This fund seeks to promote the visibility of research carried out at UTEC, as well as the inclusion of its research groups in international networks. It aims to generate and strengthen the ties of researchers with the international scientific community and to encourage the dissemination of research results.

Eligible applicants include:

• UTEC faculty based in the interior of the country, with at least one year of experience in their role and linked to UTEC research groups.
• UTEC students based in the interior who can demonstrate they are engaged in research activities at UTEC.
• UTEC research fellows.
• International researchers involved in UTEC's research activities.

The fund covers the following modalities:

• International congresses (including those held in Uruguay)
• Research internships abroad (including technical visits as part of graduate studies)
• Virtual congresses
• Publication of articles in peer-reviewed international journals
• Research stays at UTEC for foreign researchers

Applications are managed through a rolling call for proposals, meaning submissions are received continuously and evaluated in batches every two weeks. In 2025, the call was open from February 26 to May 30.

APPLICATIONS ARE CURRENTLY NOT BEING ACCEPTED.