Research and innovation paper series (2024)

What kind of publications are included

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

Publications fallinto 3categories

  • 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

Research and innovation paper series (1)
  • Working document
  • Directorate-General for Research and Innovation

WP 2024/02 - This report proposes a framework aiming to assess the use of directionality in national R&I systems across the EU and beyond. It adopts a dual approach: a macro perspective using publicly available datasets, and a micro-level approach focusing on specific programmes.

Research and innovation paper series (2)
  • Working document
  • Directorate-General for Research and Innovation

Unveiling the transformative potential of the European framework programme for research and innovation

WP 2024/01 - This paper explores the European Framework Programme (FP) for Research and Innovation's (R&I) evolution over the last two decades, focusing on its integration of Transformative Innovation Policy (TIP) elements.

Research and innovation paper series (3)
  • Working document
  • Directorate-General for Research and Innovation

WP 2023/08 - This paper evaluates the causal impact of the Horizon 2020 Framework Programme for Research and Innovation on financial firm-level outcomes using a Difference-in-Differences (DiD) approach.

Research and innovation paper series (4)
  • 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.

Research and innovation paper series (5)
  • Working document
  • Directorate-General for Research and Innovation

WP 2023/06 - This paper assesses the importance of regional research capacities and assets, as well as intrinsic characteristics of the regions in defining success in the European R&I Framework Programme.

Research and innovation paper series (6)
  • Working document
  • Directorate-General for Research and Innovation

WP 2023/05 - The study provides evidence on system methods that can be used in the policy cycle to better address and understand complexity in transformative innovation. It provides concrete recommendations on how to use system-based methods in the R&I policy.

Research and innovation paper series (7)
  • 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.

Research and innovation paper series (8)
  • 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.

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Policy briefs and papers

Research and innovation paper series (9)
  • Report
  • Directorate-General for Research and Innovation

Why investing in research and innovation matters for a competitive, green, and fair Europe

This paper details why investing in research and innovation is crucial for a competitive, sustainable, and fair Europe.

Research and innovation paper series (10)
  • Report
  • Directorate-General for Research and Innovation

The added value of European investments in research and innovation

This paper details why investing in research and innovation is crucial for a competitive, sustainable, and fair Europe.

Research and innovation paper series (11)
  • Report
  • Directorate-General for Research and Innovation

The transformative nature of the European Framework Programme for Research and Innovation

This study assesses the evolution of the European R&I Framework Programme, focusing on its integration of transformative innovation policy (TIP) to tackle societal challenges and foster deep societal transformation.

Research and innovation paper series (12)
  • Report
  • Directorate-General for Research and Innovation

Experimenting with transformative innovation policy: Theoretical and practical perspectives

This study explores how the public sector case support experimentation for transformative innovation. It provides a set of recommendations on how to further support policy experimentation.

  • Report
  • Directorate-General for Research and Innovation

European missions: Delivering on Europe’s strategic priorities

An analysis on whether EU missions will be crucial instruments to deliver the paradigm shift that this Commission has set out to achieve

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Literature review

Research and innovation paper series (13)
  • Report
  • Directorate-General for Research and Innovation

Issue 2023/Q3-4 – This edition provides a comprehensive overview of the latest analysis on the importance of competitiveness and skills in the modern economy.

Research and innovation paper series (14)
  • Report
  • Directorate-General for Research and Innovation

Issue 2023/Q2 – This edition provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of AI applications in research and innovation, ranging from opportunities and risks, to challenges.

Research and innovation paper series (15)
  • Report
  • Directorate-General for Research and Innovation

Issue 2023/Q1 – This edition covers recent empirical evidence on the impact of R&I tax incentives on a wide set of firm level outcomes, spillover effects and cross-border effects.

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