CNPq

CNPQ, or the National Council for Scientific and Technological Development, is a Brazilian federal agency that finances research and technological innovation. It was established in 1951 and is part of the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation. CNPQ's primary mission is to foster scientific and technological development in Brazil through the provision of scholarships, research grants, and funding for various scientific projects.

The agency supports research across a wide spectrum of disciplines, including natural sciences, engineering, health sciences, agricultural sciences, social sciences, humanities, and arts. CNPQ plays a crucial role in developing national scientific and technological capacity by investing in human resources and research infrastructure. It also promotes international cooperation in science and technology and works to disseminate scientific knowledge to society.

CNPQ is responsible for managing various funding programs, such as scholarships for undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral researchers, as well as funding for research projects and institutional support. The agency also plays a key role in setting national science and technology policies and in evaluating research productivity in Brazil. Its activities are guided by principles of scientific excellence, innovation, and social relevance.