Science, technology and innovation for the development of Brazil

Abstract

This paper aims at presenting the national and international scientific context focusing not only on the historic background of Brazil and but also on the future perception of a new context to be built based on science, technology and innovation. It is demonstrated that Brazil can no longer depend only on the success of the recent years regarding the scientific production. It must also change, urgently and quickly, the level of technology and innovation. The paper tries to demonstrate that it is possible to improve the national competitiveness based on a consistent policy designed to emphasize science, technology and innovation. This policy requires, among other issues, a strong and permanent investment and an appropriate set of laws, which will allow the advance of research and innovation in the country. The paper also presents some recommendations for, on the one hand, overcome the hurdles and, on the other, help on the design of a consistent policy for the development of the country.