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Return on Investment in R&D Global Research Challenge
Executive Summary
This opportunity seeks empirical research to quantify the return on investment in R&D, aiming to provide data-driven evidence to guide future public and private funding strategies. Applicants should focus on rigorous methodologies that can influence high-level investment decision-making across global innovation ecosystems.
Expected Launch
September 2026
Funding Body
Innovate UK
Eligible Applicants
SME, Large, RTO, Academic, Charity
Funding Available & Project Rates
£2 million total fund; maximum award to be confirmed.
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Target Sectors
digital technologybiotechnologyadvanced manufacturingclean energyhealthcare
Technology Scope
R&D economicsinnovation policyinvestment modellingempirical researchimpact assessment
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Competition Scope & Overview
This coordinated funding opportunity with a consortium of international partners aims to spur rigorous, empirical studies that can narrow the range of existing estimates and inform public and private R&D investment decisions.