Knowledge produced by UNIMONTES research groups (2007-2010)

Abstract

Universities contribute to disseminate knowledge, either through research or hand training of skilled labor. This knowledge is essential, especially in localities, regions and countries that are not considered developed, unable to welfare. Thus, the role of universities is essential in these environments. The State University of Montes Claros – UNIMONTES has over 50 years in the North of Minas Gerais. Its work impacts more than 300 municipalities, through the training of human resources or through the development of research. Many of these initiatives are linked to 35 research groups at the University, covering almost all areas of knowledge, and have more than 386 researchers as members, of which 176 are doctors. Much remains to be developed, but these groups have produced articles and made possible the rise of these guidelines, dissertations and monographs. In short, it generates knowledge that can greatly contribute to the promotion of regional development. The first item of this article presents theoretical discussion about the importance of institutions to promote development and knowledge through dynamic processes of growth and development of technologies as well as the discussion on the role of universities in this process. The second item presents the data analysis of the research groups of UNIMONTES, subdivided in their fields of knowledge.