Formation for innovation in Biological Sciences:

analysis of disciplines and perception of graduates

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/1982-57652024v29id278547

Keywords:

biological sciences, graduate programs, innovation, masters and doctors, scientists

Abstract

This study sought evidence related to the training of masters and doctors in the broad field of Biological Sciences to work with innovation. It is a descriptive and exploratory study with a qualitative-quantitative methodological approach. The disciplines offered in the postgraduate programs of this broad field were analyzed, as well as the responses of 5,186 graduates who answered a questionnaire about their professional training in Brazilian postgraduate programs. The results indicate the existence of initiatives and successful examples related to innovation and entrepreneurship in the academic environment, but these seem to be exceptions. In general, the programs offered few disciplines, activities, and initiatives to prepare students to work with innovation processes and environments.

 

Author Biographies

  • Larissa Medeiros, Instituto Nacional de Tecnologia

    Doutora em Ciências (Gestão, Educação e Difusão em Ciências) pela Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ). Analista em Ciência e Tecnologia na Coordenação de História da Ciência e Tecnologia do Museu de Astronomia e Ciências Afins (MAST).

  • Jacqueline Leta, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro

    Doutora em Ciências (Gestão, Educação e Difusão em Ciências) pela Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ). Pesquisadora do Instituto de Bioquímica Médica (UFRJ) e docente permanente do Programa de Pós-Graduação em Química Biológica.

Published

2025-03-31

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How to Cite

Formation for innovation in Biological Sciences: : analysis of disciplines and perception of graduates. Avaliação: Revista da Avaliação da Educação Superior, Campinas; Sorocaba, SP, v. 29, p. e024012, 2025. DOI: 10.1590/1982-57652024v29id278547. Disponível em: https://submission.scielo.br/index.php/aval/article/view/278547. Acesso em: 19 apr. 2025.