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Welcome to Innovation & Research Caucus

Informing the research and innovation system through academic insight

About us

Using robust evidence to support UKRI, the Innovation and Research Caucus develops evidence-led research and innovation policies, strategies and decision-making, providing insights into what works, where and why. Working with the wider academic community and our funders to create a thriving innovation ecosystem.

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People

Place

Ticket to impact: estimating the impact of public transport infrastructure for research productivity

August 18, 2026

Report

Place

Exploring the Link between Publicly Funded R&D Collaborations and Regional Technological Development

August 13, 2026

Research Paper

Innovation

The Contribution of Innovate UK to UK Firm Performance: The Effects of Innovate UK Funding on Firm-Level Total Factor Productivity

July 30, 2026

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Insight to Impact: A Celebration of IRC Research

August 14, 2026

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How to prepare for your first meeting with a policymaker

August 4, 2026

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Ideas on How to Summarise Research Insights for Innovation and Research Ecosystem Stakeholders

August 4, 2026

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Inclusive Innovation: The Challenge for UK City-regions – a blog summary

April 28, 2026

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