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Research and innovation

Research and innovation paper series

Working papers, policy briefs and literature reviews produced by the Commission's research and innovation department

What kind of publications are included

This collection encompasses the evidence-based analytical papers of the Commission's research and innovation department, including in collaboration with other Commission departments.

Publications fall into 3 categories

  • working papers - analytical reports to underpin research and innovation policymaking by the Commission
  • policy briefs - short notes to inform discussions on research and innovation policy and stimulate debate
  • quarterly research and innovation literature reviews - brief summaries of recent publications on economics and research and innovation policy.

Working papers

  • Working document
  • Directorate-General for Research and Innovation

Being right or fair - A portfolio approach to research funding

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.

  • Working document
  • Directorate-General for Research and Innovation

Trends in the use of AI in science

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

  • Working document
  • Directorate-General for Research and Innovation

The global position of the EU in complex technologies

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.

Policy briefs and papers

Literature review