Donor-funded science is rising in Brazil ― upending a long tradition0

• SCIENCE, Science / Health, Science Mission Directorate, scientists, Space, Space Communications & Navigation Program, Space Launch System (SLS), Space Telescope, space-x-ipo, SpaceX
• September 15, 2026

Biologist Guilherme Longo, who studies the effect of climate change on coral bleaching, is one of the recipients of funding from Brazilian science philanthropy Serrapilheira.Credit: Erika Beux Wealthy philanthropies in Brazil are starting to put their money into science — a trend that could help to protect research funding if voters in next month’s elections