Educação física e produção científica em Alagoas: uma análise histórica nos anais do CONBRACE (1979–2023)

Abstract

Scientific culture, as an expression of historically produced knowledge, refers not only to the creation of knowledge itself, but also to how it is systematized, disseminated, and socially appropriated. In the field of Physical Education, understanding the dynamics of scientific production in different regional contexts is essential to identify the specificities, advances, and challenges of this area of knowledge. This perspective justifies the interest in analyzing Alagoas’ presence in the annals of the Brazilian Congress of Sport Sciences (CONBRACE). Among the data collected, it is noteworthy that all identified works from Alagoas were affiliated with the Federal University of Alagoas (UFAL), highlighting the central role of this institution in the development of Physical Education research in the state. Furthermore, the data showed a significant increase in the participation of researchers from Alagoas, especially in the last three editions of the congress (2019–2023). A strong presence of certain individuals and academic groups was also identified, pointing to a production that remains concentrated, although expanding. The analysis revealed convergences with previous investigations into scientific production in the Northeast region, reinforcing the importance of expanding research beyond metropolitan centers and strengthening the connection between institutional policy and scientific culture. It is concluded that the trajectory of Physical Education in Alagoas within CONBRACE represents a relevant indicator of the consolidation of a distinct scientific identity in the state, while also exposing challenges related to the diversification and expansion of this production.