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Government Buries Two Scientific Employment Programs
Publication: PÚBLICO
Author: publico@publico.pt
Source published: 14/11/2026, 07:10:00 UTC
Briefing created: 14/11/2026, 07:51:39 UTC
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Briefings
A Brazilian government announced the cancellation of two scientific employment programs, specifically ending the main FCT-Tenure hiring initiative and breaking the partnership with the Science Alliance. This decision marks a significant shift in Brazil's scientific workforce strategy, potentially impacting future research capacity and international collaborations.
Key points
- The government terminated the FCT-Tenure program, which was scheduled for November 2026, ending the primary hiring initiative for scientists in Brazil.
- The termination also resulted in the cancellation of the Science Alliance partnership, ending a collaboration aimed at strengthening Brazil's scientific community.
Context
Brazil's scientific workforce strategy faces a major shift with the cancellation of key programs. This decision impacts future research capacity and international collaborations, potentially altering the country's scientific landscape.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to the announcement of program cancellations without specific impact data. The article does not provide details on affected researchers, future hiring plans, or the specific consequences of the termination.
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