Scientific production in Humanities and Social Sciences and its contribution to Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being) in Colombian universities

Producción científica en Humanidades y Ciencias Sociales y su contribución al Objetivo de Desarrollo Sostenible 3 (Salud y Bienestar) en universidades colombianas

Abstract

Introduction: Scientific production in Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) plays a strategic role in addressing social determinants of health. Objective: Analyze the scientific production in Humanities and Social Sciences of Colombian universities associated with ACOFAHCS and its contribution to Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being). Design and setting: Observational, quantitative, descriptive-analytical study using GrupLAC records (2014–2021). Methods: Analysis of product typologies, SDG orientation, academic training, internationalization, and policy alignment. Results: SDG 3 accounted for 2 917 products, ranking third among SDGs. Groups with doctoral-level researchers and international collaboration showed higher productivity. Conclusion: HSS research substantially contributes to SDG 3 through psychosocial and public health approaches, though challenges remain in innovation and knowledge transfer.