2021
Scientific Advice
Scientific advice for decision-makers is one way research and research results are translated into benefits for society. The COVID-19 crisis demonstrated how crucial it is for society to have access to skilled researchers from various disciplines who can advise on how to best manage crises.
2020
Research Funding: Changes and Consequences
Research funding is undergoing changes, with private foundations increasingly contributing. The Danish Council for Research and Innovation Policy (DFiR) has examined in this project what these changes mean for Danish research and society, and how to maximize the benefits of all funding sources.
Denmark’s Knowledge Trade Balance
The project aimed to provide an overview of Denmark’s international knowledge balance by highlighting, analyzing, and assessing the circulation of knowledge between Denmark and other countries.
2019
New Technology and Technology Policy
Denmark must lead the way in the green transition needed to address global societal challenges. Many view new technology as the solution to these challenges. But how do we ensure access to the necessary technology?
Careers in Research
A research career today is very different from what it was twenty years ago. In the "Careers in Research" project, DFiR examined how career paths have changed. The council has proposed six recommendations on how to continue developing attractive and effective career paths.
Target Groups for Innovation
The public innovation promotion efforts have long been targeted at small and medium-sized enterprises. Based on the target group project, DFiR has made nine recommendations on how more organizations could benefit from these efforts.
2018
World-Class Innovation
Things are going well: Denmark is ranked as an 'innovation leader' in the European assessment of countries' innovation capacity. However, there is potential to translate even more excellent research into innovation. The question is where to focus efforts and how?
2017
Researcher Mobility in Focus
Researcher mobility between sectors enhances the value of collaboration between businesses and universities, and it improves both the quality and relevance of research in both sectors. The Danish Council for Research and Innovation Policy has examined the added value that mobile researchers and research environments create.
2016
World-Class Knowledge
Danish research holds a leading international position in terms of research impact. The Danish Council for Research and Innovation Policy focuses on what has led to this position—and what Denmark needs to do to maintain it. Read more about the council’s project.