This fund aims to promote the visibility of research conducted at UTEC, as well as the integration of its research groups into international networks. It seeks to generate and strengthen connections between researchers and the international scientific community, and to foster the dissemination of results.

Applications may be submitted by:

• UTEC faculty members based in the interior of the country who have at least one year of experience in their role and are linked to UTEC research groups.

• UTEC postgraduate or postdoctoral fellows.

• International researchers involved in research activities at UTEC.

The Fund provides support for the following types of activities:

• International conferences (including those held in Uruguay)

• Research stays abroad

• Virtual conferences

• Publication of articles in peer-reviewed international journals

• Research stays at UTEC for international researchers

The 2026 call will be managed under two modalities, depending on the type of activity for which support is requested:

a) Applications for conferences and research stays
These will be managed through a competitive process. Applications will be received in two periods, as indicated in the table below.

b) Applications for publication in peer-reviewed international journals
These will be managed on a rolling basis, with applications accepted from 03/23/2026 until funds are fully allocated.

See the 2026 call guidelines here.

For inquiries, please contact: investigación.desarrollo@utec.edu.uy