From February 28 to March 14, 2024, Jean Piaget University of Cape Verde, in collaboration with the Cape Verdean Association for Ecotourism, will host the second exhibition of the Ocean Literacy Cycle at its Media Library. This event will focus on coral communities and seagrass meadows on Santiago Island, aiming to raise awareness about ocean preservation and its vital role in environmental sustainability.

Ocean literacy, as defined by UNESCO, highlights the profound connection between the ocean and humanity. This interdisciplinary theme spans various fields such as biology, geography, nutrition, sports, and medicine. The initiative reflects Jean Piaget University's ongoing commitment to disseminating knowledge and fostering sustainable practices that benefit both the marine environment and coastal communities.

The second edition of the Ocean Literacy Cycle also underscores the importance of sustainable marine resource use, following up on previous initiatives such as the workshop on the valorization of marine macroalgae and the empowerment of local communities. These efforts showcase Cape Verde's role in environmental preservation and the responsible use of its natural resources.

Through this exhibition, Jean Piaget University reaffirms its dedication to educating and inspiring both the academic community and society at large about the importance of the ocean, contributing to a more sustainable future for the archipelago.

Editorial

A UniPiaget lança o primeiro número de sua terceira série da Revista Científica CONTACTO, com a novidade de ser o primeiro número com International Standard Serial Number - ISSN (Número de Série Estândar Internacional), o qual a eleva ao patamar de revista indexada e reconhecida internacionalmente, seguindo a estratégia de internacionalização da excelência da Universidade Jean Piaget, traçada até 2030.

Neste número se apresentam trabalhos científicos em diversas áreas de interesse para a sociedade, resultado de estudos realizados tanto por professores e estudantes da comunidade académica UniPiaget como por outros colaboradores e investigadores de Cabo Verde e de outros países lusófonos, o que enriquece e diversifica os olhares e as formas de trazer evidencias científicas para os problemas e questões tratadas nos artigos apresentados.

Apesar de sua diversidade de conteúdo, todas as comunicações científicas seguiram um minucioso e estrito procedimento de avaliação por pares duplo cego, por especialistas das diferentes áreas científicas apresentadas nesta edição, o que lhe outorga o rigor e a qualidade científica necessária para este tipo de publicações.

Esta terceira serie indexada da Revista CONTACTO almeja também a ser um espaço acessível para os estudantes de pós-graduação da comunidade universitária UniPiaget, principalmente para nossos doutorandos, o qual lhes permita publicar seus estudos, tarefa tão importante e necessária para suas carreiras científicas e desenvolvimento como investigadores.

Aproveito esta oportunidade para manifestar meus mais sinceros agradecimentos a todos os colaboradores desta edição e desejo que a sua leitura seja proveitosa e sirva de incentivo para a realização e publicação de mais investigações científicas no seio universitário.

Editora do nº1/3 Serie da Revista Científica CONTACTO Prof. Doutora Lara Ferrero Gómez

As part of the SUSTURISM project, we are pleased to announce the 27 candidates selected to take part in the Intensive Training in Sustainable Tourism. The course will consist of five theoretical modules and one practical module, the aim of which is to create a sustainable tourism entrepreneurship project. We would like to inform you, however, that in accordance with the established rules, only 16 candidates will go forward to the National Phase of the Piaget Competition. Subsequently, from this phase, a group of 4 winners will be selected to represent UniPiaget in the International Phase of the competition.

Don't miss the opportunity to watch the documentary "Mar Liso" by José Cabral and Jean Gomes! On April 24th, at 4:30 PM, in the B116-17 amphitheater. And to make this experience even more special, Dr. José Cabral will be present for a Q&A session after the film.

Jean Piaget University of Cape Verde is pleased to invite you to participate in the inauguration of the 1st exhibition of the Ocean Literacy Cycle: Coral Communities and Seagrass Meadows on Santiago Island, which will take place on January 25th at 4:30 PM in the UniPiaget Media Library. We look forward to your presence!

We are sharing the information note from our Chancellor about the start of the Academic Year 2023/24 at UniPiaget!

We are excited to welcome everyone back and to greet new members of our academic community.

Wishing everyone a productive and inspiring academic year.

The UniPiaget University Campus in Mindelo will host a conference on September 19th at 4:30 PM, focusing on Renewable Energy.

“Offshore Wind Farms Development and Safety of Navigation”

In context, it is impossible to ignore the increasing consumption of fuels and other types of renewable energy, along with environmental contamination. These are some of the reasons that drive humanity to seek more abundant and less polluting energy options, such as wind energy. This protects the planet while ensuring the development of wind farms and the safety of navigation.