University - enterprise. Reflexions for its science technology and society (CTS) approach

Abstract

In the new Cuban economic model, the relationship between universities and companies is a priority. The restructuring and reintegration of the Cuban economy in the world market makes it necessary to adapt the concepts, approaches and methods of international debates by research institutions, where we include universities. It is not an abandonment of its function as a social institution, but rather a re-dimensioning of its relationship with companies, where local development is prioritized. The main objective of this work is to reveal some of its approaches that appear in highly specialized, fragmented and limited-dissemination bibliographies. For this, we will rely on the Studies of Science, Technology and Society (CTS), to provide a clearer and more understandable vision, which can be used for subsequent analysis, reflection and management in its essential aspects.