Research activities on behalf of governmental policies

Abstract

The effective use of Brazilian research capabilities to meet the Society needs depends on four key sectors: Universities and research centers, the Brazilian Metrological Institute (Inmetro), providers and users of analytical services, governmental agencies and financial bodies. The number and qualification of the Brazilian institutions dealing with welfare (public health and safety, environment, nutrition and education) is insufficient. Indeed chemistry is the focal point for their proper development, increasing benefits and reducing associated risks related to national policies. Besides the usual demands for better education, increased financial resources and the like, a few urgent issues should be dealt with. These are the rapid development of Chemical Metrology, high-tech chemical analytical services, efficiency in obtaining / importing essencial materials and chemicals, chemical technology applied intensively to public health issues. The implementation of these activities will have the bonus of social inclusion of the people being positively affected by these actions.