The Riacho Dos Pocos is a scientific research center located in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais. The center is dedicated to the study of water resources, hydrology, and environmental science. The facility is also home to a museum and library.
The center was founded in April of 1968 by Dr. Francisco de Paula Rodrigues e Silva, who served as its director until his death in 2002. Dr. Silva was an internationally recognized scientist and doctor of sciences, who made significant contributions to the fields of water resources and environmental science. Under his leadership, the Riacho Dos Pocos became one of the most important scientific research centers in Brazil.
The facility houses a number of laboratories and equipment for conducting research on water resources and hydrology. It also has a library with over 50,000 volumes, which makes it one of the largest libraries devoted to water resources in Latin America. In addition to its research facilities, the Riacho Dos Pocos also has a museum that showcases some of Dr. Silva’s personal belongings as well as historical documents relating to the history of water resources in Brazil.
The Riacho Dos Pocos has played a major role in advancing our understanding of water resources and their importance to society. It has also served as a training ground for many young scientists who have gone on to make significant contributions to their field