Brazilian research institutions open graduate program applications

Several Brazilian academic and research institutions have announced openings for postgraduate programs in environmental and biological sciences, with enrollment scheduled for 2027.

The Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN) is offering 20 positions in Climate Sciences, split equally between master's and doctoral degrees. The master's program accepts graduates from any field, provided their research proposal aligns with the program's focus on atmospheric behavior and remote sensing. Applications are open until November 10 via the SIGAA system.

In the Amazon region, the National Institute of Amazonian Research (Inpa) and the State University of Amazonas (UEA) are collaborating on a master's program in Climate and Environment, offering 12 vacancies. The selection process includes document analysis and an online workshop focused on tropical meteorology and ecosystem monitoring. Applications close on November 9, 2026.

Additionally, Inpa has opened 10 vacancies for a master's degree in Biological Sciences (Botany). The program focuses on Amazonian flora and fungi, covering areas such as ecology and biochemistry. Applications for this program are free and must be submitted by November 6, 2026.