Dynamics of the scientific production of professors at the Faculty of Social Sciences of the University of Cienfuegos in Cuba

Abstract

The research focuses its analysis on the scientific production of the professors of the Faculty of Social Sciences of the University of Cienfuegos during the period 2019-2023, highlighting their contribution to topics of social and cultural relevance. Using a quantitative, retrospective and descriptive bibliometric approach, we examine the publications made by these academics, who mostly disseminate their research in original articles written in Spanish. These publications are concentrated in academic journals published by universities and research centers in Cuba, Spain and Ecuador, which reflects the solid connection of the professors with highly prestigious institutions in these countries. The main thematic lines addressed include the protection and promotion of Cuban cultural heritage, socio-ecological resilience, communication for development, political and historical sciences in Cuba, gender perspective, and Science, Technology and Society studies. These topics are not only fundamental to the Cuban context, but also have a significant impact at the global level, demonstrating the commitment of researchers to issues of great contemporary importance. The study concludes with the identification of strengths in the quality and relevance of the research conducted, as well as in the ability of teachers to contribute to the development of their fields of study. However, it also highlights the need to improve the international visibility of this research, which represents a key opportunity to raise the global recognition of the academic work carried out at the faculty.