O papel estratégico do núcleo de inovação tecnológica da UESPI na gestão da política de desenvolvimento científico, tecnológico, de inovação e empreendedorismo

Abstract

This study analyzes the strategic role of the Technological Innovation Center (NIT) at the State University of Piauí (UESPI) in managing the institutional policy for scientific, technological, innovation, and entrepreneurship development. The research addresses the question: how does NIT/UESPI contribute to the implementation of this policy? The general objective is to understand its role as a key liaison between the university, government, and the productive sector. A quanti-qualitative approach was adopted, including documentary research, a case study, and fieldwork involving managers and professors associated with the center. The results indicate that NIT/UESPI plays a relevant role in fostering a culture of innovation, protecting intellectual property, and strengthening ties between academia and industry. However, it faces challenges related to limited human and structural resources. It is concluded that the NIT is essential to consolidating the entrepreneurial university model and promoting regional development. Investments in training, infrastructure, and institutional strengthening are necessary to enhance its effectiveness.