8th Edition · August 10–14, 2026 · USP São Paulo

Metascience and Global Scientific Cooperation

The São Paulo Innovation and Science Diplomacy School returns for its 8th edition at the University of São Paulo — exploring metascience and its impact on democracy, governance and trust, and advancing global cooperation in science and innovation.

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About InnSciD SP

Metascience and Global Scientific Cooperation

Launched in 2019 with funding from the FAPESP Advanced Schools Program, the São Paulo Innovation and Science Diplomacy School (InnSciD SP) has grown into an international forum for dialogue and cooperation in science and innovation diplomacy.

In 2026, InnSciD returns for its 8th edition with a focus on metascience — particularly its impact on democracy, governance and trust — and on global scientific cooperation. The school will be held from August 10 to 14, in person at USP.

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Program

Five Days of Metascience & Cooperation

August 10–14, 2026 at USP. The 2026 program is being assembled — explore the structure below and visit the full page to see the 2025 reference agenda in detail.

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Day 01
Aug 10
Monday
Opening & Metascience Foundations
Onsite
Day 02
Aug 11
Tuesday
Democracy, Governance & Trust
Onsite
Day 03
Aug 12
Wednesday
Global Scientific Cooperation
Onsite
Day 04
Aug 13
Thursday
Innovation & Open Science
Online
Day 05
Aug 14
Friday
Closing & Final Document
Online
Leadership

Executive Committee

The team coordinating InnSciD SP, bringing together expertise in international relations, innovation policy and science diplomacy at the University of São Paulo.

Featured Speakers

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Applications

Join the 2026 Cohort

A multi-stage selection for high-potential candidates from academia, government and the private sector worldwide.

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Applications Open
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Registration Deadline
Jun 26, 2026
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Selected Participants Announced
Jul 3, 2026
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School Begins at USP
Aug 10, 2026
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Limited seats for in-person participation.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Early- and mid-career researchers, public servants, policy professionals, and innovators working at the interface of science, technology and international affairs. Applicants from all regions are welcome — we particularly encourage candidates from the Global South.

InnSciD SP 2026 brings selected participants together in person at the University of São Paulo, with additional online sessions for remote participants.

All sessions are conducted in English, with selected workshops also offered in Portuguese.

There is no tuition fee. A limited number of mobility scholarships are offered to candidates from low- and middle-income countries.

Yes. Participants who complete all required activities receive an official certificate issued by the University of São Paulo.

Organization

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Ciência USP
Universidade de São Paulo
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Ciência USP
Universidade de São Paulo

Institutional Partners

Science Arena
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