Mission
Mission of the PPGEP
The Graduate Program in Fisheries Engineering (PPGEP) at the Federal University of Ceará (UFC) has as its core mission the training of highly qualified Master’s and PhD professionals to work in higher education, research institutions, and technical services in the fields of fisheries, aquaculture, and aquatic biotechnology.
👨🏫 Academic Excellence
To prepare professionals for teaching and research roles in public and private institutions, focusing on scientific and technological development applied to Fisheries Engineering.
🧪 Knowledge Generation and Innovation
To foster the production of technical-scientific knowledge and the development of innovative solutions through applied research, technological innovation, and interinstitutional cooperation, strengthening the fisheries and aquaculture sectors.
🌱 Sustainability and Regional Impact
To contribute to the sustainable development of fisheries resources and aquaculture, particularly in Northeastern Brazil, addressing social, environmental, and economic demands through science-based strategies.
🧭 Engagement in Public Policy
To play a strategic role in the design and implementation of public policies aimed at conserving, managing, and advancing regional aquatic ecosystems, in collaboration with governmental agencies and civil society.
