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In a world increasingly driven by innovation, it is necessary and structural, especially in a region like the Azores, to commit to the investment in science, innovation and in attracting external investments. This is the best way forward in positioning the region for the future.

 The interaction between science, innovation and development is vital. Science provides foundational knowledge and drives innovation and development. That is this pillar that leverages our comprehension of societal challenges and allows us to implement innovative solutions, and the main factor for sustainable economic development, as we discover new markets, that are fueled by new products, services and processes.

It's a priority to foster an ecosystem of innovation and science education, to empower Azorean citizens in these areas, to attract talent and external investments and to promote international cooperation.

In this context, it is the Regional Directorate for Science, Innovation and Development’s (DRCID) mission to create the conditions for leveraging the region’s potential, centering the Azorean Scientific and Technological System in the international networks of research and innovation, through funding and co-funding scientific research and innovation, while supporting and promoting science dissemination and working as a driving hub for the quadruple helix.