Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) — concepts and experiences around the world

On 15 July 2025, at 2:00 PM, in Room V1.01, DECivil-IST, CiTUA will host the first Science4Practice session. The event is dedicated to Bus Rapid Transit (BRT). It will feature a talk by Prof. Wagner Columbini (LOGIT, former University of São Paulo professor) on BRT concepts and experiences around the world.

After the talk, a round-table discussion moderated by Prof. Rosário Macário (CiTUA-IST) will take place, featuring Eng. Faustino Gomes (TML), Eng. Rui Velasco (IMT), Eng. Tiago Braga (Metro Porto), and Eng. Eduardo Barata (Metro Mondego). This session is open to everyone — from students and transport professionals to public decision-makers and anyone interested in the topic — with the goal of fostering discussion and networking around BRT.

Admission is free, but seating is limited. Registration here.

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