Science Policy in Latin America: substance, structures, and processes. Report of a study group prepared for the PAHO Advisory Committee Medical Research

Abstract

[From Introduction]: The present report was prepared for the PAHO Advisory Committee on Medical Research by a study group, an ad hoc organization established by the Director of the PASB on the advice of the Advisory Committee. The task it was requested to undertake was an examination of national policies for biomedical research in Latin America. This report synthesizes the findings and recommendations of the Study Group. These are derived in substantial part from the observations made by its individual members in each country they visited, and also on the members' total experience and on the advice and criticism of a large number of people with extensive experience in scientific affairs in Latin America.