Registration is now open for the 36th Anprotec Conference, taking place from 29 June to 2 July 2026 in Manaus, Brazil.
Organised by the National Association of Entities Promoting Innovative Enterprises in partnership with Brazilian Micro and Small Business Support Service, the event is locally hosted by the Paulo Feitoza Foundation and the University of the State of Amazonas.
Recognised as one of Brazil’s leading national forums on innovation, the Anprotec Conference brings together researchers, innovation specialists, entrepreneurs, policymakers and representatives from both the public and private sectors.
Innovation ecosystems at the centre of the economy of the future
Under the theme “Consolidating Ecosystems: Innovative Entrepreneurship for the Economy of the Future”, the 2026 edition highlights the strategic role of incubators, technology parks, accelerators and innovation hubs in connecting universities, governments, companies, communities and entrepreneurs to address future economic and societal challenges.
The conference programme is structured around six thematic axes:
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Regional development and innovation policies
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Open cooperation and innovation
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Bioeconomy and socio-environmental impact
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Emerging technologies and digital transformation
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Human capital and infrastructure for innovation
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Internationalisation and global connections
With more than 40 activities planned, the event will feature plenary sessions and panels with national and international speakers, alongside contributions from government bodies, universities and innovation-support institutions. Programme highlights include the Speaker Panel, showcasing selected papers from the Call for Papers, the Demoday of the Anprotec Innovative Entrepreneurship Award, and the “Sebrae Convida” sessions.
Call for Papers now open
The Call for Papers is open until 15 February 2026. Researchers, professionals and representatives from companies, science and technology institutions and innovation environments are invited to submit unpublished articles or reports on good practices in innovation-driven organisations.
Selected contributions will be presented during the Speaker Panel, with outstanding works published in the event proceedings and in the Locus Scientific Journal. Submissions must be made via the EasyChair platform, available through the Anprotec website.
Call for Papers now open
The Call for Papers is open until 15 February 2026. Researchers, professionals and representatives from companies, science and technology institutions and innovation environments are invited to submit unpublished articles or reports on good practices in innovation-driven organisations.
Selected contributions will be presented during the Speaker Panel, with outstanding works published in the event proceedings and in the Locus Scientific Journal. Submissions must be made via the EasyChair platform, available through the Anprotec website.