The Research Cluster on Surfing and Sustainability of Coastal Areas (NIS) is a platform for innovation and quality in the research of surf tourism and sustainability of coastal areas, favoring a multidisciplinary perspective; NIS is open to the participation of all CiTUR members.
Mission: to ensure excellence in the development of applied research, in the production and transfer of scientific knowledge in the field of surf tourism and the sustainability of coastal areas, with a primary focus on the well-being of communities.
Goals: to establish itself as a knowledge center and information resource for all interested parties; to contribute to sustainable development and the community’s quality of life; to promote scientific exchange partnerships with national and international institutions and researchers; to support a collaborative and multidisciplinary approach.