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Education, scientific literacy and research: the role of the Azores University
Maria do Carmo BarretoPró-reitoria para a Ciência e [email protected]://www.uac.pt
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Science and technology have grown exponentially , particularly since the 19th century
Paradox: surrounded by technology, with easy access to scientific knowledge beyond our wildest dreams, most of us are scientifically illiterate.
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Painter
Biologist
Leonardo da Vinci
Engineer Musician Mathematician
Renaissance to late 19th century: small elite with knowledge both wide and deep.
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20th century:
Scientific and technological
boomEducation for all
Specialization in Science and
Technology
+
Increased advances in Science & Technology
Scientific literacy did not grow as fast as
knowledge
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We benefit from Sci&Tech and use “sciencey” expressions in our speech without knowing the basics of science:“he was light-years away from me”; “unemployment grew exponentially”; “omega-3 is good for you”
Acquiring knowledge is not only important to find a good job, it is the basis of citizenship and of freedom of choice.
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Founded 39 years ago
Highly important for development in the Azores
Key role in autonomic development
Strategically placed to be a bridge between Azores and USA and Canada
Azores University has a major role in developing knowledge, scientific literacy and research in the Azores.
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3 Campuses: Faial, Terceira & S. Miguel
Faial Terceira
S. Miguel
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Faial
Images: Robert Patzner - ImagDOP / Ana Colaço
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Terceira
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S. Miguel
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Website: http://www.uac.pt
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Teaching – practical classes are a strong feature
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Research in a diversity of areas
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Research Centers National Government funding
Research center
Centre of Volcanology and Geological Risk Evaluation (CVARG)
Research Center for Agricultural Technology of Azores (CITA-A)
Atlantic Applied Economy Studies Center (CEEAplA)
Overseas History Center (CHAM)
Azores Biodiversity Group (Ce3C)
Biodiversity and Genetic Resources Research Center - Azores (CIBIO-A)
MARE – Marine research
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Research Centers Regional Government funding
Research center
Climate, Meteorology & Global Change Center (CCMMG)
Natural Resources Research Center (CIRN)
Social Studies Center (CES-UA)
Azores Biotechnology Center (CBA-UAc)
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European Funding National Government (FCT) Marine Sciences 7.4% Biotechnology 6.3% Biotechnology 7.4% Biological Sciences 6.3% Biological Sciences 3.2% Environment 6.3% Environment 3.2% Chemistry 2.1% Azores Regional Government Private Funding
Earth Sciences 10.5% Agricultural Technology 8.4% Agricultural Technology
9.5% Earth Sciences 5.3%
Biological Sciences 7.4% Biotechnology 5.3% Economics 6.3% Biological Sciences 5.3%
Azores University – R&D by funding and area
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Strongest R&D in Azores University
•Biodiversity / environment
•Biotechnology
•Volcanology / seismology
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Strongest R&D in Azores University
•Biodiversity / environment
•Biotechnology
•Volcanology / seismology
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Strongest R&D in Azores University
•Biodiversity / environment
TourismNature-based tourism Trails / Whale-watchingBirdwatching / Diving
FishingFishing stocks /
sustainability
Strategic economic sectors
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Strongest R&D in Azores University
•Biodiversity / environment
•Biotechnology
•Volcanology / seismology
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Strongest R&D in Azores University
•Biotechnology
Novel compounds from Natural Sources with pharmacological or biotechnological applications
Extremophiles• Enzymes & bacteria working in extreme environments with industrial application• Natural Products with unique structures – new drugs• Enzymes & bacteria used to produce energy from waste biomass (H2, CH4)
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Strongest R&D in Azores University
•Biotechnology
Genetic profiling and in vitro production of economically-relevant crops and organims
• Genetic selection of plant varieties with increased resistance against virus, fungi and bacterial diseases (e.g., vine) - germobank• In vitro production of traditional fruit varieties (e.g. pineapple, banana, apple ) & of endemic plants • Environmentally-friendly natural pesticides from nematodes & bacteria
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Strongest R&D in Azores University
•Biodiversity / environment
•Biotechnology
•Volcanology / seismology
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Strongest R&D in Azores University
•Volcanology / seismology
Monitoring of volcanic and seismic activity
• Risk assessment & safety (e.g., earthquakes, eruptions, landslides)• Effect of volcanic environment in human & ecosystem health (e.g., gases & heavy metals in soil)
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Azores University – interaction with local SMEs & main economic sectors
Milk sector & dairy industry
Nature-based & diving tourism
Fishing & related industry
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Azores University – Studies for Local Government
Environment, Land Planning
Pisciculture Control of pests with economic
impact
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Azores University – take-away message:
• Excellent Research in Biodiversity, Environment, Biotechnology & Volcanology (also other groups with good potential, e.g., Sociology, History). )
• Ideal geographic location – bridge between Europe & American continent (also, connection between Azores and USA / Canada azorean-descent population)
• Research is reflected in teaching - sea, volcanology, tourism, history as privileged areas