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Gender Gap in Patents: The Case of the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul/Brazil

In: Human-Centred Technology Management for a Sustainable Future

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  • Vitória Maria Serafim

    (Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul)

  • Fernanda Maciel Reichert

    (Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul)

  • Sara Falcão Casaca

    (Universidade de Lisboa)

Abstract

This study investigates the participation of women scientists in patents granted to the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) to uncover gender disparities in innovation. Using a descriptive methodology and analysing 217 patents granted until July 2023, the results reveal a gender disparity, with women representing only 37.39% of patent contributors. Particularly in all-female teams, women's involvement is scarce at 7.16%, highlighting lasting challenges. The study emphasises the prevalence of men in teams, defending gender-inclusive measures in research and innovation. The findings hold significance for institutions seeking to enhance gender balance in innovation, offering a nuanced perspective on challenges and opportunities specific to academic patenting.

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  • Vitória Maria Serafim & Fernanda Maciel Reichert & Sara Falcão Casaca, 2024. "Gender Gap in Patents: The Case of the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul/Brazil," Springer Proceedings in Business and Economics, in: Ricardo Zimmermann & José Coelho Rodrigues & Ana Simoes & Gustavo Dalmarco (ed.), Human-Centred Technology Management for a Sustainable Future, pages 209-216, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:prbchp:978-3-031-72486-2_22
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-72486-2_22
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