The Institute of Environment (IMA) was created in 1998 with the objective of developing research and extension projects focused on the conservation of biodiversity and ecosystem services, as well as actions that promote economic and social development in line with environmental sustainability.
IMA’s mission is to promote environmental sustainability, either through direct conservation of natural heritage through the RPPN Pró-Mata or through research and extension actions that promote economic and social development for both present and future generations.
By 2026, IMA will be a reference in the environmental field in Brazil, recognized for developing and leading high-relevance research and actions in the pursuit of environmental conservation and sustainable development.
Director
Prof. Nelson Ferreira Fontoura ([email protected])
Scientific Coordinator
Dr. Pedro Maria de Abreu Ferreira ([email protected])
Secretary
Maria da Graça Campolongo Coiro ([email protected])
Professors/Researchers