Organisation’s vision:

To be recognized at a national and international level for the quality and impact of our research and our graduate programs; to be leaders in the study and solution of problems related to biological, physical, ocean and Earth processes, health issues, computer and communication technologies as well as in topics such as water, food, environment, alternative energies and the prevention of disasters caused by nature.

Organisation’s mission:

To generate knowledge and develop technologies that may contribute to the solution of national and regional problems through basic and applied research and the development of human resources at the graduate level, in the areas of biology, physics, computer science, ocean and Earth sciences, within a framework of responsibility, ethic and leadership for the benefit of society.

Organisation’s objectives (if different from the Mission):

To generate knowledge through research projects in the areas of our specialization.
To develop human resources at the graduate level through graduate programs of recognized quality.
To strengthen associations with government and private organizations through research and development projects, technological and consulting services and training programs.

Keywords

• Education; Innovation; Exploration; Partnership
• Marine Research

Activities

• Advocating for (ocean) science
• Conducting research and/or observations
• Defining strategies/road maps/priorities for Earth (ocean) observing/science