The Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, alternatively known as University of Brazil, is a public research university in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is the largest federal university in the country and is one of the Brazilian centers of excellence in teaching and research.
Other names: UFRJ
Motto: A Universidade do Brasil
Motto in English: "The University of Brazil"
Type: Public research university
Established: December 16, 1792 · (232 years) (Royal Academy) · September 7, 1920 · (104 years) (University)