The Overseas Development Institute has highlighted 10 ways in which research can be more effective in influencing public policies.
This includes knowing what, who, and when you want to influence; building relationships; planning and focussing your ideas; and evaluation. Click here for the full document.
How does research influence public policy?
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Portrait Concert featuring BU academic at L’Espace du Son Festival 2025, Brussels
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European research project exploring use of ‘virtual twins’ to better manage metabolic associated fatty liver disease