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Vasco da Gama Research Center

Centro de Investigação Vasco da Gama

Reference
UID/06432/2025
Project Start Date
2025-01-01
Project End Date
2029-12-31
Principal Investigator
Scientific Area
Agricultural sciences
Funding Program
Avaliação UID 2023/2024

Abstract

The CIVG - Vasco da Gama Research Center is committed to boosting its scientific endeavors within the “One Health” concept, by strengthening its research activity while extending its influence at national and international levels. The main goals were clearly defined: i) Increase in scientific activity and production: improve research quantity and quality, significantly contributing to the advancement of knowledge; ii) Promotion of collaboration and networking: strengthen cooperation and joint work with leading R&D units; iii) Enhancement of knowledge transfer and dissemination: The comprehensive and effective dissemination of knowledge will maximize its societal impact. As such, the operational objectives focus on: i) Increasing funding acquisition: seeking diverse funding sources to support research activities; ii) Improving the development of research projects: to promote relevance, feasibility, and impact of the developed research; iii) Increasing scientific productivity: providing researchers withthe resources, support, and opportunities to pursue high-quality research and achieve impactful outcomes; iv) Foster partnerships: to establish strategic partnerships with research institutions, to leverage complementary expertise, resources, and networks to advance its research agenda; v) Encourage advanced training: Continuous learning and professional development are prioritized at CIVG, supporting the participation and organization of events; vi) Promote internationalization initiatives: encouraging and supporting researchers to engage in international collaborations, training missions, and dissemination activities; vii) Ensure wide-ranging dissemination of research outcomes: Disseminating research findings to diverse audiences is essential, supporting open access publication, participation in conferences, event organization, as well as an active online and media presence. By addressing a wide range of societal and environmental challenges, CIVG contributes to the achievement of several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) outlined in the Agenda 2030, promoting sustainable development and well-being for present and future generations: i) SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being; ii) SDG 4: Quality Education; iii) SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure; iv) SDG 14: Life Below Water; v) SDG 15: Life on Land; vi) SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals. In summary, with a strong commitment to scientific excellence, collaborative networking, and impact on society, the CIVG aims to position itself as a key player in "One Health" research. Through strategic goals, clear objectives, and alignment with the SDGs, the CIVG aims to advance scientific knowledge and contribute to improving human, animal, and environmental well-being.

Institutions

Main Institutions

  • Centro de Investigação Vasco da Gama (CIVG)
  • Associação Cognitária Vasco da Gama (ACVG)

Funding 75.177,93 €

Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia (FCT) - Portugal

75.177,93 €