Renewal of the SPOT Nordic – FCT Protocol: Strengthening Science Diplomacy between Portugal and the Nordic Countries
- SPOT Nordic
- Oct 1, 2025
- 2 min read
SPOT Nordic has renewed its collaboration protocol with the Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT) for 2025-2026, to strengthen scientific diplomacy between Portugal and the Nordic countries.
What we achieved since 2024:
Mapping Portuguese researchers across the Nordics
Awarding research grants
Organizing scientific diplomacy events with the Portuguese Embassies in the Nordic countries
Active role in GraPE 2024
First Internship in Scientific Diplomacy
First Annual Meeting of the Scientific Council on site, happening in Copenhagen
These actions highlight the importance and impact of the protocol in providing direct support to the Portuguese scientific community in the Nordic region.
What the 2025 Protocol Brings
The new agreement, signed by FCT President Madalena Alves and SPOT Nordic President David Pereira de Castro, renews the annual commitment to science diplomacy activities:
What’s next for the next year:
A stronger Scientific Council to advise on science & technology
Promotion of international research partnerships
Events in areas like AI, climate change, health, space & oceans
Continued support for the Portuguese scientific community in the Nordics
This renewal reflects our commitment to creating opportunities, strengthening networks, and enhancing the international visibility of Portuguese science.
A Partnership with a Future
Since its foundation in 2020, SPOT Nordic has promoted the integration, visibility, and influence of Portuguese researchers and professionals in the Nordic countries. The renewal of this protocol with FCT confirms the relevance of this work and projects a future of deeper scientific, diplomatic, and institutional cooperation between Portugal and the Nordic region.
SPOT Nordic will continue to invest in creating opportunities, sharing knowledge, and defending the interests of the Portuguese scientific community abroad.
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