O ecossistema de inovação de Dourados e o papel da UFGD como impulsionadora da inovação

Abstract

The Dourados innovation ecosystem, located in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil, is constantly developing and has shown potential to boost the local and regional economy. Dourados is a city that has stood out for its environment conducive to innovation, with several initiatives and institutions that encourage entrepreneurship and creativity. The research object is the Innovation Ecosystem of Dourados, and, from this, investigate the role of the Federal University of Grande Dourados (UFGD) within this ecosystem. Therefore, the study begins with a bibliographical review, with the aim of analyzing publications that address the five helix models. To analyze the role of UFGD within this ecosystem, this study was complemented by exploratory research, through a qualitative case study, interviewing the Director of the University and researching primary data in documents relating to this available in the Dourados Innovation Ecosystem. Dourados' innovation ecosystem presents a dynamic and diverse environment, with the potential to attract talent, investment and generate a positive impact on the local economy, boosting the sustainable development of the region. Higher education institutions such as UFGD play a fundamental role in generating knowledge and training professionals capable of innovation