Scientific research generates a form of thinking and acting that fosters greater guarantees of success in achieving objectives, therefore the Galapagos National Park recognizes the need to establish a Scientific Research Program, open and flexible, which provides the scientific knowledge necessary for development and implementation of management programs at the same time promotes a scientific culture that facilitates the smooth participation and collaboration of all players involved (researchers, environmental management, regional, cantonal, business, media and the citizen himself). The program of Scientific Research places special emphasis on:

Information flow

Permanent availability of scientific information for managers, institutions and citizens.

Interdisciplinary research

Promote interdisciplinary projects both for studies of natural and socioeconomic systems and between the natural sciences and socio-technologies through the analysis of socio-ecosystems.

Empowering Ecuadorian science:

Privilege opportunities in favor of national scientific and technological aptitude and contribute to the training of scientists and technicians in Galapagos...

On this site you can find information on the research approved in recent years.

more information, contact with:

Washington Tapia Aguilera Responsible for Conservation and Sustainable Development Galapagos National Park Service Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz Galapagos, ECUADOR Tel. +593 (0)5 25 26 189/511/190 wtapia@dpng.gob.ec Hours: 7.30am - 12.30pm / 2pm - 5pm (GMT-6)