Representação da investigação em geociências para Portugal no ano de 2023: posicionamento e futuros desafios

ABSTRACT: This study carries out a mapping of research topics in geosciences within the context of Portugal for the year 2023. The data for this analysis are sourced from 11 Research Centres and 4 other entities whose missions include research as their main objective. A bibliometric analysis is performed using the SCOPUS database for a sample of 103 researchers, with data collected in May 2023. A focus group is used, qualitatively assessing advanced or specialized knowledge about geoscience research in Portugal. Future constraints and challenges were highlighted, particularly with regard to changing research priorities and access to research funding. Guidelines for research in geosciences are presented from an ex-post point of view and in accordance with the instruments and research focuses in the European Union, namely those foreseen for Horizon 2030. The discussion raises ex-ante questions for the consolidation of geosciences in research centers and the expansion of knowledge to be produced by researchers.