Evolution and Trends in Research on Land Administration and Cadastre

Abstract

: Over time, the relationship between people and land, the primary function of the cadastre, began to require new demands, enabling countries to structure land administration systems not only technical-organizational, but also directed to meet other needs of society, such as reducing social inequality and environmental monitoring. The theory of modern land administration has had its importance recognized, from the point of view of socioeconomic-environmental development, but its scientific nature is still discussed.   Involving social aspects (history, culture, economy, environment) and information and technology systems, the studies on the themes require the understanding of concepts that need to be consolidated and well understood. In this sense, this work aimed to expose and discuss the essential concepts that need to be considered for the development of research projects in this area. It also presents researchers' questions about the scientific character of land administration, based on the indicators used in determining areas of scientific knowledge. In addition, the results of research on methodologies applied in cadastre and land administration research projects, as well as the trends identified in current research, are important for the development of future projects. Finally, based on these studies, a review of research carried out in Brazil was conducted to present an overview of what has been the object of scientific production in this area. It is hoped that this work will bring contributions to future research in the area of land administration.