Research Fields

Development Economics, Society and Environment

Research in this field explores social, environmental and economics aspects of sustainable development, at various geographical levels (national, regional and local) and economic sectors. The main issues studied in this field are related to the natural resource and environmental management, education and health, and regional development. The focus is on analyses and design of public policies towards a sustainable economic development.

Faculty members:

• Adelson Martins Figueiredo, PhD
• Andrea Rodrigues Ferro, PhD
• Cassiano Bragagnolo, PhD
• Danilo Rolim Dias de Aguiar, PhD
• Geraldo Edmundo Silva Junior, PhD
• Maria Aparecida Silva Oliveira, PhD
• Rodrigo Vilela Rodrigues, PhD
  
  

Economic Efficiency, Organizations and Trade

Research in this field explores economic efficiency in different markets and institutions. The main issues studied in this field are related to input-output analysis, financial markets, market power, international trade and negotiations, considering both horizontal (among competitors) and vertical dimensions (within a supply chain). Research also focuses on how public policies improve competition and innovation, affecting economic efficiency.

Faculty members:

• Alexandre Lopes Gomes, PhD
• Antonio Carlos Diegues Júnior, PhD
• Danilo Rolim Dias de Aguiar, PhD
• Eduardo Rodrigues de Castro, PhD
• José César Cruz Júnior, PhD
• José Eduardo de Salles Roselino Júnior, PhD
• Mariusa Momenti Pitelli, PhD
• Rosane Nunes de Faria, PhD