Knowledge 4 Policy Portal – European Commission

Knowledge4Policy (K4P) is the EU Commission’s platform for evidence-based policymaking. Our goal: to bridge the science-policy gap by bringing together evidence for policy from scientists across Europe, to policymakers across Europe. Here, you will find: high quality, relevant and scientifically robust knowledge created and curated by 19 teams of European Commission scientists content and interfaces specially created and tailored for policymakers a…

Evidence-informed Policymaking: A pathway to increasing trust in democratic institutions and boosting competitiveness

The project ‘Building capacity for evidence-informed policymaking in governance and public administration in a post-pandemic Europe’ was inspired by the need of Member States to respond to complex policy issues requiring specialised knowledge, such as the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic led to a widespread recognition in governments that the use of evidence in advising policy…

Trust as a Governance Challenge for Science-for-Policy Ecosystems – Independent Expert Report – Horizon Europe

Mutual Learning Exercise on Bridging the Gap Between Science and Policy – 4th Thematic Report This is the fourth thematic report produced as part of the Mutual Learning Exercise on Bridging the Gap Between Science and Policy. It is framed by a discussion paper on Trust as a Governance Challenge for Science-for-Policy Ecosystems and incorporates…

IANUS – Inspiring and Anchoring Trust in Science

Inspiring and Anchoring Trust in Science, Research and Innovation The IANUS project strengthens warranted trust in science, research and innovation at a systemic level by encouraging participation in research as a co-creative and inclusive process, sensitive to societal values, concerns and needs. Value-driven research means that researchers are engaged and sensitive to societal needs and…

VERITY – Trust in Science

VERITY is a pioneering project dedicated to understanding and enhancing trust in science. Through rigorous research and collaboration with stakeholders, we develop a ‘Protocol of Recommendations’ to guide stewards of trust – be they institutions, groups, or individuals – in fostering confidence in scientific findings and encouraging better informed decision-making. Our interdisciplinary approach ensures that…

Poiesis Project – Tackling Societal Mistrust in Science

Probing the impact of integrity and integration on societal trust in science. POIESIS project brings together seven partners from across Europe, who will study the impact of research integrity issues and societal engagement practices on trust in science. As societal dependence on sound scientific research and responsible innovation has become increasingly visible, concerns about public…

Assessing the effectiveness and successful implementation of science-for-policy ecosystems: Mutual Learning Exercise – Third Thematic Report

The European Commission launched a Mutual Learning Exercise on ‘Bridging the Gap Between Science and Policy’. This Thematic Report focuses on the first discussion topic about fostering knowledge-sharing within and among Science for Policy (S4P) actors. The report highlights the need to frame S4P in the broader context of knowledge-for-policy (K4P) and it introduces key…

JRC: Science-for-policy ecosystems through the eyes of professionals

This Joint Research Centre science for policy (S4P) report explores the perceived challenges for establishing and maintaining a well-functioning science–policy interface in the EU. To gather this information, a survey was conducted with around 500 S4P professionals from 22 EU Member States. Respondents to the survey identified a fragmented S4P ecosystem and lack of meeting…

Science advice to policymakers – Roles, enabling conditions and incentives: Mutual learning exercise on bridging the gap between science and policy: second thematic report

This thematic report focuses on the role of science advice in policymaking. By analysing key characteristics of actors, functions and roles, competencies and skills, and incentives it aims to support the description and analysis of national science-for-policy (S4P) ecosystems. This report provides a shared perspective on these ecosystems, helping countries map their systems, identify best practices,…

The European Strategy and Policy Analysis System – ESPAS

The European Strategy and Policy Analysis System (ESPAS) is an inter-institutional EU process promoting foresight and anticipatory governance. It brings together nine EU institutions and bodies who are committed to thinking longer term about the challenges and opportunities facing Europe and, through foresight, to support policy-makers to make the right policy choices.

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