INNOVATION NETWORKS IN THE PERIPHERAL-IMMATURE CONTEXT: AN ANALYSIS OF DATA ON PATENTS GRANTED IN MARANHÃO, BRAZIL

Abstract

The present study analyzes innovation networks in the peripheral context, discussing the challenges and opportunities for technological and social development in regions with less infrastructure and resources. Data were collected from patents filed in the state of Maranhão and other states in northeastern Brazil between 2011 and 2021. The data were collected from the National Institute of Industrial Property. The text addresses the dynamics of innovation in peripheral spaces, considering structural, institutional and cultural factors that influence the formation of these networks. Strategies used to overcome limitations are highlighted, such as collaboration between local actors, the use of accessible technology, and the adaptation of innovation models traditionally applied to urban centers. The study contributes to the understanding of the potential of innovation in the peripheries, emphasizing the importance of institutional support and the development of public policies to strengthen these networks.