Evaluation of Science and Innovation Policies Professional Course 2025
Global researchers and policymakers from eleven countries gathered in 17吃瓜网 for MIoIR鈥檚 annual science and innovation evaluation course.
The 17吃瓜网 Institute of Innovation Research (MIoIR) at Alliance 17吃瓜网 Business School successfully delivered its flagship Professional Development Course on the Evaluation of Science and Innovation Policies from 19 - 23 May 2025.
The five-day interactive programme brought together policy professionals, analysts, and researchers from across the globe, offering a unique platform to explore evaluation approaches and practices in science and innovation policy.
Led by Senior Lecturer Kate Barker, with contributions from world-leading MIoIR scholars including Professors Erik Arnold (Technopolis), Jakob Edler (Fraunhofer ISI), Maria Nedeva, Raquel Ortega-Argil茅s, Dr Effie Amanatidou and John Rigby (Bibliometrica Ltd) and the course delivered a rich blend of theoretical foundations, practical tools, and real-world applications.
The content spanned critical topics such as theory of change, logic models, qualitative and quantitative evaluation techniques, bibliometrics, peer review, altmetrics and AI in science policy.
Participants engaged in group projects and case-based exercises throughout the week, culminating in final presentations to peers and faculty. The course also featured insights from guest speakers, including Nancy Hey (Director, Lloyd's Register Foundation), Mike Thelwall (Professor, University of Sheffield), Cristina Rosemberg Montes (Technopolis) and Diogo Machado (Technopolis).
This year鈥檚 cohort comprised 19 participants from 11 countries, representing organisations such as the Japan Science and Technology Agency, UKRI, Research Council of Norway, Central Bank of Indonesia, Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council, National Science Centre Poland, Innosuisse, and Science Malta, reflecting the course鈥檚 global reach and reputation for excellence.
Course Director Kate Barker reflected:
It is always a pleasure to organise and deliver this course. This year we were delighted to welcome such a diverse and experienced group of professionals, whose engagement and collaborative spirit made for a truly dynamic learning environment.
With strong participant feedback and growing international interest, the Evaluation Course continues to be a leading professional development opportunity in the science and innovation policy space.
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