An integrated methodology for the evaluation and strengthening of university extension projects: a case study of the REMELIXO project aligned with UFRJ's sustainability and regenerative education policy

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https://doi.org/10.5212/Rev.Conexao.v22.27092.042

Abstract

Extension projects require evaluation tools aligned with institutional policies. This study aimed to apply an integrated methodology to strengthen the REMELIXO Project. The methodology included a situational diagnosis among UFRJ-Macaé students (n=375), an internal audit of activities, and an Adherence Matrix based on UFRJ’s Sustainability and Regenerative Education Policy (SER/UFRJ). Results revealed high household medicine storage (97.6%) and limited awareness of collection points (75%). The audit identified standardization opportunities. The Matrix showed 83% adherence to the SER/UFRJ Policy, with Extension reaching 100%. Data integration supported a Strategic Plan and consolidated the project at the university Ecopoint, collecting 140 kg of medicines in one year. In conclusion, this integrated methodology strengthens extension management, and the Adherence Matrix serves as a model for other sustainability-aligned initiatives.

Author Biographies

  • Vítor Todeschini, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro

    Professor na Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Campus Macaé, RJ, Brasil. Doutorado em Ciências Farmacêuticas.

  • Evelynn Dalila do Nascimento Melo, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro

    Aluna de Doutorado na Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Campus Macaé, RJ, Brasil.

  • Anna Karolina Mouzer da Silva Machado, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro

    Farmacêutica na Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Campus Macaé, RJ, Brasil. Mestrado em Ciências.  

  • Nathália da Silva Stoller, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro

    Aluna de Mestrado na Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Campus Macaé, RJ, Brasil.

  • Carlos Eduardo Lopes da Silva, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro

    Professor na Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Campus Macaé, RJ, Brasil. Doutorado em Ciências Ambientais e Conservação.

  • Samantha Monteiro Martins, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro

    Professora na Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Campus Macaé, RJ, Brasil. Doutorado em Química Biológica. 

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2026-10-09

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Vol. 22 No. 1 (2026): Publicação Continua

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ARTIGOS

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