Perspectivas y retos de la ciencia mexicana

Abstract

This article analyzes the situation, prospects and challenges of Mexican science. It is divided into six paragraphs: 1. Context and brief diagnosis. 2. Political science: the global context. 3. Growth: the educational system and the research system. 4. Consolidation of the Mexican system: Universities and research networks. 5. Budget and planning. 6. Impact of linkage with industry, economy and society. Keywords: science, scientific, political science, technology.