KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH: A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF RESEARCH GROUPS IN BRAZIL/PORTUGAL
Keywords:
Knowledge Management, Scientific Research, International Comparison, Brazil, PortugalAbstract
Knowledge management (KM) has become a strategic factor for the development and improvement of scientific research, as it facilitates the organization, sharing, and efficient use of information generated in research groups. This study compares KM practices in research groups in Brazil and Portugal, aiming to identify similarities, differences, and critical factors that influence scientific productivity and innovation. The methodology adopted combines an integrated literature review and semi-structured interviews with researchers coordinating research groups from both countries. The results indicate that, while Portuguese groups show greater integration with digital knowledge management platforms and policies to encourage international collaboration, Brazilian groups stand out for their thematic diversity and resilience in the face of technological infrastructure limitations. It is concluded that strengthening knowledge management practices, coupled with the creation of more systematized and valued institutional policies, significantly contributes to the efficiency and visibility of scientific production, promoting the consolidation of collaborative networks and knowledge transfer.
