Abstract
A guide aimed at policy organisations who would like to develop Areas of Research Interest as a way to identify evidence needs and to support engagement with researchers.
Areas of Research Interest (ARI) are public expressions of research priorities and evidence needs. This guide, designed for policy organisation such as combined and local authorities, simplifies the ARI process, helping organisations navigate the steps involved with taking an ARI from ambition to action. It complements existing government guidance, drawing on a broader set of contexts and experiences from devolved nations, localities and regions. It also includes flexible and practical tools to support the process.
Within the guide you will find:
The 7 steps to develop an ARI, from initial decision to institutionalisation
Case studies from leading UK examples
An ‘ARI canvas’ tool to support the process of ARI development
Areas of Research Interest (ARI) are public expressions of research priorities and evidence needs. This guide, designed for policy organisation such as combined and local authorities, simplifies the ARI process, helping organisations navigate the steps involved with taking an ARI from ambition to action. It complements existing government guidance, drawing on a broader set of contexts and experiences from devolved nations, localities and regions. It also includes flexible and practical tools to support the process.
Within the guide you will find:
The 7 steps to develop an ARI, from initial decision to institutionalisation
Case studies from leading UK examples
An ‘ARI canvas’ tool to support the process of ARI development
| Original language | English |
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| Type | A Practical Guide |
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| Publisher | Capabilities in Academic Policy Engagement (CAPE) |
| Number of pages | 28 |
| Place of Publication | London |
| Publication status | Published - 10 Dec 2024 |