Date: October 28th and 29th 2010
Location: UFMG Rectory Auditorium

NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY – INCTs: new perspectives for the advancement of science in Brazil

On the initiative of the Institute for Advanced Transdisciplinary Studies IEAT of UFMG, PRPq/UFMG and FAPEMIG, the INCT’s Seminar revealed the clear need to think about and adopt transdisciplinary concepts and practices in the search for solutions to complex problems and proposals for actions and products for the full development of human society, considering the conservation and sustainable use of natural resources. The event aimed to strengthen relationships between the INCTs and their partners inside and outside the academic world, demonstrating the importance of jointly planning lines of action and establishing common goals to achieve the objectives and goals of each of the INCTs. Furthermore, in addition to strengthening interactions between groups that are already involved in ongoing projects, the proposed seminar also sought to result in the establishment of new partnerships.