Call for applications closes

Research projects move on to this evaluation stage

After the launch of the XVII call for the R&D&I Fund (previously known as CEPRA) on May 2nd, the deadline for receiving applications was June 30th.

As a result of the call for proposals, a total of 94 project proposals were received from CEDIA 's member higher education institutions nationwide. These projects, framed within four thematic areas—Technological Trends, Territorial Vocation, Health and Education, and Creative Industries—will be evaluated, starting in July, by CEDIA's network of international experts.

The objective of this important fund is to provide continuous support to the evolution of Ecuadorian researchers through the financing of R&D&I projects with an emphasis on basic scientific research.

From September 16th of this year, the directors of the various awarded projects will begin to receive their respective selection notifications