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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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Research Paper

Impacts on Regional Growth and Policy Effectiveness: Addressing Barriers to Digital and Sustainable Adoption in West Midlands Manufacturing SMEs

March 11, 2026

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Research Paper

Innovation

Research

Mapping the Innovation and Commercialisation Infrastructure for Robotics and Autonomous Systems (RAS) in the UK

March 2, 2026

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Research Paper

Innovation

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UK Doctoral Graduates’ Contribution to Innovation

February 23, 2026

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Latest News & Updates

The Future of Business Growth Prediction: Bridging econometrics and machine learning approaches

February 24, 2026

A research companion you can play – The Slingshot: An AI Start-up Simulation

February 19, 2026

IRC GtR+ Secondary Data Analysis Funding Call – The Winning Projects

December 3, 2025

IRC Flex Fund Round 3 – The Winners!

November 28, 2025

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