Sergipe Boosts Science and Technology Funding with R$21.7 Million in 2025
The Government of Sergipe allocated R$21.7 million in 2025 to boost science, technology, and innovation through the Funtec fund, enhancing research, education, and entrepreneurship.
- • Funtec allocated R$21.7 million in 2025 to promote science and technology in Sergipe.
- • Fapitec received the majority of funds with R$15.4 million to support technological advancement.
- • Sergipe ranks 6th nationally in innovation and 2nd in the Northeast, showing significant growth.
- • Funding increased scholarships for graduate students and supported projects in renewable energy and AI.
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In 2025, the Government of Sergipe significantly increased investments in science and technology, allocating approximately R$21.7 million through the State Fund for Scientific and Technological Development (Funtec) to multiple organizations fostering innovation and research in the state. This funding supports key entities including Fapitec, SergipeTec, ITPS, and The Human Project (THP), emphasizing education, entrepreneurship, and social technologies.
Fapitec, a primary beneficiary, received R$15.4 million this year, exhibiting a steady funding rise from R$5.5 million in 2023 and R$12.1 million in 2024. This financial support has facilitated numerous calls for proposals aimed at advancing technology. SergipeTec was allocated R$3.5 million for projects in renewable energy and artificial intelligence, while ITPS received R$1.7 million for research initiatives. The Human Project, dedicated to social technology improvements in education and health, obtained R$1 million in funding.
The investment surge correlates with Sergipe's improving ranking in innovation, placing 6th nationally and 2nd in the Northeast in the 2025 Competitiveness Ranking. The government also highlighted an increase in scholarships for master's and doctoral students, reinforcing its commitment to building a robust scientific and technological foundation.
Secretary Valmor Barbosa underscored the strategic importance of these investments for the state’s economic growth and social development, signaling ongoing dedication to fostering innovation through consistent financial support.