguese public hospitals.
Feature on NPPI’s Party Youth Program
In a recent article, the Jornal Económico highlighted an innovative political training initiative at Nova SBE’s Carcavelos campus, where youth leaders from across Portugal’s political spectrum gathered in June 2026 for the inaugural "Leadership in Public Policy" program.