ABSTRACT
The concept of the Industrial Economic Complex of Health (Ceis) interrelates with the concept of translational research as it brings the scientific and technological development of the academic-productive system closer to the use of knowledge by the society. The traditional ‘triple helix’ concept is extended to include the social use of innovation providing concrete results for the health sector. In this broad conception, the translational dimension was privileged: the need for formation of the strategic agenda, technological platforms, induction of specialization in science and technology institutions, transformation of technology transfer into innovation capacity with results for universal access within the Unified Health System (SUS). Translational research includes, in one single strategy, the knowledge and the production of goods and services required for health and welfare, yet making them accessible for the society, articulating the context of scientific, academic and industrial development in the country. This paper is aimed at explaining the reference concept: reducing health vulnerability, allowing knowledge to reach the citizens and setting the agenda for research and innovation.
KEYWORDS
Health policy; Translational medical research; Diffusion of innovation; Public health