Education & Research in Brazil
Exploring Brazil's leading educational initiatives, research institutions, and award-winning programs in science, technology, and sustainability.
National Education Initiatives
- Blue Curriculum: Brazil is the first country to integrate Ocean Literacy into its national education plan, promoting awareness of marine ecosystems.
- Science Without Borders (Ciência sem Fronteiras): This major initiative offered over 100,000 scholarships to Brazilian students in STEM fields to study abroad. Read more here.
Leading Research Institutions
- Instituto Butantan: A world-renowned biomedical research center in São Paulo, pivotal in vaccine development and biotechnology.
- Embrapa (Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation): A leading national institution for sustainable agriculture, food innovation, and environmental protection.
- IMPA (Institute for Pure and Applied Mathematics): One of the top global mathematics institutes, promoting advanced research and education.
Award-Winning Programs and Researchers
- Regeneron ISEF 2025: Brazilian students earned international recognition for outstanding STEM projects.
- Nature Mentoring Awards: Celebrated Brazilian scientists such as Carlos Menck (USP) and Alessandra Filardy (UFRJ) for excellence in mentorship and training.
- Prêmio Almirante Álvaro Alberto: Brazil’s top science award recognizing lifetime achievement and impact in research.
International Collaborations
- Fulbright Distinguished Scholar Program (UFSC): Promotes bilateral research in sustainability and community development in Florianópolis.
- Imperial College London & University of São Paulo (USP): A five-year strategic research partnership covering health, climate, AI, and social equity.
