Activities
The Brazil Institute aims to develop an international reputation through a programme of activities focussed on contemporary Brazil, including:
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Providing a focal point for PhD research on Brazil within the UK.
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Hosting new research projects in different fields related to Brazil.
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Hosting and encouraging the exchange of students and researchers from/to Brazil.
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Developing academic links with Brazilian higher education institutions.
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Organising high profile guest lectures by prominent Brazilian figures.
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Organising symposia or lecture series on issues relating to Brazil.
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Sponsoring conferences and publications.
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Inviting Visiting Professors to deliver lectures and seminars.
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Acting as an umbrella for the creation of new courses and academic appointments concerning Brazil.
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Fostering links with Brazilian organisations in the UK and Brazil, for example through the Embassy of Brazil and the Brazilian Chamber of Commerce in Great Britain, as well as with British organisations interested in Brazil.
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Promoting existing Brazil-related events such as the Latin American Film Festival.
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Hosting joint events with organisations committed to promoting an awareness of Brazil in the UK, such as Canning House, the Barbican Centre and the Institute of Contemporary Arts.