ESSAY
VOL. 9, NO. 1, PGS. 40–55
Science and Technology Policy in Colombia under the Government of the Historical Pact
Challenges and Structural Disruptions
Álvaro Zerda Sarmiento
Álvaro Zerda Sarmiento is Professor of Economics (retired) in the Faculty of Economics at the National University of Colombia.
The formulation of the science, technology and innovation (STI) policy of President Gustavo Petro’s government aims to go beyond the traditional conception of what is usually called “hegemonic science”, understood as the production of science for science’s sake. The focus of his perspective is that STI must be at the [...]
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COMMENTS
Maria Vasquez
02/01/2025
Translation:
What a difficult scenario the country faces for the implementation of policies that aim to change course and benefit communities (and not the same people as always). Hopefully, the balance in 2026 will be positive for Colombian people. Thank you Professor Zerda.