The State of Neuroscience in Latin America
Through interviews with dozens of Latin American neuroscientists, The Transmitter explores how researchers in six countries—Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Uruguay—conduct high-quality research in the face of numerous obstacles.
The State of Neuroscience in Latin America is a report that delves into the challenges and achievements of neuroscientists in six Latin American countries: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, and Uruguay. Despite facing significant obstacles like lack of infrastructure and funding, these researchers continue to conduct high-quality research through determination and innovative methods.
A common theme among them is their ability to make use of what is available to them, often resorting to nontraditional models and building their own infrastructure. For instance, Argentine neuroscientist Agustín Ibáñez founded BrainLat, an initiative to advance brain research in the region. While the region's contribution to neuroscience is significant, there is still a long way to go for many countries to catch up with global developments.
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