Gender and funding opportunities in research: an analysis of the main Brazilian agencies

Autores/as

  • Fabrícia Vieira RENORBIO - Northeastern Biotechnology Network, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil
  • Maria Mariana Oliveira Nunes CCET - Center for Exact Sciences and Technology, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil
  • Daniel Pereira Silva RENORBIO - Northeastern Biotechnology Network, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil; CCET - Center for Exact Sciences and Technology, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil; PROBIO - Graduate Program in Biotechnology, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil; PPGPI - Graduate Program in Intellectual Property Science, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil; CISAS - Center for Research and Development in Agrifood Systems and Sustainability, Instituto Politécnico de Viana do Castelo, 4900-347 Viana do Castelo, Portugal https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2266-4428
  • Denise Santos Ruzene RENORBIO - Northeastern Biotechnology Network, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil; CCET - Center for Exact Sciences and Technology, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil; PROBIO - Graduate Program in Biotechnology, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil; CISAS - Center for Research and Development in Agrifood Systems and Sustainability, Instituto Politécnico de Viana do Castelo, 4900-347 Viana do Castelo, Portugal https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2266-4428
  • Isabelly Pereira Silva RENORBIO - Northeastern Biotechnology Network, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil; CCET - Center for Exact Sciences and Technology, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5951-9785

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.9771/cgd.v12i1.71103

Palabras clave:

Gender equity, Education, Public calls, Funding agencies

Resumen

The underrepresentation of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields highlights the need for development policies that promote equity and equal access to science and technology. Therefore, this study aimed to analyze research funding calls published by Brazilian agencies with a focus on gender equity policies. To this end, an analysis was conducted of the two main public research funding agencies in Brazil: CNPq and CAPES. It was observed that, while CNPq issued significant calls for proposals aimed at training and retaining women in the exact sciences and technology, CAPES's specific initiatives were few and focused primarily on awards. Furthermore, this research highlighted gaps in the frequency and dissemination of these calls, which may compromise the promotion of gender equality in the country. Therefore, we recommend expanding such initiatives, improving access mechanisms, and strengthening policies that encourage the inclusion and advancement of women in academic and professional fields.

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Biografía del autor/a

Fabrícia Vieira, RENORBIO - Northeastern Biotechnology Network, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil

Fabrícia Vieira holds a degree in Environmental and Sanitary Engineering from the Federal University of Sergipe (UFS) and a Ph.D. in Industrial Biotechnology from RENORBIO/UFS. Currently undertaking postdoctoral research with support from CNPq and working in the field of bioprocesses, with a focus on the valorization of agro-industrial residues, the development of pretreatment strategies, and biomass characterization for the production of bioproducts. It is also dedicated to activities aimed at promoting diversity and the inclusion of girls and women in science.

Maria Mariana Oliveira Nunes , CCET - Center for Exact Sciences and Technology, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil

Maria Mariana Oliveira Nunes is a Chemical Engineering student at the Federal University of Sergipe (UFS) and a CNPq Technological Initiation scholarship holder. Develops activities aimed at the use of agro-industrial waste for the production of bioproducts.

Daniel Pereira Silva, RENORBIO - Northeastern Biotechnology Network, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil; CCET - Center for Exact Sciences and Technology, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil; PROBIO - Graduate Program in Biotechnology, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil; PPGPI - Graduate Program in Intellectual Property Science, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil; CISAS - Center for Research and Development in Agrifood Systems and Sustainability, Instituto Politécnico de Viana do Castelo, 4900-347 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

Prof. Daniel Pereira Silva is a professor at the Federal University of Sergipe (UFS), holding a degree in Chemical Engineering from FAENQUIL (now EEL/USP), a Master's degree in Biochemical-Pharmaceutical Technology from FCF/USP, and a Ph.D. in Industrial Biotechnology from EEL/USP, with a postdoctoral fellowship in Chemical/Biological Engineering at the University of Minho, Portugal. A permanent faculty member of the Graduate Programs in Intellectual Property Science (PPGPI/UFS) and Biotechnology (PROBIO/UFS and RENORBIO/UFS), collaborator at the international institution CISAS/Polytechnic Institute of Viana do Castelo, Portugal, and coordinator of the Laboratory of Biomass, Bioproducts, and Bioenergy (L3Bio/UFS). Conducts research in the fields of chemical engineering and biotechnology, focusing on the valorization of agro-industrial residues for the production of bioproducts and bioenergy. Recipient of a Technological Development and Innovative Extension Productivity Fellowship from CNPq since 2012.

Denise Santos Ruzene , RENORBIO - Northeastern Biotechnology Network, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil; CCET - Center for Exact Sciences and Technology, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil; PROBIO - Graduate Program in Biotechnology, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil; CISAS - Center for Research and Development in Agrifood Systems and Sustainability, Instituto Politécnico de Viana do Castelo, 4900-347 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

Prof.a Denise Santos Ruzene is a professor at the Federal University of Sergipe (UFS), holding a degree in Chemical Engineering from FAENQUIL (now EEL/USP), and a Master's and Ph.D. in Industrial Biotechnology from EEL/USP, with a sandwich Ph.D. and postdoctoral fellowship in Chemical/Biological Engineering at the University of Minho, Portugal. A permanent faculty member of the Graduate Programs in Biotechnology (PROBIO/UFS and RENORBIO/UFS), collaborator at the international institution CISAS/Polytechnic Institute of Viana do Castelo, Portugal, and coordinator of the Laboratory of Biomass, Bioproducts, and Bioenergy (L3Bio/UFS). Conducts research in the fields of chemistry, microbiology, and engineering, focusing on the valorization of agro-industrial residues, development of bioproducts and bioenergy, as well as innovation in sustainable bioprocesses. Recipient of a Technological Development and Innovative Extension Productivity Fellowship from CNPq.

Isabelly Pereira Silva , RENORBIO - Northeastern Biotechnology Network, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil; CCET - Center for Exact Sciences and Technology, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristóvão 49107-230, SE, Brazil

Prof.a Isabelly Pereira da Silva is a professor at the Federal University of Sergipe (UFS), graduated in Mechanical Engineering from UFS and holds a Ph.D. in Industrial Biotechnology from RENORBIO/UFS. Coordinates LABIE/UFS and develops research in the areas of renewable energy, waste recovery and sustainable technologies. It also works on projects aimed at developing technological solutions with social and productive impact, in addition to scientific dissemination actions and the inclusion of girls and women in science.

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2026-03-05

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Vieira, F., Oliveira Nunes , M. M., Pereira Silva, D., Santos Ruzene , D., & Pereira Silva , I. (2026). Gender and funding opportunities in research: an analysis of the main Brazilian agencies. Cadernos De Gênero E Diversidade, 12(1), 363–383. https://doi.org/10.9771/cgd.v12i1.71103

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