Multilinguismo e diversidade de saberes na formação para a pesquisa acadêmica

This article explores the contribution of multilinguism and the diversity of knowledge in a frontier university context of academic research formation. Specifically, two courses were taught by two Ukrainian professors in the interdisciplinary postgraduate program in Society, Culture and Frontiers at the State University of Western Paraná. Since 2022, the program has welcomed Ukrainian scientists with support from the Araucária Foundation, promoting a plural sociolinguistic environment. A participant case study shows that encouraging multilingualism and the inclusion of diverse perspectives contributes to building knowledge that is more equitable and representative of the multiple voices in academia, strengthening interdisciplinarity and dialog between cultures. The experiences reported highlight the value of multilinguistic approaches in promoting more inclusive academic practices, reaffirming the relevance of teaching that prioritizes linguistic and epistemological diversity as central elements for the advancement of global scientific knowledge.