RCTS
The Science, Technology, and Society Network (RCTS) is the digital connectivity and computing infrastructure aimed at the research and education community. It enables communication, collaboration, and the development of new scientific knowledge.
Through RCTS, we provide national teaching and research institutions with a set of advanced digital services that allow them not only to develop national projects but also to integrate or access international research projects and resources.
Who is it intended for?
You can join the RCTS:
- Higher Education Institutions
- State Laboratories
- Associated Laboratories
- R&D Units
- Other units of the National Science and Technology System
See the RCTS Regulation (AUP), discover the RCTS Map and see who they are Related Entities to RCTS.

RCTS Fiber Map
The RCTS Network covers various parts of mainland Portugal, with connection points in 24 Portuguese cities to connect their respective Higher Education Institutions.
Base Package
eduroam
Connect to the internet of the Academic and Scientific Community everywhere.
• RCTS Exclusive
Estúdio
Professional studio for the production of multimedia content
• RCTS Exclusive
Lambda
The most advanced offering in terms of communication capacity and point-to-point connections.
• RCTS Exclusive
VideoCast
Online event broadcasting - project your event on the Internet
• RCTS Exclusive
How to join?
If you want to know if your entity/institution can be part of our community, fill out the pre-membership form.
We will respond as soon as possible.