1. Information about the program: The Postgraduate Program in Genetics and Biochemistry (PPGGB) at UFU is designed to foster advanced education and research in the fields of Genetics, Biochemistry, and Biotechnology. The program aims to develop teaching, research, and extension activities, promote technological innovations, diagnose and propose solutions to regional, national, and international problems through scientific research, and disseminate findings via scientific meetings and publications. Additionally, it seeks to promote knowledge exchange with national and international researchers, collaborate with emerging research centers, and contribute to the scientific development and improvement of Genetics and Biochemistry education at various levels. The program offers Master's, Doctorate and Post-doctorate degrees.
2. Background History: The PPGGB was established in 1992 when Dr. Warwick Estevam Kerr began discussions about creating a postgraduate program in Genetics and Biochemistry at UFU. These conversations focused on the university's future direction and its research and postgraduate goals. Recognizing that Genetics and Biochemistry play important scientific and societal roles, the program was designed not only to advance scientific knowledge and technological innovation but also to influence societal values and perspectives. The program officially started on September 12, 1994, with approval for the Master's level from CAPES. Five years later, in 1999, the Doctorate level received positive evaluation and approval from CAPES.Program Ranking): In 2022 the Program received a score of 5 from CAPES.
3. Vídeo: https://dri.ufu.br/central-de-conteudos/videos/2025/03/get-know-ufu

Graduate Program Information:

1. About the Program): The Master's Degree Program in Genetics and Biochemistry at UFU, initiated in 1994, offers advanced education and research opportunities in two main areas of concentration: Genetics and Biochemistry. Students choose their area based on their chosen advisor. The program plays a significant role in helping students build their careers by offering comprehensive academic and research training in key scientific fields. The program equips students with advanced theoretical knowledge and practical laboratory skills in genetics, biochemistry, and biotechnology, fostering their ability to conduct independent scientific research.
2. Objectives: The program aims to:

• Advance teaching, research, and extension activities in Genetics, Biochemistry, and Biotechnology.
• Promote technological innovations, including patent development, in these fields.
• Identify and propose solutions to regional, national, and international problems through scientific research.
• Disseminate research findings via scientific meetings and publications in high-impact journals.
• Foster knowledge exchange with national and international researchers.
• Collaborate with emerging research centers.
• Award Master's and Doctorate degrees in Genetics and Biochemistry.
• Contribute to the scientific development and improvement of Genetics and Biochemistry education at various educational levels.
• Train educators, researchers, and professionals capable of establishing new research centers domestically and internationally.
• Secure funding from research support agencies.
• Enhance the curriculum of undergraduate courses at UFU through insights gained from research activities.
• Encourage undergraduate students to pursue advanced studies by involving them in the program's research lines and events

3. Infrastructure: The program boasts a robust infrastructure to support its academic and research activities. Facilities include specialized laboratories such as the Laboratory of Bioinformatics and Molecular Analyses (LBAM), which is equipped with advanced computational resources to facilitate research in bioinformatics, genetics, biochemistry, and biotechnology. Additionally, the Laboratory of Molecular Genetics (LABGEN) offers equipment like microscopes, spectrophotometers, and thermocyclers, supporting both teaching and research endeavors.

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Academics Information:

Academic Calendar): https://prograd.ufu.br/central-de-conteudos/documentos/2025/03/calendario-academico-de-2025-2026-e-2027-graduacao-e-estes

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Graduate Program Collegiate Board – Responsibilities and Structure

The coordination of the Graduate Program in Genetics and Biochemistry is exercised by the Program Council with the following composition:

1. The Program Coordinator, who must be a member of the Program's Teaching Core (ND - CAPES).
2. Four faculty representatives, all members of the Program's Teaching Core (ND - CAPES)
3. One student representative, elected by their peers, with a one-year term.

The Program Council is linked to the Institute of Biotechnology and the Research and Graduate Studies Council of the Federal University of Uberlândia.

In the absence of the Program Coordinator, the chairing role will be assumed by the council member with the highest academic degree and longest teaching tenure at UFU.

The four faculty representatives are elected by their peers.

Each faculty representative serves a two-year term, with the possibility of one consecutive reappointment.

Faculty representation is renewed by 50% every two years.

In case of absence, impediment, or vacancy of the Coordinator position, the coordination will be carried out by a council member elected among their peers and formally appointed by the University Rector, serving until a new Coordinator is appointed.

The duties of both the Program Council and the Coordinator are regulated according to Articles 76 and 78 of the General Regulations of the University.

The Council can be convened by either:

• The Coordinator
• A simple majority of its members

The Council may seek advisors whenever necessary and can also invite faculty members or special advisors to participate in its meetings.

To perform its functions, the Program Council is supported by an administrative secretariat.

Current Coordinator:

• Vivian Alonso Goulart

Council Members (Name / Term / Representation):

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