Cudim and Uruguay Ministry of Foreign Affairs sign science diplomacy agreement

The Uruguayan Center for Molecular Imaging (Cudim) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MRREE) have signed a cooperation agreement to strengthen the link between science and foreign policy. The initiative aims to enhance the international projection of national knowledge, innovation, and health-related capabilities through scientific diplomacy.

Key objectives include identifying cooperation opportunities, forming strategic alliances, and facilitating knowledge exchange with international research centers and universities. The agreement also focuses on training diplomatic officials regarding the country's scientific and technological capacities, particularly in Cudim's areas of expertise.

Additional areas of collaboration involve institutional management, gender perspective integration, and exploring opportunities related to artificial intelligence and digital transformation. The partnership follows Cudim's designation as a Collaborating Center for an international organization.