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WP 2024/02 - This report proposes a framework aiming to assess the use of directionality in national R&I systems across the EU and beyond. It adopts a dual approach: a macro perspective using publicly available datasets, and a micro-level approach focusing on specific programmes.

WP 2024/01 - This paper explores the European Framework Programme (FP) for Research and Innovation's (R&I) evolution over the last two decades, focusing on its integration of Transformative Innovation Policy (TIP) elements.

WP 2023/08 - This paper evaluates the causal impact of the Horizon 2020 Framework Programme for Research and Innovation on financial firm-level outcomes using a Difference-in-Differences (DiD) approach.

WP 2023/07 - This paper argues that portfolio theory provides a powerful tool to make research funding decisions. It allows for an informed management decision process, also in the presence of project interdependencies and multiple policy objectives.

WP 2023/06 - This paper assesses the importance of regional research capacities and assets, as well as intrinsic characteristics of the regions in defining success in the European R&I Framework Programme.

WP 2023/05 - The study provides evidence on system methods that can be used in the policy cycle to better address and understand complexity in transformative innovation. It provides concrete recommendations on how to use system-based methods in the R&I policy.

WP 2023/04 - This paper provides new insights into the role of Artificial Intelligence in scientific research across various domains of science.

WP 2023/03 - This paper studies the relationship between knowledge complexity and countries' technological dependency, with a focus on the EU's position vis-à-vis other major economies.

WP 2023/02 - This paper analyses how European R&I policy contributes to the sustainability agenda and embed some of the key features of transformative innovation policies.