Mato Grosso do Sul Sees 720% Rise in Research Investment as 500 Young Scientists Gather for FETECMS 2025
Mato Grosso do Sul's research funding skyrockets with R$78 million forecast this year while 500 young researchers gather for the state's premier scientific fair at UFMS.
- • Public investment in research increased 720% from 2017 to 2025, reaching R$78 million forecast in 2025.
- • Over 5,000 scholarships and 1,538 projects funded, totaling R$240 million in direct investment.
- • UFMS received the highest funding, followed by UEMS, UFGD, and UCDB.
- • FETECMS 2025 hosts 500 students and teachers presenting 100 projects from 23 municipalities, supported by Fundect.
- • Collaborations between universities, government, and private sector are credited for funding growth.
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Public investment in scientific research in Mato Grosso do Sul has surged by 720% from 2017 to 2025, with annual funding climbing from R$9 million to an anticipated R$78 million this year, according to Fundect. Over this period, more than 5,000 scholarships and 1,538 projects have been supported, totaling roughly R$240 million. The Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS) received the largest share, securing R$25.3 million for scholarships and R$85.2 million for projects, followed by other key institutions such as UEMS, UFGD, and UCDB. The impressive funding growth reflects strong collaboration between universities, the government, and the private sector, highlighted by Fundect's director-president Márcio de Araújo Pereira.
Coinciding with this growth, the Feira de Tecnologias, Engenharias e Ciências de Mato Grosso do Sul (FETECMS) 2025 opened on October 19 at UFMS in Campo Grande. The event features approximately 500 students and teachers from public schools across 23 municipalities participating through the PICTEC program, presenting 100 scientific projects. Fundect has supported their participation by providing transportation, lodging, and meals, particularly for rural attendees. The fair cultivates interaction between young researchers and seasoned scientists and celebrates innovation with awards recognizing outstanding projects. Camila Ítavo, rector of UFMS, emphasized Fundect's essential role in expanding research opportunities and fostering scientific advancement in the state.
These developments underscore Mato Grosso do Sul's growing commitment to science and technology, nurturing the next generation of researchers and reinforcing regional research infrastructure through sustained investment and inclusive programs.