Technological Initiatives to Promote Science Growth in Mozambique

Abstract

Deploying NREN infrastructures is considered a crucial step for fostering Science and Technology in Africa as it will allow to support advanced services for sharing science. For managing science components and players, the Current Research Information System (CRIS) has been proposed and adopted internationally. Understanding these concepts and applying them in the science ecosystem of developing countries will allow to foster science management in these countries, saving years of progress. Facing the above, this paper discusses the challenges and strategies for the implementation of technological platforms for accessing science, taking Mozambique and its NREN as the primary goal. Answering questions such as “What is the current state of Science and Technology in Mozambique? What are the challenges and strategies to put Mozambique a step forward in science development?” is the aim of this research work. The proposals envisioned in this paper are sustained by the analysis of worldwide initiatives and recommendations regarding open access to science, CRIS inputs, the Portuguese and African context, and the Mozambican science and education ecosystem. This work also aims to provide insights for other developing countries by identifying good practices and international cooperation opportunities.