RESEARCH CENTER RESEARCH CENTER Jr. Sánchez Cerro 2141, Jesús María Telephone: (511) 219-0100 up.edu.pe/ciup FÁBRICA DE IDEAS at the UNIVERSIDAD DEL PACIFICO
Research Center at the Universidad del Pacifico / CIUP 2 / 3 The mission of the Research Center at the Universidad del Pacifico (CIUP) is to contribute to the country s development and democratization, in an increasingly diverse and interconnected world. We fulfill this mission by generating knowledge about the national and international context; producing viable proposals for change; and participating in public debate and policy formation. We contribute to forming new generations of professionals and leaders who have a vocation for excellence and social responsibility.
Research Center at the Universidad del Pacífico Table of Contents p. 6 Interview with the director CIUP p. 10 Area of Macroeconomics and Economic Policy p. 16 Area of Social Policies, Human Development and Civil Society p. 8 {KNOWLEDGE} p. 14 {IMPACT} The CIUP Spirit Five concepts to understand our work p. 20 Area of Business Management and Social Responsibility p. 30 Area of Natural Resources and the Environment p. 36 Area of International Economics and Business p. 28 {COMMITMENT} p. 34 {TRAINING} Today more than ever information abounds but knowledge generation is scarce. Research in Peru is often lost in the whirlwind of the information era. In this context, we believe that generating knowledge through research is extremely important. CIUP s work proposes concrete solutions to the problems that affect the common good. a new generation of researchers, is the driving force behind our work. Our consultancies also contribute to Peru s progress given that CIUP s services are often required by public institutions, private companies and international cooperation agencies. It is important to understand that this spirit has no meaning without the aforementioned p. 42 Area of Regulation, Infrastructure and Competition p. 40 {CONSULTANCY} Our prestigious research team s commitment to society, along with our dedication to forming concepts, which ensure that our work contributes to the country s development. p. 45 Other Researchers
Interview with Cynthia Sanborn Director CIUP Research Center at the at the Universidad del del Pacifico / CIUP / CIUP 6 / 76 / 7 The progress behind the research CIUP s fundamental objectives include achieving a diversity of perspectives, training new generations of researchers and generating new ideas. The Universidad del Pacifico not only trains competent and ethical professionals: it also generates knowledge through its Research Center (CIUP), which strives to provide solutions to the country s problems. Its director, Cynthia Sanborn, provides some insight on the importance of CIUP in our society and what it means to conduct research in the 21st century. CIUP s research touches on a number of subjects. How is the institution structured? CIUP currently has six research areas. This structure allows us to cover different fields: ranging from macroeconomics to natural resources, international business and public service regulation. We conduct research from a variety of angles, including the social sciences, administration and other disciplines that are directly related with the University s purpose. What advantages are derived from the fact that the researchers are also UP professors? This ensures that our faculty are in permanent contact with reality. This reality is later complemented with classroom experience. Our research faculty work full time for UP and dedicate approximately half their time to CIUP. Each is expected to conduct research on one primary topic 1972 throughout the year. We also have associate researchers, research assistants and student interns. How do you choose research topics? Research topics are suggested by individual professors or teams. Work is directly related to each of their interests in specific issues. We belong to the University but are autonomous when it comes to defining our agenda. In the majority of our projects, the objective is to focus on understanding and analyzing a concrete problem. Is the current juncture important to CIUP s work? It s fundamental. CIUP has a very clear objective: contribute to the development of the region and the country. Our researchers are directed by reality rather than theory alone. Although some may be in the process of generating new theories, the majority are concerned with concre- te issues: poverty, budgets, international trade, etc. We are permanently concerned with what is going on in the country. A good example is Agenda 2011. What does this initiative consist of? Agenda 2011 was born of the recent electoral context. We developed a list of proposals to address eleven issues that we believe are very important to Peru. To The Research Center of the Universidad del Pacifico was created in summarize, the proposals describe real problems and how much it will cost to solve them. The profile of CIUP s researchers is highly varied. How is this reflected in their work? This is a very interesting point given that CIUP is sometimes associated solely with, for lack of a better term, neo-liberal professionals. Nevertheless, some of our professors believe that the State s role requires further development. There are a myriad of opinions on how to fight poverty or achieve greater equality. This pluralism contributes to generating a dialogue between different research efforts. Are there generational differences between researchers? Yes and this enriches our work. The main difference between us and other research centers is that we aim to generate knowled- ge while teaching new generations of researchers to take a reality-based approach to analyzing specific junctures. Some of our areas have changed over time to reflect changes in reality. When has this occurred? The Regulation Area changed some time ago and is now called Regulation, Infrastructure and Competition because our researchers began to study more and more topics related to highways, airports and how to make the country more competitive through infrastructure. Innovation is very important in research. How is this evident in CIUP s work? Innovation takes a number of forms, beginning with the perspective from which an issue is approached. We currently have a Literature professor who is analyzing problems in education through language and reading-writing skills. This angle is complemented by other research on education and economic policies. In another case, a sociologist who specializes in gender issues is working with a professor of business administration. Both are currently studying discrimination in the workplace. Another way to innovate is by varying the format. One of our researchers is working on a video. All of this gives our work a multi-disciplinary touch. What goals has CIUP set for the future? One of our goals in the future is to incorporate professionals associated with the new degree programs UP offers, including law and engineering. We would also like to have more associated researchers from abroad who can contribute new ideas. In this context, we will continue to form upcoming generations and conduct research on new topics that contribute to the country s progress.
8 / 9 Solutions that transcend _ CIUP conducts research that proposes solutions to different problems in the country. Its researchers generate knowledge through critical analysis and precise conclusions, which are later published in books, academic journals and news articles and disseminated to universities and other institutions throughout the world. Our works deals with Economics as well as Management and Development and uses tools from Sociology, Political Science, Law and the Humanities, which makes CIUP s approach truly inter-disciplinary. Knowledge {impact} {COMMITMENT} {TRAINING} {CONSULTANCY}
Knowledge impact COMMITMENT TRAINING CONSULTANCY Research Center at the Universidad del Pacifico / CIUP 10 / 11 Macroeconomics and Economic Policies The research and proposals presented by this area s members are used as a reference point in economic policy debates in the country. This area analyzes trends in our economy and their relation with the world economy. The Macroeconomics and Economic Policiy Area, which develops forecasts and proposals to improve growth, is staffed by researchers who study monetary policy, budget transparency, international financial crises and private pension system reforms, among other issues. Jürgen Schuldt Lange Bruno Seminario De Marzi Eduardo Morón Pastor
Knowledge impact COMMITMENT TRAINING CONSULTANCY Research Center at the Universidad del Pacifico / CIUP 12 / 13 > Researchers Betty Alvarado PÉrez** M.A. in Public Administration and M.A. in Philosophy, New York University (USA). Bachelor of Economics, University of Lima. Areas of specialization: Human development, health and education policies, public services financing, fiscal decentralization and urban development. alvarado_bm@up.edu.pe Claudia Cooper Fort M.A. in Economics, New York University (USA). Bachelor of Economics, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of specialization: Macroeconomics and Finance. cooper_cmat@up.edu.pe Carlos Casas Tragodara M.A. in Economics, Georgetown University (ILADES, Chile). Bachelor of Economics, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of specialization: Fiscal policy, tax policy, fiscal decentralization, State Reform, public investment, competitiveness, foreign investment analysis, economic growth.. casas_ca@up.edu.pe We produce texts that are used by our students and individuals at other universities. We make constant efforts to disseminate our research and transmit the knowledge that we generate. Eduardo Morón Coordinator of the Macroeconomics and Economic Policiy Area Jorge González Izquierdo M.A. in Economics, University of Chicago (USA). Master of Economics, Universidad Catolica de Chile. Bachelor of Economics, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of specialization: Monetary and banking policy, economic policy, labor economics. gonzalez_jd@up.edu.pe Eduardo Morón Pastor Ph.D. in Economics, University of California at Los Angeles (USA). Masters in Economics, Universidad del CEMA (Argentina). Bachelor of Economics, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of specialization: Design and evaluation of macroeconomic policies, budget transparency, private and public pension regimes. moron_ea@up.edu.pe Martha Rodríguez Salas Ph.D. in Economics y M.A. in Economic Policy, Boston University (USA). Master of Administration, Universidad ESAN. Bachelor of Science, Universidad Nacional de Ingeniería. Areas of specialization: Macroeconomics, International Economics. rodriguez_mj@up.edu.pe Juan Mendoza Pérez Ph.D. and M.A. in Economics, Brown University (USA). Bachelor of Economics, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of specialization: Macroeconomics, economic growth, economic policy and public economics. mendoza_jj@up.edu.pe Jürgen Schuldt Lange Doctor of Economics, Universidad de St. Gallen (Switzerland). Master of Economics, Colegio de México. Bachelor of Economics, Universidad del Pacifico. Bachelor of Sciences with a major in Administration, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of specialization: Political economics, economic development, regional economics, economic policy. schuldt_jn@up.edu.pe Bruno Seminario De Marzi Doctoral studies and M.A. in Economics, University of Rochester (USA). Bachelor of Economics, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of specialization: Macroeconomics and monetary theory. Political economics, growth, economic cycles, and international economics. seminario_lb@up.edu.pe Julio Velarde Flores** Doctoral studies and M.A. in Economics, Brown University (USA). Advanced studies in Economics, Instituto de Economía Mundial de Kiel (Germany). Bachelor of Economics, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of specialization: Macroeconomics, monetary and banking economics. velarde_je@up.edu.pe > Knowledge in numbers CIUP has conducted more than 600 research and consultancy projects over the last ten years. It has organized more than 300 academic and professional events over the last ten years. CIUP has incorporated more than 45 visiting researchers from foreign universities and more than 30 associate researchers over the last five years. * Associated researchers/ ** Researchers on sabbatical
14 / 15 Experts who create progress_ CIUP s researchers are prestigious professionals who are often pioneers in their areas of expertise. {KNOWLEDGE} impact {COMMITMENT} {TRAINING} {CONSULTANCY} This ensures that their work, once concluded, generates a significant impact on the media, business sectors, civil society and the State. The impact of their research (which is conducted from different focuses and perspectives) is fundamental given that the topics that interest CIUP are also key issues for Peru. In this way, CIUP contributes ideas, proposals and solutions that help society grow.
KNOWLEDGE impact COMMITMENT TRAINING CONSULTANCY Research Center at the Universidad del Pacifico / CIUP 16 / 17 This area formulates proposals to strengthen the institutional capacities of both the State and civil society. Social Policies, Human Development and Civil Society How can we generate development in the poorest sectors in Peru? This area s objective is to identify and promote more efficient policies and programs in the public and private sectors to overcome poverty and improve living conditions for the country s poorest citizens. Its researchers study topics such as discrimination, education, health, programs to fight poverty, efficient public investment and an analysis of the impact that the extractive industries have on the country s development. Gustavo Yamada Fakusaki Enrique Vásquez Huamán
KNOWLEDGE impact COMMITMENT TRAINING CONSULTANCY Research Center at the Universidad del Pacifico / CIUP 18 / 19 > Researchers Ana María Becerra Marsano Bachelor of Sociology and Arts and Social Sciences, Pontificia Universidad Catolica del Peru. Diploma in Teachers Training, School of Education of the Pontificia Universidad Catolica del Perú. Areas of specialization: Sociology, social service and higher education. becerra_amt@up.edu.pe Arlette Beltrán Barco M.A. in Economics, Georgetown University (ILADES, Chile). Bachelor of Economics, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of specialization: Health and education economics, quantitative methods applied to the analysis of social policies and public budget analysis with a gender-based focus. beltran_acl@up.edu.pe The impact of CIUP's work is undeniable. It is the most complete and prestigious university-based research center in the country. It engages in rigorous investigation and has more presence in the public policy arena than any other local center. gustavo yamada Researcher in the Area of Social Policies, Human Development and Civil Society. Vice Dean of the School of Economics. Karlos La Serna Studzinski Master of Teaching and High Level Research, Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia. Bachelor of Economics, Universidad del Pacifico. International Business Administrator, ADEX.. Areas of specialization: Sustainable development, Corporate social responsibility, environmental economics and natural resources, social policies. laserna_k@up.edu.pe Oswaldo Medina García Bachelor of Sociology and Bachelor of Social Sciences, Pontificia Universidad Catolica del Perú. Diploma in Social Planning, Economic and Social Studies, Institute of Social Studies of the Hague (Holland). Areas of specialization: Society and culture, peasant communities, education and popular culture. medina_ro@up.edu.pe Felipe Portocarrero Suárez Ph.D. in Sociology, Oxford University (England). Master of Sociology and Bachelor of Social Sciences, Pontificia Universidad Catolica del Peru. Areas of specialization: Economic and social history, social policies, civil society, philanthropy and social responsibility in Peru. portocarrero_fb@up.edu.pe Cynthia Sanborn Ph.D. and M.A. in Government, Harvard University (USA). B.A. in Political Science, University of Chicago (USA). Areas of specialization: Politics and development, civil society and corporate social responsibility with an emphasis on extractive industries. sanborn_ca@up.edu.pe Pacifico. Enrique Vásquez Huamán Ph.D. in Politics y M.Sc. in Public Policy, Oxford University (England). Bachelor of Economics, Universidad del Areas of specialization: Social policies and poverty, political economics, social management, evaluation of social programs and public social spending on boys and girls. vasquez_ee@up.edu.pe Milton Von Hesse LA SERNA M.A. in Economics, Georgetown University (ILADES, Chile). Bachelor of Economics, Universidad del Pacifico. Áreas de especialización: Public management, public investment projects, disaster risk management, rural development. vonhesse_mm@up.edu.pe Camilo Carrillo Purín* Master of International Economics and Finance, Universidad de Tilburg (Netherlands). Master of Economics, Universidad Pompeu Fabra (Spain). Bachelor of Economics, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of specialization: FFormulation and economic evaluation of investment projects, public management of investments. carrillo_cn@up.edu.pe Juan Francisco Castro Carlín MSc. in Economics and Political Science, London School of Economics. (England). Bachelor of Economics, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of specialization: Access to and quality of higher education. Skills acquisition, applied econometrics. castro_jf@up.edu.pe Liuba Kogan Cogan Doctor of Anthropology, Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú. Master of Communications Strategies, Universidad de Lima. Bachelor of Sociology and Bachelor of Social Sciences, Pontificia Universidad Catolica del Perú. Areas of specialization: Gender studies, inequality and social discrimination, social research methodologies and contemporary social theory. kogan_l@up.edu.pe Carlos Parodi Trece M.A. in Economics, Georgetown University (ILADES, Chile). Bachelor of Economics, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of specialization: Economic and Social Policy, international financial crises, economic development in Latin America, social management and education economics. parodi_caj@up.edu.pe Janice Seinfeld Lemlig Ph.D. and M.A. in Economics, Harvard University (USA). Post-doctoral studies in Health Economics, National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) in Cambridge, Massachusetts (USA). Bachelor of Economics, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of specialization: Industrial organization, public economics, health economics. seinfeld_jn@up.edu.pe Gustavo Yamada Fukusaki Ph.D. in Economics, M.A. y M. Phil., Columbia University (USA). Bachelor of Economics, Universidad del Pacifico.. Areas of specialization: Employment and labor economics, poverty, macroeconomics, microeconomics, economic growth and development. Education, public spending and the millennium development objectives, social policies. yamada_ga@up.edu.pe * Associated researchers/ ** Researchers on sabbatical
KNOWLEDGE impact COMMITMENT TRAINING CONSULTANCY Research Center at the Universidad del Pacifico / CIUP 20 / 21 Business Management and Social Responsibility How can we understand and control the factors that affect business management? This area conducts research to understand the factors that have the most impact business management. Issues such as Corporate governance (values, ethics and good governance practices), environmental management, trademark management and social responsibility are studied to help companies align their initiatives with their mission and institutional strategy. This area designs efficient, responsible and sustainable strategies for business management. It also prepares and analyzes financial statements. Gina Pipoli de Azambuja Emilio Garcia Vega Rosa María Fuchs Ángeles
KNOWLEDGE impact COMMITMENT TRAINING CONSULTANCY Research Center at the Universidad del Pacifico / CIUP 22 / 23 > Researchers: In 2010, CIUP signed cooperation agreements with 16 international institutions and 24 prestigious national entities. The impact of CIUP s work contributes to the university s strong reputation. Rafael Aita Ramírez-Gastón M.A. in General & Strategic Management, Maastricht School of Management (Holland). Master of Strategic Business Administration, Pontificia Universidad Catolica del Peru. Bachelor of Industrial Engineering, Universidad de Lima. Areas of Specialization: Strategic consulting, redesign and optimization of service sector processes, e-business. aita_rma@up.edu.pe Edgar Alva Gonzales Doctor of Economics and Business Administration, Universidad de Deusto (Spain). Master of Accounting from the Universidad Inca Garcilaso de la Vega. Bachelor of Accounting, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of Specialization: Costs and variation. alva_ep@up.edu.pe Martha Chávez Passano Doctor (c) of Economics and Business Administration, Universidad de Deusto (Spain). Master of Administration and Bachelor of Accounting, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of Specialization: Financial accounting, NGOs, Accountability and Corporate Social Responsibility. chavez_ma@up.edu.pe Elsa Del Castillo Mory Doctor of Economics and Business Administration, Universidad de Deusto (Spain). MBA from the Instituto de Empresa (Spain). Bachelor of Administration, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of Specialization: Strategy and business management, Corporate social responsibility and human resource management. delcastillo_ec@up.edu.pe Alejandro Flores Castro Doctor of Economics and Business Administration, Universidad de Deusto (Spain). Bachelor of Business Administration, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of Specialization: Competitive strategies with an emphasis on innovation, organizational culture, managing change and business growth. flores_ja@up.edu.pe Pedro Franco Concha MBA, American University of Washington D. C. (USA). Master of Environmental Management for Sustainable Development, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana de Bogotá (Colombia). Bachelor of Administration and Accounting, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of Specialization: Financial statement evaluation, microfinance and small and medium enterprises (SMES), Corporate governance, investment projects, Corporate social responsibility and environmental management. franco_pp@up.edu.pe Rosa María Fuchs Ángeles International MBA, Instituto de Empresa (Spain). Bachelor of Administration, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of Specialization: Human resource management, talent retention, measuring human potential, organizational strategy and managing diversity in organizations fuchs_rm@up.edu.pe Samuel Mongrut Montalván Doctor of Economic and Administrative Sciences, Universidad de Barcelona (Spain). Master of Economics, University of Maastricht (Holland). Bachelor of Business Administration, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of Specialization: Finance for entrepreneurs, sustainable finances and finance for emerging markets. mongrut_sa@up.edu.pe Emilio Garcia Vega Master and Bachelor of Administration, Universidad del Pacifico.. Areas of Specialization: Business strategy, strategic planning, marketing, innovation, competitiveness, management and market research. garcia_eh@up.edu.pe The impact of research is very important: knowledge generates progress. Hence, we strive to ensure that our research reaches entrepreneurs, executives and important businesspeople. Emilio Garcia Coordinator of the Area of Business Management and Social Responsibility Gina Pipoli de Azambuja Doctor (c) of Economics and Business Administration, Universidad de Deusto (Spain). Master of Business Administration, Universidad del Pacifico. Bachelor of Business Administration and Accounting, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of Specialization: International marketing, Country Branding, Strategic Marketing, Branding, Image, Relationship Marketing, Client Fidelity, CRM and BTL Marketing. pipoli_gm@up.edu.pe María Isabel Quevedo ALEJOS Doctor (c) of Economics and Business Administration, Universidad de Deusto (Spain). Master s studies in Administration, Universidad del Pacifico. Bachelor of Accounting, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of Specialization: Financial accounting, Intangibles and intellectual capital. quevedo_mia@up.edu.pe
KNOWLEDGE impact COMMITMENT TRAINING CONSULTANCY Research Center at the Universidad del Pacifico / CIUP 24 / 25 > Investigadores Enrique Saravia Vergara Doctor (c) and Master of the Society of Information and Knowledge, Universidad Oberta de Catalunya (Spain). Master of Business Administration, Universidad del Pacifico. Civil Engineer, Pontificia Universidad Catolica del Peru. Areas of Specialization: Process management, Knowledge Management and Operations Management. Over the last few years, many CIUP researchers have been called to serve in the public sector and in international > Our publications The Research Center, in collaboration with the Universidad del Pacifico Press, produced 1190 publications saravia_ea@up.edu.pe Matilde Schwalb Helguero Doctor of Economics and Business Administration (Spain). MBA with a major in Marketing and International Business, University of Miami (USA). Bachelor of Business Administration, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of Specialization: Marketing, Social Marketing, Strategic Management and Corporate Social Responsibility. organizations as cabinet members, vice-ministers and diplomatic representatives. between 1972 and 2010. Publications in areas as diverse as Economics, Accounting, Finance, Administration, Marketing, Social Policies, Social Responsibility, Law and Social Science have become a reference bibliography for professionals, political authorities, academics and university students. Work is published in a variety of formats, including books, working documents, case studies and schwalb_mm@up.edu.pe journalism articles. Jesús Tong Chang Doctor (c) of Economics and Business Administration, Universidad de Deusto (Spain). MBA Cornell University (USA). Master of Business Administration, ESAN. Graduate Degree in Technology and Development, Universidad Tecnica de Berlín. Bachelor of Civil Engineering, Universidad Nacional de Ingeniería. Areas of Specialization: Finance and Mutual Funds. tong_jj@up.edu.pe David Wong Cam Doctor of Economics and Business Administration, Universidad de Deusto (Spain). Master of Advanced Management, Universidad de Deusto (Spain). Bachelor of Administration, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of Specialization: Family businesses wong_de@up.edu.pe CIUP has produced 1190 publications since its creation in 1972. Efforts to disseminate research are on-going; it is no simple task to communicate complex ideas in a way that is easy to understand. * Associated researchers/ ** Researchers on sabbatical
KNOWLEDGE impact COMMITMENT TRAINING CONSULTANCY Research Center at the Universidad del Pacifico / CIUP 26 / 27 Vocation for research_ Fieldwork is only possible if commitment exists. This commitment is one of the main (and vital) characteristics of CIUP professionals, who in turn work to transmit their vocation to students and practitioners. Commitment and passion make all the difference. All of our researchers have chosen to do studies that demonstrate their vocation for contributing to the country s development. {KNOWLEDGE} {impact} Commitment {TRAINING} {CONSULTANCY}
KNOWLEDGE impact COMMITMENT TRAINING CONSULTANCY Research Center at the Universidad del Pacifico / CIUP 28 / 29 We are a leader in Peru in natural resource valuation, which is key to ensuring environmental sustainability. Natural Resources and the Environment What constitutes truly efficient use of renewable and non-renewable resources? This area s research makes recommendations to improve natural resource and environmental management to contribute to sustainable and competitive economic activities while improving the population s quality of life. Studies have been conducted in the forestry and fishing sectors, public investment and environmental issues, among others. Joanna Kámiche Zegarra Elsa Galarza Contreras
KNOWLEDGE impact COMMITMENT TRAINING CONSULTANCY Research Center at the Universidad del Pacifico / CIUP 30 / 31 > Researchers Carlos Amat y León Chávez* Doctoral Studies and MSc. Agricultural Economics, Wisconsin University (EE. UU). M.Sc. in Economics, Iowa State University (EE. UU). Bachelor of Agronomic Sciences, Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina. Areas of specialization: Agro-industry, environmental aspects of agro-industrial production, basins and territorial ordering and public management. amatyleon_ca@up.edu.pe Francisco Galarza Arellano Ph.D. in Agricultural and Applied Economics, University of Wisconsin- Madison (USA). M.A., Agricultural and Applied Economics, University of Wisconsin-Madison (USA). Bachelor of Economics, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of specialization: Development economics, labor economics and behavioral economics. galarza_fb@up.edu.pe del Pacifico. Elsa Galarza Contreras M.Sc. in Agricultural Economics, Iowa State University (EEUU). Bachelor of Economics, Universidad One of the things that characterize our work is the fact that we divide our time between research and teaching. This generates a dual commitment: to bring our students closer to reality and help society by focusing on its problems. It is impossible to conduct research without commitment. JOANNA KÁMICHE Researcher in the Area of Natural Resources and the Environment Joanna Kámiche Zegarra Master of Environmental and Natural Resource Economics, University of Maryland (USA) and the Universidad de los Andes (Colombia). Bachelor of Economics, Universidad del Pacifico. Specialist in Social Assessment of Projects, Universidad de los Andes (Colombia). Areas of specialization: Natural resource and environmental economics, social assessment of projects. kamiche_jn@up.edu.pe Rosario Gómez Gamarra** M.Sc. in Agricultural Economics, University of Illinois (USA). Bachelor of Economics, Universidad del Pacifico. Areas of specialization: Environmental and natural resource economics food safety, agricultural economics, agriindustrial development and tourism economics. gomez_zr@up.edu.pe At CIUP, we are committed to Peru s development. Agenda 2011, for example, was born of the electoral context to propose concrete actions in the country s key sectors. Researchers in the Area of Social Policies, Huiman Development and Civil Society Areas of specialization: Natural resource management: fishing, forests, environmental regulation, climate change financing, comprehensive environmental assessment. galarza_ep@up.edu.pe Janice Seinfield Coordinator of the Area of Social Policies, Human Development and Civil Society Liuba Kogan Cogan Cynthia Sanborn Janice Seinfeld Lemlig * Associated researchers/ ** Researchers on sabbatical