The UMinho Prize for Initiation in Scientific Research aims to provide an opportunity to bring 1st cycle students (including the first three years of integrated study cycles leading to a master's degree) closer to real contexts of scientific research and integration into research teams that work on creating new and relevant knowledge. In pursuit of this objective, it is intended that students applying for the Prize have the possibility of engaging in supervised research activities that foster their interest in science. The Prize also intends to contribute to guiding students towards a conscious and successful involvement in subsequent study cycles, in which carrying out research has a great central role. This annual initiative, promoted by the Rectory along with research centers, aims to allow UMinho 1st cycle students to get involved in real research contexts, work in teams that deal with new and relevant knowledge, have the supervision of recognized scientists and also deepen their interest in science.

The prize includes a certificate and a monetary value of 500 euros.

For more information, see the UMinho Prize for Initiation in Scientific Research Regulation and respective annexes.