EVALUATION OF RESEARCH NETWORK PERFORMANCE: THE CASE OF THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE, INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY IN HEALTH – INCT-CITECS

Abstract

Research networks are an organizational form which enhance actions, articulating different competencies. This study aimed to evaluate the overall performance of the National Institute of Science, Innovation and Technology in Health (Citecs) in 2009 and 2010. For the analysis, a matrix was created. It was composed of 21 indicators grouped into four components: (1) Strengthening of the network, (2) Knowledge transfer, (3) Research, (4) Training. The results showed that Citecs achieved its goals, increased its activities in the four components. In this period, the following indicators were highlighted, due to their significant rise: peer reviewed papers in collaboration; scientific support to health policies; science education activities, and undergraduate student in science program supervision. The methods used in this evaluation may be adapted to assess other research networks with similar objectives.