Rubén Darío Ortiz

Rubén Darío Ortiz is the Director of Development Technology and Innovation at the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (Minciencias) in Colombia. He has been vocal about the challenges facing the new tax incentive program for research and innovation, particularly regarding delays in project evaluations and the approval process that has left many initiatives in limbo. Ortiz emphasizes the need for a thorough assessment process to ensure the transparency and appropriateness of project selections, while addressing the broader implications of funding shortages on Colombia's scientific and technological advancement.