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December 2012
Interim evaluation & assessment of future options for Science in Society Actions
Assessment of future options
Final Report - Annexes
Interim evaluation & assessment of future options for Science in Society Actions i
Table of Contents
Annex A - The Public Consultation Process: The Questionnaire 1
Annex B - The Public Consultation Process: Experts for the Pretest 6
Annex C - The Public Consultation Survey: The Results 7
Annex D - The Public Consultation Process: Workshop 1: The Programme 66
Annex E - The Public Consultation Process: Workshop 1: The Participants 67
Annex F – The Impact Assessment Workshop 2: The Programme 70
Annex G – The Impact Assessment Workshop 2: The Participants 71
Annex H - Indicators for future evaluation and assessment exercises for Science in society actions 73
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Annex A - The Public Consultation Process: The Questionnaire
A.1 Statements developed for the different SiS topics
A.1.1 Ethics
1. The notion that “responsible development” (i.e. considering ELSA in product development) is also a way to improve the coproduction of innovations and contributes to market success is widely accepted among EU companies.
2. The awareness of ethical issues among EU researchers will rise across all scientific fields (incl. SSH) and these will be mandatorily demonstrated in all EU applications.
3. The provisions in publicly funded research projects to conduct ethically sound science will
increase.
4. The majority of EU researchers considers Ethical, Legal and Social Aspects (ELSA) not to be a “harassment” or an external control over research activities but as fundamental means of conducting research.
5. An EU Ethics Framework for responsible research and innovation, based on fundamental ethical principles and European values will be implemented in coordination with relevant international organizations.
6. Religious organisations, nongovernmental organisations and social media platforms that address human rights will become central actors in decision making processes and design of future science policy and research.
7. An EU wide charter on ethical and social considerations will be drafted that takes into account the different issues among scientific fields (e.g. issues in SSH are different to those in Biochemistry).
8. An effective structure of local/national/EU ethical committees to assess and to approve research projects by transparent and commonly agreed ethical standards will be implemented.
9. The notion of Ethics in European research will be substituted by a broader concept of “Responsible Research and Innovation” that emphasises wider societal issues (such as equity, sustainability, etc.).
A.1.2 Gender
1. All relevant actors in science (councils, research institutes, etc. ) will increase in their decision-making bodies the proportion of women to at least 40%.
2. The recruitment processes for jobs in science are completely transparent in how merit is assessed and selection process functions.
3. It is a common standard at EU and member state level to request information about gender aspects in research content as part of project selection process.
4. All universities and research organisations in Europe dispose of gender action plans in order to recruit and retain more women for science.
5. The total share of female researchers in the EU will be raised to 45 percent
6. All members of project assessment panels are given training to raise their awareness of possible gender bias in selection process
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7. The early integration of gender aspects in research leads to more innovative approaches and improved quality of methods and outcomes, enabling also companies in Europe to realize a competitive advantage.
8. The working conditions in research do not longer require all-embracing full time engagement but allow alternative career paths too.
9. Regulatory organisations developing research related standards, e.g. CONSORT, take a lead role in establishing criteria for integration of sex/gender analysis in research, including when reporting results.
A.1.3 Governance
1. All stakeholders (not only sciences-related communities, but also the general public, NGOs, industry, etc.) are involved in a meaningful way in the development of research priorities, including broadly based consensus-building processes.
2. SiS aspects are firmly integrated into the selection process of funding programmes of the EC (and not separated from technology development programmes).
3. Society’s interest in and knowledge of techno-scientific issues has increased significantly, which is a prerequisite for broad public participation.
4. Common guidelines including the formulation of good practices regarding the dimensions of SiS are adopted in the ERA ensuring responsible research and innovation.
5. An integrated European Research Area has been established and its principles of international cooperation and exchange with third countries are actively followed.
6. Scientific advice and expertise in policy-making processes aiming to strengthen the European science system are taken into account in a transparent and inclusive way.
7. The number of European universities entertaining institutionalised relationships with the business sector (e.g., adequate representation of businesses on advisory boards of universities) has doubled.
8. Knowledge exchange between universities and the society at large is an integral element of universities’ duties.
A.1.4 Open Access
1. 100% of the publications of publicly funded research in Europe has been made available via Open Access (OA).
2. OA is a policy priority and corresponding actions have been implemented in all Member States.
3. The majority of researchers is aware of what OA means and they can make the choice whether to use it or not for themselves.
4. All existing decentral repositories can be accessed via a unified interoperable European search portal (prerequisites are unified meta-data and document standards).
5. The use of creative common licenses or similar mechanisms is broadly established.
6. The idea to publish on paper is an idea of the past. Printed journals do not exist anymore, all publications are digital (whether Open Access or not).
7. Research data, related to a concrete publication or as raw data, is mostly made accessible via Open Access
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A.1.5 Public Engagement
1. The general public will take an active part in decision making processes regarding research topics (direction) and appraisal of publicly funded projects (appropriateness).
2. Public engagement will become a key aspect for evaluating individual researchers and research organizations and it will have a similar importance as publications, conference papers etc.
3. A governance model for "upstream public engagement" will emerge, that provides for universal public engagement.
4. Every publicly funded research project is obliged to publish its results in a citizen oriented way.
5. The rate of EU citizens participating in the activities of a CSO dealing with science and technology related issues will rise to 15% (2010: 7%).
6. "Responsible Development" that takes into account economic circumstances, social perceptions, political and cultural frameworks and ethical compatibility will become a key concept in R&D processes.
7. Social platforms will be promoted and consolidated to broaden the scientific interest of the civil society and to increase input for the development of responsible strategic research agendas.
8. The competencies of the general public for science and technology appraisal (understanding political/ power and ethical, environmental, legal and societal aspects) will increase.
A.1.6 Science Communication
1. All research outputs will be required to include a lay summary describing the research rationale, methodology, results, any lessons learned and a more prospective statement about the significance and possible implications of the work.
2. Science Communication will be an integral part of the duties of all European scientists.
3. Collaborative forms of public – science interaction through web based technologies (blogs, wikis, text editing, etc.) will become standard procedures before and after publication of research results.
4. The great majority of European research funders will have made science communication obligatory and a condition of funding.
5. European research will be evaluated, in part at least, in terms of its success in science communication.
6. Professional and target group specific dissemination activities will take up significant parts of the budget in publicly funded research projects.
7. New tools, guidelines and training courses assure that most researchers are successful science communicators and most research reaches a mass audience.
8. A much greater proportion of European citizens will routinely interacting with the scientific community, with the traditional separation of professional and public eliminated by the explosion in new social media.
A.1.7 Science Education
1. The number of young people entering careers in science, research and technology will increase significantly due to government actions concerning science education (e.g. National Action Plans).
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2. Due to a focus on secondary school’s science-teaching pedagogy towards Inquiry Based Science Education (IBSE), the number of young people choosing science subjects at universities will increase significantly.
3. Inquiry-based teaching will be implemented as the standard science teaching and learning method in the majority of secondary schools in Europe.
4. (Almost) all European universities offer children universities to provide scientific lectures for children.
5. The interest for science and its practice at a young age will be raised due to more science activities such as science centers, science museums or class room projects.
6. The number of companies offering partnerships between industry, schools, and research organisations to bridge the gap between science education and science careers will increase significantly.
7. The use of new media and social networks will lead to a positive image of working in science.
8. International co-operation and exchange in the field of Science Education research will improve science teaching practice in Europe significantly.
9. Systemic reforms that support science education practices sensitive to students’ gender, ethnic, culture and social class variations will be implemented
A.2 For each of the statements developed for the different thematic domains a series of questions should be answered by the respondents
a.) Please rate your level of expertise regarding the topic:
• Expert knowledge
• Common knowledge
b.) Which socio economic impacts do you mainly associate with the statement?
• Advance responsible research and innovation
• Support social inclusion
• Solution of grand challenges*
• Scientific excellence
• Economic competitiveness
*Annotation: The Lund Declaration on Grand Challenges states that:" Challenges must turn into sustainable solutions in areas such as global warming, tightening supplies of energy, water and food, ageing societies, public health, pandemics and security."
c.) When do you think the statement will become reality?
• Until 2014
• 2015-2020
• after 2020
• will not occur
d.) Which political level is suited best for political intervention?:
• Mainly European level
• Mainly national level
• Shared responsibilities between EU and National level
• Mainly regional level
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e.) What is the most important policy measure in order to reach the goals formulated in the statement?
• Support of sustainable institutional structures
• Research funding programmes
• Change in regulation (standards, guidelines, etc.)
• Dissemination activities addressing a broader public
f.) What is the critical success factor in order to reach the goals formulated in the statement?
• Active participation of the private sector
• Empirical evidence for the tangible benefits
• Interconnectedness between major stakeholders
• Suitable structures that enable policy learning
g.) What potential risk do you associate with the statement?
• Enlargement of regional and social disparities
• Migration of risk technologies
• Loss of economic competitiveness
• Decrease of scientific excellence
• Overburdening costs for all stakeholders
h.) Do you consider the goal formulated in the statement desirable?
• Yes
• No
i.) Which is your preferred policy option for future EU SiS actions?
• Baseline Option - Continuity incl. Lessons learned
• Redistribution of the Programme - segmentation, place certain parts where most appropriate
• SiS Actions with a strong policy pillar - horizontal activity aiming at coordination and coherence
• Embedding approach - no further separate SiS actions but integration within other Funding programmes
• No further SiS actions beyond FP7 - Complete dismissal
j.) Standard demographics
• Country of residence (DROP DOWN LISTE)
• Institutional background (University, Research organisation, Civil Society Organization, Political Institution, other (TEXT)
• Gender (male/ female) (CHECKBOX)
• Age (<30, 30-50, >50) (CHECKBOX)
• Scientific background (CHECKBOX)
k.) Final page • Do you have comments on the Science in Society Programme or any other additional comments?
(TEXT)
• If you are interested to receive the final results of the project please leave your Email address (TEXT)
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Annex B - The Public Consultation Process: Experts for the Pretest
B.1 Experts contacted for the qualitative pretest
Field Experts contacted for the pretest Ethics Andrzej Gorski, Medial University of Warsaw, PL
Linda Nielsen, Faculty of Law a the Uni Copenhagen, DK Roger Strand, Bergen University, NO Federico Rajola, UCSC, IT
Gender Martina Schraudner, Fraunhofer Society, Germany Teresa Rees, Cardiff University, UK Elizabeth Pollitzer, Portia Ltd. UK Sabine Mayer, FFG, AT Klara Sekanina, KTI, Switzerland
Governance Stefan Kuhlann, University of Twente, NL Phillipe Laredo, MBS, UK Bernd Carsten Stahl, De Montfort University Leicester, UK Peter Biegelbauer, Institute of Advanced Studies, Austria Kjetil Rommetveit, University of Bergen, NO
Open Access Ulrich Herb, SULB Saarbrücken Hans Pfeiffenberger ,Helmholtz-Society ,Germany Barbara Kalumenos, STM Publishing Carlinie Sutton, OASPA Salvatore Mele, CERN, FR
Public Engagement Rinie van Est, Rathnau Institute, NL Katarina Prpic, Institute of Social Research Zagreb, CR Nicolas Pidgeon, Cardiff University, UK Michel Callon, Centre de Sociologie de l’Innovation, FR
Science Education Monika Réti HU, Semmelweis University, HU Harriet Wallberg-Henriksson, Karolinska Institute Stockholm, SE Adja Kahveci, Canakkale University, TK Manuela Welzel-Breuer, PH Heidelberg DE Vincentas Lamanauskas, University of Siauliai, LI Kristina Zoldosova, University of Trnava, Slovakia
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Annex C - The Public Consultation Survey: The Results
C.1 Characteristics of the respondents
64
31
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
3
4
4
4
4
5
6
6
6
7
9
9
12
13
15
20
24
34
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70
Not specified
Other country
Poland
Luxembourg
Denmark
Slovakia
Finland
Czech Republic
Bulgaria
Slovenia
Romania
Lithuania
Ireland
Estonia
Malta
Sweden
Hungary
Greece
Belgium
Portugal
Austria
Italy
France
Spain
United Kingdom
Netherlands
Germany
Residence (N = 291)
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15
36
49
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Not specified
Male
Female
%
Gender (n=291)
14
35
48
4
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Not specified
50 or older
30 to 50
Less than 30
%
Age (n=291)
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19
3
4
6
19
48
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Not specified/Others
Public Authority
Civil Society Organisation
Private Sector
Research Organisation
University/University of Applied Sciences
%
Institutional Background (n=291)
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C.2 Ethics
C.2.1 Expertise (n=127)
17
34
44
0 10 20 30 40 50
Not specified
Expert knowledge
Common knowledge
%
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C.2.2 Time Frame
21
23
22
22
24
23
25
24
24
11
6
9
6
11
8
10
13
9
6
3
42
15
15
5
5
3
9
12
5
13
20
23
9
21
19
24
43
49
10
25
21
44
31
34
26
7
14
4
12
6
12
7
7
6
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
An EU Ethics Framework for responsible research and innovation, based on fundamental ethical principles and
European values will be implemented in coordination with relevant international organisations.
The provisions in publicly funded research projects to conduct ethically sound science will increase.
Religious organisations, non-governmental organisations and social media platforms that address
human rights will become central actors in decision making processes and design of future science policy
and research.
The majority of EU researchers considers Ethical, Legal and Social Aspects (ELSA) not to be a "harassment" or
an external control over research activities but as fundamental means of conducting research.
The notion that 'responsible development' (i.e. considering ELSA in product development) is also a way
to improve the coproduction of innovations and contributes to market success is widely accepted among
EU companies.
The awareness of ethical issues among EU researchers will rise across all scientific fields (incl. SSH) and these
will be mandatorily demonstrated in all EU applications.
The notion of Ethics in European research will be substituted by a broader concept of "Responsible Research and Innovation" that emphasises wider societal issues (such as equity, sustainability, etc.)
An EU wide charter on ethical and social considerations will be drafted that takes into account the different issues among scientific fields (e.g. issues in SSH are
different to those in Biochemistry)
An effective structure of local/national/EU ethical committees to assess and to approve research projects by transparent and commonly agreed ethical standards
will be implemented.
Until 2014 2015-2020 After 2020 Will not occur Don't know Not specified
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C.2.3 Political Level
27
26
29
27
30
26
28
26
27
6
6
19
9
9
6
8
11
7
1
2
4
5
3
1
1
1
2
32
40
23
32
36
38
41
29
47
6
13
16
9
5
12
4
4
7
29
13
9
19
18
17
18
30
11
0 10 20 30 40 50
An EU Ethics Framework for responsible research and innovation, based on fundamental ethical principles and
European values will be implemented in coordination with relevant international organisations.
The provisions in publicly funded research projects to conduct ethically sound science will increase.
Religious organisations, non-governmental organisations and social media platforms that address
human rights will become central actors in decision making processes and design of future science policy
and research.
The majority of EU researchers considers Ethical, Legal and Social Aspects (ELSA) not to be a "harassment" or
an external control over research activities but as fundamental means of conducting research.
The notion that 'responsible development' (i.e. considering ELSA in product development) is also a way
to improve the coproduction of innovations and contributes to market success is widely accepted among
EU companies.
The awareness of ethical issues among EU researchers will rise across all scientific fields (incl. SSH) and these
will be mandatorily demonstrated in all EU applications.
The notion of Ethics in European research will be substituted by a broader concept of "Responsible Research and Innovation" that emphasises wider societal issues (such as equity, sustainability, etc.)
An EU wide charter on ethical and social considerations will be drafted that takes into account the different issues among scientific fields (e.g. issues in SSH are
different to those in Biochemistry)
An effective structure of local/national/EU ethical committees to assess and to approve research projects by transparent and commonly agreed ethical standards
will be implemented.
Mainly european level Mainly national level
Shared responsibilities EU & national level Mainly regional level
Don't know Not specified
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C.2.4 Impacts
5
7
19
11
8
9
8
10
9
11
10
5
8
27
7
10
9
8
20
24
8
22
12
21
15
21
19
22
19
35
16
12
14
26
20
19
55
54
27
46
41
48
45
42
45
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
An EU Ethics Framework for responsible research and innovation, based on fundamental ethical principles and
European values will be implemented in coordination with relevant international organisations.
The provisions in publicly funded research projects to conduct ethically sound science will increase.
Religious organisations, non-governmental organisations and social media platforms that address
human rights will become central actors in decision making processes and design of future science policy
and research.
The majority of EU researchers considers Ethical, Legal and Social Aspects (ELSA) not to be a "harassment" or
an external control over research activities but as fundamental means of conducting research.
The notion that 'responsible development' (i.e. considering ELSA in product development) is also a way
to improve the coproduction of innovations and contributes to market success is widely accepted among
EU companies.
The awareness of ethical issues among EU researchers will rise across all scientific fields (incl. SSH) and these
will be mandatorily demonstrated in all EU applications.
The notion of Ethics in European research will be substituted by a broader concept of "Responsible Research and Innovation" that emphasises wider societal issues (such as equity, sustainability, etc.)
An EU wide charter on ethical and social considerations will be drafted that takes into account the different issues among scientific fields (e.g. issues in SSH are
different to those in Biochemistry)
An effective structure of local/national/EU ethical committees to assess and to approve research projects by transparent and commonly agreed ethical standards
will be implemented.
Advance responsible research & innovation Support social inclusion
Solution of grand challenges Scientific excellence
Economic competitiveness Don't know
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C.2.5 Policy Measures
7
7
26
13
13
11
11
9
9
17
19
29
26
24
24
24
19
19
42
29
16
30
31
33
30
38
37
28
45
13
27
22
34
28
29
26
22
22
12
17
17
16
20
20
24
0 10 20 30 40 50
An EU Ethics Framework for responsible research and innovation, based on fundamental ethical principles and
European values will be implemented in coordination with relevant international organisations.
The provisions in publicly funded research projects to conduct ethically sound science will increase.
Religious organisations, non-governmental organisations and social media platforms that address
human rights will become central actors in decision making processes and design of future science policy
and research.
The majority of EU researchers considers Ethical, Legal and Social Aspects (ELSA) not to be a "harassment" or
an external control over research activities but as fundamental means of conducting research.
The notion that 'responsible development' (i.e. considering ELSA in product development) is also a way
to improve the coproduction of innovations and contributes to market success is widely accepted among
EU companies.
The awareness of ethical issues among EU researchers will rise across all scientific fields (incl. SSH) and these
will be mandatorily demonstrated in all EU applications.
The notion of Ethics in European research will be substituted by a broader concept of "Responsible Research and Innovation" that emphasises wider societal issues (such as equity, sustainability, etc.)
An EU wide charter on ethical and social considerations will be drafted that takes into account the different issues among scientific fields (e.g. issues in SSH are
different to those in Biochemistry)
An effective structure of local/national/EU ethical committees to assess and to approve research projects by transparent and commonly agreed ethical standards
will be implemented.
Support of sustainable institutional structures Research funding programmes
Change in regulation (standards, guidelines, etc.) Dissemination activities addressing a broader public
Don't know
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C.2.6 Success Factors
7
12
21
13
7
9
8
11
8
28
26
17
26
19
32
35
25
37
40
26
27
26
33
34
26
29
37
19
27
11
24
32
24
22
22
18
12
13
9
13
38
14
19
15
9
0 10 20 30 40 50
An EU Ethics Framework for responsible research and innovation, based on fundamental ethical principles and
European values will be implemented in coordination with relevant international organisations.
The provisions in publicly funded research projects to conduct ethically sound science will increase.
Religious organisations, non-governmental organisations and social media platforms that address
human rights will become central actors in decision making processes and design of future science policy
and research.
The majority of EU researchers considers Ethical, Legal and Social Aspects (ELSA) not to be a "harassment" or
an external control over research activities but as fundamental means of conducting research.
The notion that 'responsible development' (i.e. considering ELSA in product development) is also a way
to improve the coproduction of innovations and contributes to market success is widely accepted among
EU companies.
The awareness of ethical issues among EU researchers will rise across all scientific fields (incl. SSH) and these
will be mandatorily demonstrated in all EU applications.
The notion of Ethics in European research will be substituted by a broader concept of "Responsible Research and Innovation" that emphasises wider societal issues (such as equity, sustainability, etc.)
An EU wide charter on ethical and social considerations will be drafted that takes into account the different issues among scientific fields (e.g. issues in SSH are
different to those in Biochemistry)
An effective structure of local/national/EU ethical committees to assess and to approve research projects by transparent and commonly agreed ethical standards
will be implemented.
Active participation of the private sector Empirical evidence for the tangible benefits
Interconnectedness between major stakeholders Suitable structures that enable policy learning
Don't know
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C.2.7 Risks
21
28
24
28
29
29
30
28
25
19
16
15
13
11
16
9
15
16
6
6
13
5
4
5
4
4
8
6
8
11
5
6
6
5
5
6
11
6
11
10
9
5
4
10
10
5
5
13
4
5
3
8
5
6
0 10 20 30 40
An EU Ethics Framework for responsible research and innovation, based on fundamental ethical principles
and European values will be implemented in coordination with relevant international organisations.
The provisions in publicly funded research projects to conduct ethically sound science will increase.
Religious organisations, non-governmental organisations and social media platforms that address
human rights will become central actors in decision making processes and design of future science policy
and research.
The majority of EU researchers considers Ethical, Legal and Social Aspects (ELSA) not to be a "harassment" or
an external control over research activities but as fundamental means of conducting research.
The notion that 'responsible development' (i.e. considering ELSA in product development) is also a way
to improve the coproduction of innovations and contributes to market success is widely accepted among
EU companies.
The awareness of ethical issues among EU researchers will rise across all scientific fields (incl. SSH) and these
will be mandatorily demonstrated in all EU applications.
The notion of Ethics in European research will be substituted by a broader concept of "Responsible Research and Innovation" that emphasises wider societal issues (such as equity, sustainability, etc.)
An EU wide charter on ethical and social considerations will be drafted that takes into account the different issues among scientific fields (e.g. issues in SSH are
different to those in Biochemistry)
An effective structure of local/national/EU ethical committees to assess and to approve research projects by transparent and commonly agreed ethical standards
will be implemented.
Enlargement of regional and social disparities Migration of risk technologies
Loss of economic competitiveness Decrease of scientific excellence
Overburdening costs for all stakeholders Don't know
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C.2.8 Desirability
31
30
31
30
31
30
31
30
31
3
4
8
6
6
4
8
10
8
5
5
36
4
8
10
11
13
13
61
61
25
60
55
56
50
48
49
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70
An EU Ethics Framework for responsible research and innovation, based on fundamental ethical principles
and European values will be implemented in coordination with relevant international organisations.
The provisions in publicly funded research projects to conduct ethically sound science will increase.
Religious organisations, non-governmental organisations and social media platforms that address
human rights will become central actors in decision making processes and design of future science policy
and research.
The majority of EU researchers considers Ethical, Legal and Social Aspects (ELSA) not to be a "harassment" or
an external control over research activities but as fundamental means of conducting research.
The notion that 'responsible development' (i.e. considering ELSA in product development) is also a way
to improve the coproduction of innovations and contributes to market success is widely accepted among
EU companies.
The awareness of ethical issues among EU researchers will rise across all scientific fields (incl. SSH) and these
will be mandatorily demonstrated in all EU applications.
The notion of Ethics in European research will be substituted by a broader concept of "Responsible Research and Innovation" that emphasises wider societal issues (such as equity, sustainability, etc.)
An EU wide charter on ethical and social considerations will be drafted that takes into account the different issues among scientific fields (e.g. issues in SSH are
different to those in Biochemistry)
An effective structure of local/national/EU ethical committees to assess and to approve research projects by transparent and commonly agreed ethical standards
will be implemented.
Yes No Don't know Not specified
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C.3 Gender
C.3.1 Expertise (n=145)
20
46
32
0 10 20 30 40 50
Not specified
Expert knowledge
Common knowledge
%
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C.3.2 Time Frame
22
22
22
22
23
23
23
23
24
6
8
7
6
8
4
13
7
21
14
23
9
6
12
16
7
13
5
36
26
19
28
34
21
26
31
21
19
16
22
28
21
25
23
19
21
3
6
21
10
1
11
8
8
8
0 10 20 30 40
All relevant actors in science (councils, research institutes, etc. ) will increase in their decision-making
bodies the proportion of women to at least 40%.
The recruitment processes for jobs in science are completely transparent in how merit is assessed and
selection process functions.
It is a common standard at EU and member state level to request information about gender aspects in research
content as part of project selection process.
All universities and research organisations in Europe dispose of gender action plans in order to recruit and
retain more women for science.
The total share of female researchers in the EU will be raised to 45 percent
All members of project assessment panels are given training to raise their awareness of possible gender bias
in selection process
The early integration of gender aspects in research leads to more innovative approaches and improved quality of
methods and outcomes, enabling also companies in Europe to realize a competitive advantage
The working conditions in research do not longer require all-embracing full time engagement but allow
alternative career paths too.
Regulatory organisations developing research related standards, e.g. CONSORT, take a lead role in
establishing criteria for integration of sex/gender analysis in research, including when reporting results.
Until 2014 2015-2020 After 2020 Will not occur Don't know Not specified
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C.3.3 Political Level
2
3
2
4
5
2
5
5
11
2
7
2
5
5
9
3
6
2
54
40
53
40
50
41
46
42
44
11
20
5
16
7
13
7
19
3
7
7
14
11
9
9
13
4
16
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
All relevant actors in science (councils, research institutes, etc. ) will increase in their decision-making
bodies the proportion of women to at least 40%.
The recruitment processes for jobs in science are completely transparent in how merit is assessed and
selection process functions.
It is a common standard at EU and member state level to request information about gender aspects in research
content as part of project selection process.
All universities and research organisations in Europe dispose of gender action plans in order to recruit and
retain more women for science.
The total share of female researchers in the EU will be raised to 45 percent
All members of project assessment panels are given training to raise their awareness of possible gender bias
in selection process
The early integration of gender aspects in research leads to more innovative approaches and improved quality of
methods and outcomes, enabling also companies in Europe to realize a competitive advantage
The working conditions in research do not longer require all-embracing full time engagement but allow
alternative career paths too.
Regulatory organisations developing research related standards, e.g. CONSORT, take a lead role in
establishing criteria for integration of sex/gender analysis in research, including when reporting results.
Mainly european level Mainly national level
Shared responsibilities EU & national level Mainly regional level
Don't know Not specified
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C.3.4 Impacts
2
1
4
4
2
3
6
4
19
30
30
15
25
34
22
47
34
15
46
47
39
43
47
33
42
25
22
25
15
17
16
25
12
21
15
11
48
46
39
54
43
50
30
57
33
48
37
49
39
42
43
43
29
32
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
All relevant actors in science (councils, research institutes, etc. ) will increase in their decision-making
bodies the proportion of women to at least 40%.
The recruitment processes for jobs in science are completely transparent in how merit is assessed and
selection process functions.
It is a common standard at EU and member state level to request information about gender aspects in research
content as part of project selection process.
All universities and research organisations in Europe dispose of gender action plans in order to recruit and
retain more women for science.
The total share of female researchers in the EU will be raised to 45 percent
All members of project assessment panels are given training to raise their awareness of possible gender bias
in selection process
The early integration of gender aspects in research leads to more innovative approaches and improved quality of
methods and outcomes, enabling also companies in Europe to realize a competitive advantage
The working conditions in research do not longer require all-embracing full time engagement but allow
alternative career paths too.
Regulatory organisations developing research related standards, e.g. CONSORT, take a lead role in
establishing criteria for integration of sex/gender analysis in research, including when reporting results.
Advance responsible research & innovation Support social inclusion
Solution of grand challenges Scientific excellence
Economic competitiveness Don't know
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C.3.5 Policy Measures
2
2
2
4
3
4
7
4
17
20
20
20
22
25
20
24
22
15
53
57
52
55
45
46
38
49
42
30
24
36
28
37
30
35
26
20
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
All relevant actors in science (councils, research institutes, etc. ) will increase in their decision-making
bodies the proportion of women to at least 40%.
The recruitment processes for jobs in science are completely transparent in how merit is assessed and
selection process functions.
It is a common standard at EU and member state level to request information about gender aspects in research
content as part of project selection process.
All universities and research organisations in Europe dispose of gender action plans in order to recruit and
retain more women for science.
The total share of female researchers in the EU will be raised to 45 percent
All members of project assessment panels are given training to raise their awareness of possible gender bias
in selection process
The early integration of gender aspects in research leads to more innovative approaches and improved quality of
methods and outcomes, enabling also companies in Europe to realize a competitive advantage
The working conditions in research do not longer require all-embracing full time engagement but allow
alternative career paths too.
Regulatory organisations developing research related standards, e.g. CONSORT, take a lead role in
establishing criteria for integration of sex/gender analysis in research, including when reporting results.
Support of sustainable institutional structures Research funding programmes
Change in regulation (standards, guidelines, etc.) Dissemination activities addressing a broader public
Don't know
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C.3.6 Success Factors
6
4
5
6
7
6
6
6
18
37
32
28
33
30
39
20
26
30
37
31
33
36
37
32
34
32
32
36
34
32
34
34
26
43
30
22
17
23
16
14
27
14
36
31
13
0 10 20 30 40 50
All relevant actors in science (councils, research institutes, etc. ) will increase in their decision-making
bodies the proportion of women to at least 40%.
The recruitment processes for jobs in science are completely transparent in how merit is assessed and
selection process functions.
It is a common standard at EU and member state level to request information about gender aspects in research
content as part of project selection process.
All universities and research organisations in Europe dispose of gender action plans in order to recruit and
retain more women for science.
The total share of female researchers in the EU will be raised to 45 percent
All members of project assessment panels are given training to raise their awareness of possible gender bias
in selection process
The early integration of gender aspects in research leads to more innovative approaches and improved quality of
methods and outcomes, enabling also companies in Europe to realize a competitive advantage
The working conditions in research do not longer require all-embracing full time engagement but allow
alternative career paths too.
Regulatory organisations developing research related standards, e.g. CONSORT, take a lead role in
establishing criteria for integration of sex/gender analysis in research, including when reporting results.
Active participation of the private sector Empirical evidence for the tangible benefits
Interconnectedness between major stakeholders Suitable structures that enable policy learning
Don't know
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C.3.7 Risks
38
38
39
39
43
36
42
35
44
5
8
9
8
4
17
6
8
11
4
2
4
4
7
1
2
4
5
4
2
3
1
2
2
4
9
4
2
4
1
1
0
0
1
3
2
10
7
5
6
6
2
7
7
2
0 10 20 30 40 50
All relevant actors in science (councils, research institutes, etc. ) will increase in their decision-making
bodies the proportion of women to at least 40%.
The recruitment processes for jobs in science are completely transparent in how merit is assessed and
selection process functions.
It is a common standard at EU and member state level to request information about gender aspects in research
content as part of project selection process.
All universities and research organisations in Europe dispose of gender action plans in order to recruit and
retain more women for science.
The total share of female researchers in the EU will be raised to 45 percent
All members of project assessment panels are given training to raise their awareness of possible gender bias
in selection process
The early integration of gender aspects in research leads to more innovative approaches and improved quality of
methods and outcomes, enabling also companies in Europe to realize a competitive advantage
The working conditions in research do not longer require all-embracing full time engagement but allow
alternative career paths too.
Regulatory organisations developing research related standards, e.g. CONSORT, take a lead role in
establishing criteria for integration of sex/gender analysis in research, including when reporting results.
Enlargement of regional & social disparities Migration of risk technologies
Loss of economic competitiveness Decrease of scientific excellence
Overburdening costs for all stakeholders Don't know
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C.3.8 Desirability
17
18
18
19
18
18
20
19
18
6
2
2
5
8
3
6
7
24
10
2
9
5
10
8
6
0
5
68
78
71
71
64
71
69
74
53
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
All relevant actors in science (councils, research institutes, etc. ) will increase in their decision-making
bodies the proportion of women to at least 40%.
The recruitment processes for jobs in science are completely transparent in how merit is assessed and
selection process functions.
It is a common standard at EU and member state level to request information about gender aspects in research
content as part of project selection process.
All universities and research organisations in Europe dispose of gender action plans in order to recruit and
retain more women for science.
The total share of female researchers in the EU will be raised to 45 percent
All members of project assessment panels are given training to raise their awareness of possible gender bias
in selection process
The early integration of gender aspects in research leads to more innovative approaches and improved quality of
methods and outcomes, enabling also companies in Europe to realize a competitive advantage
The working conditions in research do not longer require all-embracing full time engagement but allow
alternative career paths too.
Regulatory organisations developing research related standards, e.g. CONSORT, take a lead role in
establishing criteria for integration of sex/gender analysis in research, including when reporting results.
Yes No Don't know Not specified
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C.4 Governance
C.4.1 Expertise (n=108)
28
36
30
0 10 20 30 40
Not specified
Expert knowledge
Common knowledge
%
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C.4.2 Time Frame
24
27
28
29
28
28
29
28
3
8
5
11
6
8
12
5
31
11
11
5
4
12
10
7
27
21
28
19
36
23
20
16
10
29
20
33
21
22
27
34
6
4
8
3
5
6
2
10
0 10 20 30 40
All stakeholders (not only sciences-related communities, but also the general public, NGOs,
industry, etc.) are involved in a meaningful way in the development of research priorities, including broadly
based consensus-building processes.
SiS aspects are firmly integrated into the selection process of funding programmes of the EC (and not
separated from technology development programmes).
Society’s interest in and knowledge of techno-scientific issues has increased significantly, which is a prerequisite for broad public participation.
Common guidelines including the formulation of good practices regarding the dimensions of SiS are adopted in the ERA ensuring responsible research and innovation.
An integrated European Research Area has been established and its principles of international
cooperation and exchange with third countries are actively followed.
Scientific advice and expertise in policy-making processes aiming to strengthen the European science
system are taken into account in a transparent and inclusive way.
The number of European universities entertaining institutionalised relationships with the business sector
(e.g., adequate representation of businesses on advisory boards of universities) has doubled.
Knowledge exchange between universities and the society at large is an integral element of universities’
duties.
Until 2014 2015-2020 After 2020 Will not occur Don't know Not specified
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C.4.3 Political Level
2
3
4
4
2
3
10
2
3
0
9
0
1
2
14
19
40
33
30
36
36
36
24
22
15
4
18
1
2
8
16
20
9
29
6
26
26
18
6
7
0 10 20 30 40 50
All stakeholders (not only sciences-related communities, but also the general public, NGOs, industry, etc.) are involved in a meaningful way in the development of
research priorities, including broadly based consensus-building processes.
SiS aspects are firmly integrated into the selection process of funding programmes of the EC (and not
separated from technology development programmes).
Society’s interest in and knowledge of techno-scientific issues has increased significantly, which is a prerequisite
for broad public participation.
Common guidelines including the formulation of good practices regarding the dimensions of SiS are adopted in the ERA ensuring responsible research and innovation.
An integrated European Research Area has been established and its principles of international
cooperation and exchange with third countries are actively followed.
Scientific advice and expertise in policy-making processes aiming to strengthen the European science
system are taken into account in a transparent and inclusive way.
The number of European universities entertaining institutionalised relationships with the business sector
(e.g., adequate representation of businesses on advisory boards of universities) has doubled.
Knowledge exchange between universities and the society at large is an integral element of universities’
duties.
Mainly european level Mainly national level
Shared responsibilities EU & national level Mainly regional level
Don't know Not specified
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C.4.4 Impacts
3
3
3
5
4
3
12
4
20
13
14
11
17
12
33
19
21
22
18
23
24
24
16
18
29
24
22
16
24
25
15
24
29
21
31
17
21
19
11
32
38
41
26
44
29
38
13
32
0 10 20 30 40 50
All stakeholders (not only sciences-related communities, but also the general public, NGOs, industry, etc.) are involved in a meaningful way in the development of
research priorities, including broadly based consensus-building processes.
SiS aspects are firmly integrated into the selection process of funding programmes of the EC (and not
separated from technology development programmes).
Society’s interest in and knowledge of techno-scientific issues has increased significantly, which is a prerequisite
for broad public participation.
Common guidelines including the formulation of good practices regarding the dimensions of SiS are adopted in the ERA ensuring responsible research and innovation.
An integrated European Research Area has been established and its principles of international
cooperation and exchange with third countries are actively followed.
Scientific advice and expertise in policy-making processes aiming to strengthen the European science
system are taken into account in a transparent and inclusive way.
The number of European universities entertaining institutionalised relationships with the business sector
(e.g., adequate representation of businesses on advisory boards of universities) has doubled.
Knowledge exchange between universities and the society at large is an integral element of universities’
duties.
Advance responsible research & innovation Support social inclusion
Solution of grand challenges Scientific excellence
Economic competitiveness Don't know
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C.4.5 Policy Measures
2
3
2
3
3
3
10
3
29
11
49
11
10
23
15
38
20
34
10
33
21
32
22
23
29
46
23
30
33
24
26
27
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
All stakeholders (not only sciences-related communities, but also the general public, NGOs, industry, etc.) are involved in a meaningful way in the development of
research priorities, including broadly based consensus-building processes.
SiS aspects are firmly integrated into the selection process of funding programmes of the EC (and not
separated from technology development programmes).
Society’s interest in and knowledge of techno-scientific issues has increased significantly, which is a prerequisite
for broad public participation.
Common guidelines including the formulation of good practices regarding the dimensions of SiS are adopted in the ERA ensuring responsible research and innovation.
An integrated European Research Area has been established and its principles of international
cooperation and exchange with third countries are actively followed.
Scientific advice and expertise in policy-making processes aiming to strengthen the European science
system are taken into account in a transparent and inclusive way.
The number of European universities entertaining institutionalised relationships with the business sector
(e.g., adequate representation of businesses on advisory boards of universities) has doubled.
Knowledge exchange between universities and the society at large is an integral element of universities’
duties.
Support of sustainable institutional structures Research funding programmes
Change in regulation (standards, guidelines, etc.) Dissemination activities addressing a broader public
Don't know
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C.4.6 Success Factors
6
9
6
9
7
7
10
9
34
33
29
29
31
33
16
28
42
36
32
34
34
31
30
38
28
22
26
21
17
19
23
20
23
7
14
8
10
13
33
14
0 10 20 30 40 50
All stakeholders (not only sciences-related communities, but also the general public, NGOs, industry, etc.) are involved in a meaningful way in the development of
research priorities, including broadly based consensus-building processes.
SiS aspects are firmly integrated into the selection process of funding programmes of the EC (and not
separated from technology development programmes).
Society’s interest in and knowledge of techno-scientific issues has increased significantly, which is a prerequisite
for broad public participation.
Common guidelines including the formulation of good practices regarding the dimensions of SiS are adopted in the ERA ensuring responsible research and innovation.
An integrated European Research Area has been established and its principles of international
cooperation and exchange with third countries are actively followed.
Scientific advice and expertise in policy-making processes aiming to strengthen the European science
system are taken into account in a transparent and inclusive way.
The number of European universities entertaining institutionalised relationships with the business sector
(e.g., adequate representation of businesses on advisory boards of universities) has doubled.
Knowledge exchange between universities and the society at large is an integral element of universities’
duties.
Active participation of the private sector Empirical evidence for the tangible benefits
Interconnectedness between major stakeholders Suitable structures that enable policy learning
Don't know
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C.4.7 Risks
14
20
23
17
24
25
16
22
24
18
9
18
12
12
8
16
16
14
7
9
5
7
20
14
10
9
3
10
6
3
6
3
7
6
3
8
5
3
5
1
9
2
9
5
8
6
15
3
0 10 20 30
All stakeholders (not only sciences-related communities, but also the general public, NGOs, industry, etc.) are involved in a meaningful way in the development of
research priorities, including broadly based consensus-building processes.
SiS aspects are firmly integrated into the selection process of funding programmes of the EC (and not
separated from technology development programmes).
Society’s interest in and knowledge of techno-scientific issues has increased significantly, which is a prerequisite
for broad public participation.
Common guidelines including the formulation of good practices regarding the dimensions of SiS are adopted in the ERA ensuring responsible research and innovation.
An integrated European Research Area has been established and its principles of international
cooperation and exchange with third countries are actively followed.
Scientific advice and expertise in policy-making processes aiming to strengthen the European science
system are taken into account in a transparent and inclusive way.
The number of European universities entertaining institutionalised relationships with the business sector
(e.g., adequate representation of businesses on advisory boards of universities) has doubled.
Knowledge exchange between universities and the society at large is an integral element of universities’
duties.
Enlargement of regional & social disparities Migration of risk technologies
Loss of economic competitiveness Decrease of scientific excellence
Overburdening costs for all stakeholders Don't know
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C.4.8 Desirability
27
29
28
29
28
29
28
28
1
8
6
9
10
6
14
3
21
12
3
5
8
3
30
6
51
51
63
57
53
62
28
63
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70
All stakeholders (not only sciences-related communities, but also the general public, NGOs,
industry, etc.) are involved in a meaningful way in the development of research priorities, including broadly
based consensus-building processes.
SiS aspects are firmly integrated into the selection process of funding programmes of the EC (and not
separated from technology development programmes).
Society’s interest in and knowledge of techno-scientific issues has increased significantly, which is a prerequisite for broad public participation.
Common guidelines including the formulation of good practices regarding the dimensions of SiS are adopted in the ERA ensuring responsible research and innovation.
An integrated European Research Area has been established and its principles of international
cooperation and exchange with third countries are actively followed.
Scientific advice and expertise in policy-making processes aiming to strengthen the European science
system are taken into account in a transparent and inclusive way.
The number of European universities entertaining institutionalised relationships with the business sector
(e.g., adequate representation of businesses on advisory boards of universities) has doubled.
Knowledge exchange between universities and the society at large is an integral element of universities’
duties.
Yes No Don't know Not specified
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C.5 Open Access
C.5.1 Expertise (n=226)
13
34
50
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Not specified
Expert knowledge
Common knowledge
%
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C.5.2 Time Frame
11.1
14.2
12.8
12.4
12.8
11.9
12.8
9
11
6
7
8
6
5
18
10
4
16
8
32
22
31
18
12
34
24
29
37
26
40
41
28
38
19
21
5
7
25
3
9
2
2
0 10 20 30 40 50
100% of the publications of publicly funded research in Europe has been made available via Open Access (OA).
OA is a policy priority and corresponding actions have been implemented in all Member States.
The majority of researchers is aware of what OA means and they can make the choice whether to use it or not
for themselves.
All existing decentral repositories can be accessed via a unified interoperable European search portal
(prerequisites are unified meta-data and document standards).
The use of creative common licenses or similar mechanisms is broadly established.
The idea to publish on paper is an idea of the past. Printed journals do not exist anymore, all publications
are digital (whether Open Access or not).
Research data, related to a concrete publication or as raw data, is mostly made accessible via Open Access.
Until 2014 2015-2020 After 2020 Will not occur Don't know Not specified
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C.5.3 Political Level
5
5
7
7
10
32
12
0
1
10
2
5
2
4
50
45
34
31
36
27
38
8
19
26
5
15
8
11
25
18
11
41
20
15
20
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
100% of the publications of publicly funded research in Europe has been made available via Open Access (OA).
OA is a policy priority and corresponding actions have been implemented in all Member States.
The majority of researchers is aware of what OA means and they can make the choice whether to use it or not
for themselves.
All existing decentral repositories can be accessed via a unified interoperable European search portal
(prerequisites are unified meta-data and document standards).
The use of creative common licenses or similar mechanisms is broadly established.
The idea to publish on paper is an idea of the past. Printed journals do not exist anymore, all publications
are digital (whether Open Access or not).
Research data, related to a concrete publication or as raw data, is mostly made accessible via Open Access.
Mainly european level Mainly national level
Shared responsibilities EU & national level Mainly regional level
Don't know Not specified
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C.5.4 Impacts
5
9
9
10
16
32
8
33
30
16
23
30
26
30
41
30
43
41
27
22
47
28
26
20
23
16
12
30
46
35
25
32
36
17
36
59
48
54
45
41
23
52
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70
100% of the publications of publicly funded research in Europe has been made available via Open Access (OA).
OA is a policy priority and corresponding actions have been implemented in all Member States.
The majority of researchers is aware of what OA means and they can make the choice whether to use it or not
for themselves.
All existing decentral repositories can be accessed via a unified interoperable European search portal
(prerequisites are unified meta-data and document standards).
The use of creative common licenses or similar mechanisms is broadly established.
The idea to publish on paper is an idea of the past. Printed journals do not exist anymore, all publications
are digital (whether Open Access or not).
Research data, related to a concrete publication or as raw data, is mostly made accessible via Open Access.
Advance responsible research & innovation Support social inclusion
Solution of grand challenges Scientific excellence
Economic competitiveness Don't know
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C.5.5 Policy Measures
3
5
6
6
10
25
4
28
22
33
25
31
25
23
52
50
41
38
44
28
47
51
43
44
30
28
25
49
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
100% of the publications of publicly funded research in Europe has been made available via Open Access (OA).
OA is a policy priority and corresponding actions have been implemented in all Member States.
The majority of researchers is aware of what OA means and they can make the choice whether to use it or not
for themselves.
All existing decentral repositories can be accessed via a unified interoperable European search portal
(prerequisites are unified meta-data and document standards).
The use of creative common licenses or similar mechanisms is broadly established.
The idea to publish on paper is an idea of the past. Printed journals do not exist anymore, all publications
are digital (whether Open Access or not).
Research data, related to a concrete publication or as raw data, is mostly made accessible via Open Access.
Support of sustainable institutional structures Research funding programmes
Change in regulation (standards, guidelines, etc.) Dissemination activities addressing a broader public
Don't know
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C.5.6 Success Factors
11
9
10
9
14
28
9
35
42
30
32
29
16
30
39
43
32
44
24
18
43
43
33
46
30
29
22
49
19
8
8
18
22
23
19
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
100% of the publications of publicly funded research in Europe has been made available via Open Access (OA).
OA is a policy priority and corresponding actions have been implemented in all Member States.
The majority of researchers is aware of what OA means and they can make the choice whether to use it or not
for themselves.
All existing decentral repositories can be accessed via a unified interoperable European search portal
(prerequisites are unified meta-data and document standards).
The use of creative common licenses or similar mechanisms is broadly established.
The idea to publish on paper is an idea of the past. Printed journals do not exist anymore, all publications
are digital (whether Open Access or not).
Research data, related to a concrete publication or as raw data, is mostly made accessible via Open Access.
Active participation of the private sector Empirical evidence for the tangible benefits
Interconnectedness between major stakeholders Suitable structures that enable policy learning
Don't know
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C.5.7 Risks
23
30
35
29
37
30
28
18
13
8
20
9
9
15
12
9
9
7
6
10
7
11
10
5
3
5
7
7
15
9
5
17
7
11
15
5
6
7
4
4
9
3
0 10 20 30 40
100% of the publications of publicly funded research in Europe has been made available via Open Access (OA).
OA is a policy priority and corresponding actions have been implemented in all Member States.
The majority of researchers is aware of what OA means and they can make the choice whether to use it or not
for themselves.
All existing decentral repositories can be accessed via a unified interoperable European search portal
(prerequisites are unified meta-data and document standards).
The use of creative common licenses or similar mechanisms is broadly established.
The idea to publish on paper is an idea of the past. Printed journals do not exist anymore, all publications
are digital (whether Open Access or not).
Research data, related to a concrete publication or as raw data, is mostly made accessible via Open Access.
Enlargement of regional and social disparities Migration of risk technologies
Loss of economic competitiveness Decrease of scientific excellence
Overburdening costs for all stakeholders Don't know
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C.5.8 Desirability
17
18
19
19
19
19
18
4
6
6
10
13
17
11
11
8
5
10
6
27
15
69
68
71
60
63
37
56
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
100% of the publications of publicly funded research in Europe has been made available via Open Access (OA).
OA is a policy priority and corresponding actions have been implemented in all Member States.
The majority of researchers is aware of what OA means and they can make the choice whether to use it or not
for themselves.
All existing decentral repositories can be accessed via a unified interoperable European search portal
(prerequisites are unified meta-data and document standards).
The use of creative common licenses or similar mechanisms is broadly established.
The idea to publish on paper is an idea of the past. Printed journals do not exist anymore, all publications
are digital (whether Open Access or not).
Research data, related to a concrete publication or as raw data, is mostly made accessible via Open Access.
Yes No Don't know Not specified
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C.6 Public Engagement
C.6.1 Expertise (n=146)
18
44
35
0 10 20 30 40 50
Not specified
Expert knowledge
Common knowledge
%
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C.6.2 Time Frame
16
16
18
16
18
18
17
17
5
7
13
12
8
5
12
7
33
36
25
6
1
8
10
11
16
23
27
30
19
28
21
22
27
16
16
33
45
35
34
36
3
2
1
2
8
5
5
7
0 10 20 30 40 50
Public engagement will become a key aspect for evaluating individual researchers and research
organizations and it will have a similar importance as publications, conference papers etc.
The general public will take an active part in decision making processes regarding research topics (direction) and appraisal of publicly funded projects (appropriate-
ness)
A governance model for "upstream public engagement" will emerge, that provides for universal public
engagement
The rate of EU citizens participating in the activities of a CSO dealing with science and technology related issues
will rise to 15% (2010: 7%)
Social platforms will be promoted and consolidated to broaden the scientific interest of the civil society and to
increase input for the development of responsible strategic research agendas
"Responsible Development" that takes into account economic circumstances, so-cial perceptions, political and cultural frameworks and ethical compatibility will
be-come a key concept in R&D processes
The competencies of the general public for science and technology appraisal (un-derstanding political/ power
and ethical, environmental, legal and soci(et)al aspects) will increase
Every publicly funded research project is obliged to publish its results in a citizen oriented way
Until 2014 2015-2020 After 2020 Will not occur Don't know Not specified
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C.6.3 Political Level
21
21
21
21
22
21
21
23
6
7
11
9
8
7
8
6
8
11
6
13
8
4
18
2
39
30
34
33
41
37
25
41
15
21
14
9
11
13
19
14
11
10
13
15
10
18
9
14
0 10 20 30 40 50
Public engagement will become a key aspect for evaluating individual researchers and research
organizations and it will have a similar importance as publications, conference papers etc.
The general public will take an active part in decision making processes regarding research topics (direction) and appraisal of publicly funded projects (appropriate-
ness)
A governance model for "upstream public engagement" will emerge, that provides for universal public
engagement
The rate of EU citizens participating in the activities of a CSO dealing with science and technology related issues
will rise to 15% (2010: 7%)
Social platforms will be promoted and consolidated to broaden the scientific interest of the civil society and to
increase input for the development of responsible strategic research agendas
"Responsible Development" that takes into account economic circumstances, so-cial perceptions, political and cultural frameworks and ethical compatibility will
be-come a key concept in R&D processes
The competencies of the general public for science and technology appraisal (un-derstanding political/ power
and ethical, environmental, legal and soci(et)al aspects) will increase
Every publicly funded research project is obliged to publish its results in a citizen oriented way
Mainly european level Mainly national level
Shared responsibilities EU & national level Mainly regional level
Don't know Not specified
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C.6.4 Impacts
3
3
7
7
3
3
4
3
14
20
11
12
15
28
20
12
19
11
12
11
12
16
17
19
27
29
31
33
28
35
27
19
42
47
44
55
52
34
50
40
46
36
36
29
38
47
33
44
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Public engagement will become a key aspect for evaluating individual researchers and research
organizations and it will have a similar importance as publications, conference papers etc.
The general public will take an active part in decision making processes regarding research topics (direction) and appraisal of publicly funded projects (appropriate-
ness)
A governance model for "upstream public engagement" will emerge, that provides for universal public
engagement
The rate of EU citizens participating in the activities of a CSO dealing with science and technology related issues
will rise to 15% (2010: 7%)
Social platforms will be promoted and consolidated to broaden the scientific interest of the civil society and to
increase input for the development of responsible strategic research agendas
"Responsible Development" that takes into account economic circumstances, so-cial perceptions, political and cultural frameworks and ethical compatibility will
be-come a key concept in R&D processes
The competencies of the general public for science and technology appraisal (un-derstanding political/ power
and ethical, environmental, legal and soci(et)al aspects) will increase
Every publicly funded research project is obliged to publish its results in a citizen oriented way
Advance responsible research & innovation Support social inclusion
Solution of grand challenges Scientific excellence
Economic competitiveness Don't know
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C.6.5 Policy Measures
3
3
8
9
5
5
9
5
38
50
35
52
50
26
56
39
31
24
27
18
17
36
19
38
35
28
27
25
31
44
22
36
23
31
34
24
33
30
26
18
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Public engagement will become a key aspect for evaluating individual researchers and research
organizations and it will have a similar importance as publications, conference papers etc.
The general public will take an active part in decision making processes regarding research topics (direction) and appraisal of publicly funded projects (appropriate-
ness)
A governance model for "upstream public engagement" will emerge, that provides for universal public
engagement
The rate of EU citizens participating in the activities of a CSO dealing with science and technology related issues
will rise to 15% (2010: 7%)
Social platforms will be promoted and consolidated to broaden the scientific interest of the civil society and to
increase input for the development of responsible strategic research agendas
"Responsible Development" that takes into account economic circumstances, so-cial perceptions, political and cultural frameworks and ethical compatibility will
be-come a key concept in R&D processes
The competencies of the general public for science and technology appraisal (un-derstanding political/ power
and ethical, environmental, legal and soci(et)al aspects) will increase
Every publicly funded research project is obliged to publish its results in a citizen oriented way
Support of sustainable institutional structures Research funding programmes
Change in regulation (standards, guidelines, etc.) Dissemination activities addressing a broader public
Don't know
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C.6.6 Success Factors
11
8
14
17
10
9
12
16
34
36
37
30
35
39
35
28
29
25
20
23
20
38
19
21
17
14
12
15
15
28
16
15
0 10 20 30 40 50
Public engagement will become a key aspect for evaluating individual researchers and research
organizations and it will have a similar importance as publications, conference papers etc.
The general public will take an active part in decision making processes regarding research topics (direction) and appraisal of publicly funded projects (appropriate-
ness)
A governance model for "upstream public engagement" will emerge, that provides for universal public
engagement
The rate of EU citizens participating in the activities of a CSO dealing with science and technology related issues
will rise to 15% (2010: 7%)
Social platforms will be promoted and consolidated to broaden the scientific interest of the civil society and to
increase input for the development of responsible strategic research agendas
"Responsible Development" that takes into account economic circumstances, so-cial perceptions, political and cultural frameworks and ethical compatibility will
be-come a key concept in R&D processes
The competencies of the general public for science and technology appraisal (un-derstanding political/ power
and ethical, environmental, legal and soci(et)al aspects) will increase
Every publicly funded research project is obliged to publish its results in a citizen oriented way
Active participation of the private sector Empirical evidence for the tangible benefits
Interconnectedness between major stakeholders Suitable structures that enable policy learning
Don't know
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C.6.7 Risks
15
11
25
32
26
22
30
29 20
23
22
7
4
6
8
7
7
8
12
6
2
6
5
5
5
8
13
8
7
8
13
6
4
10
12
8
8
9
5
11
4
0 10 20 30 40
Public engagement will become a key aspect for evaluating individual researchers and research
organizations and it will have a similar importance as publications, conference papers etc.
The general public will take an active part in decision making processes regarding research topics (direction) and appraisal of publicly funded projects (appropriate-
ness)
A governance model for "upstream public engagement" will emerge, that provides for universal public
engagement
The rate of EU citizens participating in the activities of a CSO dealing with science and technology related issues
will rise to 15% (2010: 7%)
Social platforms will be promoted and consolidated to broaden the scientific interest of the civil society and to
increase input for the development of responsible strategic research agendas
"Responsible Development" that takes into account economic circumstances, so-cial perceptions, political and cultural frameworks and ethical compatibility will
be-come a key concept in R&D processes
The competencies of the general public for science and technology appraisal (un-derstanding political/ power
and ethical, environmental, legal and soci(et)al aspects) will increase
Every publicly funded research project is obliged to publish its results in a citizen oriented way
Enlargement of regional and social disparities Migration of risk technologies
Loss of economic competitiveness Decrease of scientific excellence
Overburdening costs for all stakeholders Don't know
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C.6.8 Desirability
23
23
23
24
24
23
23
23
3
5
17
11
9
7
3
7
26
32
13
3
3
8
4
14
48
40
47
62
64
62
70
55
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
Public engagement will become a key aspect for evaluating individual researchers and research
organizations and it will have a similar importance as publications, conference papers etc.
The general public will take an active part in decision making processes regarding research topics (direction) and appraisal of publicly funded projects (appropriate-
ness)
A governance model for "upstream public engagement" will emerge, that provides for universal public
engagement
The rate of EU citizens participating in the activities of a CSO dealing with science and technology related issues
will rise to 15% (2010: 7%)
Social platforms will be promoted and consolidated to broaden the scientific interest of the civil society and to
increase input for the development of responsible strategic research agendas
"Responsible Development" that takes into account economic circumstances, so-cial perceptions, political and cultural frameworks and ethical compatibility will
be-come a key concept in R&D processes
The competencies of the general public for science and technology appraisal (un-derstanding political/ power
and ethical, environmental, legal and soci(et)al aspects) will increase
Every publicly funded research project is obliged to publish its results in a citizen oriented way
Yes No Don't know Not specified
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C.7 Science Communication
C.7.1 Expertise (n=127)
24
49
25
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Not specified
Expert knowledge
Common knowledge
%
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C.7.2 Time Frame
20
23
20
20
21
23
22
22
4
7
6
4
5
7
2
7
11
9
12
5
12
17
15
13
17
16
16
20
15
20
25
26
36
35
36
43
40
28
31
27
12
10
9
9
7
6
5
6
0 10 20 30 40 50
All research outputs will be required to include a lay summary describing research rationale, methodology,
results, any lessons learned and a more prospective statement about significance and possible implications
of the work.
Science Communication will be an integral part of the duties of all European scientists.
Collaborative forms of public – science interaction through web based technologies (blogs, wikis, text
editing, etc.) will become standard procedures before and after publication of research results.
The great majority of European research funders will have made science communication obligatory and a
condition of funding.
European research will be evaluated, in part at least, in terms of its success in science communication.
Professional and target group specific dissemination activities will take up significant parts of the budget in
publicly funded research projects.
New tools, guidelines and training courses assure that most researchers are successful science communicators
and most research reaches a mass audience
A much greater proportion of European citizens will routinely interacting with the scientific community, with the traditional separation of professional and
public eliminated by the explosion in new social media.
Until 2014 2015-2020 After 2020 Will not occur Don't know Not specified
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C.7.3 Political Level
4
5
8
5
4
11
6
7
0
1
5
1
2
2
7
9
48
52
39
44
43
43
40
34
10
6
14
7
7
11
12
12
15
13
11
20
20
9
11
15
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
All research outputs will be required to include a lay summary describing research rationale, methodology,
results, any lessons learned and a more prospective statement about significance and possible implications
of the work.
Science Communication will be an integral part of the duties of all European scientists.
Collaborative forms of public – science interaction through web based technologies (blogs, wikis, text
editing, etc.) will become standard procedures before and after publication of research results.
The great majority of European research funders will have made science communication obligatory and a
condition of funding.
European research will be evaluated, in part at least, in terms of its success in science communication.
Professional and target group specific dissemination activities will take up significant parts of the budget in
publicly funded research projects.
New tools, guidelines and training courses assure that most researchers are successful science communicators
and most research reaches a mass audience
A much greater proportion of European citizens will routinely interacting with the scientific community, with
the traditional separation of professional and public eliminated by the explosion in new social media.
Mainly european level Mainly national level
Shared responsibilities EU & national level Mainly regional level
Don't know Not specified
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C.7.4 Impacts
3
3
5
4
9
13
5
8
21
15
17
20
15
14
21
13
28
29
26
20
22
17
25
20
21
22
18
16
14
13
20
20
48
43
45
37
34
30
42
47
48
48
46
43
40
34
36
37
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
All research outputs will be required to include a lay summary describing research rationale, methodology,
results, any lessons learned and a more prospective statement about significance and possible implications
of the work.
Science Communication will be an integral part of the duties of all European scientists.
Collaborative forms of public – science interaction through web based technologies (blogs, wikis, text
editing, etc.) will become standard procedures before and after publication of research results.
The great majority of European research funders will have made science communication obligatory and a
condition of funding.
European research will be evaluated, in part at least, in terms of its success in science communication.
Professional and target group specific dissemination activities will take up significant parts of the budget in
publicly funded research projects.
New tools, guidelines and training courses assure that most researchers are successful science communicators
and most research reaches a mass audience
A much greater proportion of European citizens will routinely interacting with the scientific community, with
the traditional separation of professional and public eliminated by the explosion in new social media.
Advance responsible research & innovation Support social inclusion
Solution of grand challenges Scientific excellence
Economic competitiveness Don't know
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C.7.5 Policy Measures
5
4
7
5
8
12
10
8
34
36
39
24
24
22
30
50
37
35
27
35
35
35
29
15
40
40
37
52
43
44
32
24
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
All research outputs will be required to include a lay summary describing research rationale, methodology,
results, any lessons learned and a more prospective statement about significance and possible implications
of the work.
Science Communication will be an integral part of the duties of all European scientists.
Collaborative forms of public – science interaction through web based technologies (blogs, wikis, text
editing, etc.) will become standard procedures before and after publication of research results.
The great majority of European research funders will have made science communication obligatory and a
condition of funding.
European research will be evaluated, in part at least, in terms of its success in science communication.
Professional and target group specific dissemination activities will take up significant parts of the budget in
publicly funded research projects.
New tools, guidelines and training courses assure that most researchers are successful science communicators
and most research reaches a mass audience
A much greater proportion of European citizens will routinely interacting with the scientific community, with
the traditional separation of professional and public eliminated by the explosion in new social media.
Support of sustainable institutional structures Research funding programmes
Change in regulation (standards, guidelines, etc.) Dissemination activities addressing a broader public
Don't know
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C.7.6 Success Factors
6
6
10
7
12
16
6
10
28
31
26
35
28
21
27
26
37
38
38
38
27
25
35
33
33
33
27
31
38
39
35
27
14
12
14
15
7
10
16
20
0 10 20 30 40 50
All research outputs will be required to include a lay summary describing research rationale, methodology,
results, any lessons learned and a more prospective statement about significance and possible implications
of the work.
Science Communication will be an integral part of the duties of all European scientists.
Collaborative forms of public – science interaction through web based technologies (blogs, wikis, text
editing, etc.) will become standard procedures before and after publication of research results.
The great majority of European research funders will have made science communication obligatory and a
condition of funding.
European research will be evaluated, in part at least, in terms of its success in science communication.
Professional and target group specific dissemination activities will take up significant parts of the budget in
publicly funded research projects.
New tools, guidelines and training courses assure that most researchers are successful science communicators
and most research reaches a mass audience
A much greater proportion of European citizens will routinely interacting with the scientific community, with
the traditional separation of professional and public eliminated by the explosion in new social media.
Active participation of the private sector Empirical evidence for the tangible benefits
Interconnectedness between major stakeholders Suitable structures that enable policy learning
Don't know
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C.7.7 Risks
30
26
24
25
26
25
32
30
18
22
20
27
16
28
20
17
6
10
11
9
14
12
11
8
4
5
8
4
8
11
5
4
7
4
5
4
7
4
4
4
8
6
10
6
7
5
7
13
0 10 20 30 40
All research outputs will be required to include a lay summary describing research rationale, methodology,
results, any lessons learned and a more prospective statement about significance and possible implications
of the work.
Science Communication will be an integral part of the duties of all European scientists.
Collaborative forms of public – science interaction through web based technologies (blogs, wikis, text
editing, etc.) will become standard procedures before and after publication of research results.
The great majority of European research funders will have made science communication obligatory and a
condition of funding.
European research will be evaluated, in part at least, in terms of its success in science communication.
Professional and target group specific dissemination activities will take up significant parts of the budget in
publicly funded research projects.
New tools, guidelines and training courses assure that most researchers are successful science communicators
and most research reaches a mass audience
A much greater proportion of European citizens will routinely interacting with the scientific community, with
the traditional separation of professional and public eliminated by the explosion in new social media.
Enlargement of regional & social disparities Migration of risk technologies
Loss of economic competitiveness Decrease of scientific excellence
Overburdening costs for all stakeholders Don't know
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C.7.8 Desirability
18
18
19
18
18
19
19
19
6
4
12
7
10
13
10
7
13
15
18
15
17
28
11
12
63
64
51
60
56
40
61
62
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70
All research outputs will be required to include a lay summary describing research rationale, methodology,
results, any lessons learned and a more prospective statement about significance and possible implications
of the work.
Science Communication will be an integral part of the duties of all European scientists.
Collaborative forms of public – science interaction through web based technologies (blogs, wikis, text
editing, etc.) will become standard procedures before and after publication of research results.
The great majority of European research funders will have made science communication obligatory and a
condition of funding.
European research will be evaluated, in part at least, in terms of its success in science communication.
Professional and target group specific dissemination activities will take up significant parts of the budget in
publicly funded research projects.
New tools, guidelines and training courses assure that most researchers are successful science communicators
and most research reaches a mass audience
A much greater proportion of European citizens will routinely interacting with the scientific community, with the traditional separation of professional and
public eliminated by the explosion in new social media.
Yes No Don't know Not specified
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C.8 Science Education
C.8.1 Expertise (n=218)
19
64
17
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70
Not specified
Expert knowledge
Common knowledge
%
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C.8.2 Time Frame
17
17
19
18
19
19
19
19
19
9
9
4
15
4
8
10
8
11
21
20
7
17
7
10
16
4
11
26
23
19
18
19
21
13
22
28
23
27
39
24
39
36
31
37
26
4
4
12
7
12
6
11
10
6
0 10 20 30 40 50
The number of young people entering careers in science, research and technology will increase significantly due to government actions concerning science education
(e.g. National Action Plans)
Due to a focus on secondary school’s science-teaching pedagogy towards Inquiry Based Science Education
(IBSE), the number of young people choosing science subjects at universities will increase significantly
Inquiry-based teaching will be implemented as the standard science teaching and learning method in the
majority of secondary schools in Europe.
(Almost) all European universities offer children universities to provide scientific lectures for children.
The interest for science and its practice at a young age will be raised due to more science activities such as
science centres, science museums or class room projects.
The number of companies offering partnerships between industry, schools, and research organisations to
bridge the gap between science education and science careers, will increase significantly.
The use of new media and social networks will lead to a positive image of working in science.
International co-operation and exchange in the field of science education research will improve science teaching
practice in Europe significantly.
Systemic reforms that support science education practices sensitive to students’ gender, ethnic, culture
and social class variations will be implemented.
Until 2014 2015-2020 After 2020 Will not occur Don't know Not specified
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C.8.3 Political Level
3
5
5
6
3
5
12
2
7
8
12
7
14
24
21
11
3
6
36
33
35
28
24
26
32
46
40
27
24
25
18
20
22
13
4
15
7
7
8
14
8
6
13
25
12
0 10 20 30 40 50
The number of young people entering careers in science, research and technology will increase significantly due to
government actions concerning science education (e.g. National Action Plans)
Due to a focus on secondary school’s science-teaching pedagogy towards Inquiry Based Science Education
(IBSE), the number of young people choosing science subjects at universities will increase significantly
Inquiry-based teaching will be implemented as the standard science teaching and learning method in the
majority of secondary schools in Europe.
(Almost) all European universities offer children universities to provide scientific lectures for children.
The interest for science and its practice at a young age will be raised due to more science activities such as
science centres, science museums or class room projects.
The number of companies offering partnerships between industry, schools, and research organisations to bridge the gap between science education and science careers,
will increase significantly.
The use of new media and social networks will lead to a positive image of working in science.
International co-operation and exchange in the field of science education research will improve science teaching
practice in Europe significantly.
Systemic reforms that support science education practices sensitive to students’ gender, ethnic, culture
and social class variations will be implemented.
Mainly european level Mainly national level
Shared responsibilities EU & national level Mainly regional level
Don't know Not specified
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C.8.4 Impacts
5
9
12
10
6
6
10
7
7
47
36
21
15
20
49
18
23
21
35
35
29
22
25
26
18
39
19
31
24
20
10
15
17
15
26
16
32
34
32
40
47
22
38
30
49
31
25
26
19
20
30
24
32
24
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
The number of young people entering careers in science, research and technology will increase significantly due to
government actions concerning science education (e.g. National Action Plans)
Due to a focus on secondary school’s science-teaching pedagogy towards Inquiry Based Science Education
(IBSE), the number of young people choosing science subjects at universities will increase significantly
Inquiry-based teaching will be implemented as the standard science teaching and learning method in the
majority of secondary schools in Europe.
(Almost) all European universities offer children universities to provide scientific lectures for children.
The interest for science and its practice at a young age will be raised due to more science activities such as
science centres, science museums or class room projects.
The number of companies offering partnerships between industry, schools, and research organisations to bridge the gap between science education and science careers,
will increase significantly.
The use of new media and social networks will lead to a positive image of working in science.
International co-operation and exchange in the field of science education research will improve science teaching
practice in Europe significantly.
Systemic reforms that support science education practices sensitive to students’ gender, ethnic, culture
and social class variations will be implemented.
Advance responsible research & innovation Support social inclusion
Solution of grand challenges Scientific excellence
Economic competitiveness Don't know
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C.8.5 Policy Measures
4
6
7
8
4
7
9
4
7
37
34
29
37
53
35
50
25
23
30
37
43
13
14
19
10
22
31
34
33
28
24
26
32
18
51
40
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
The number of young people entering careers in science, research and technology will increase significantly due to
government actions concerning science education (e.g. National Action Plans)
Due to a focus on secondary school’s science-teaching pedagogy towards Inquiry Based Science Education
(IBSE), the number of young people choosing science subjects at universities will increase significantly
Inquiry-based teaching will be implemented as the standard science teaching and learning method in the
majority of secondary schools in Europe.
(Almost) all European universities offer children universities to provide scientific lectures for children.
The interest for science and its practice at a young age will be raised due to more science activities such as
science centres, science museums or class room projects.
The number of companies offering partnerships between industry, schools, and research organisations to bridge the gap between science education and science careers,
will increase significantly.
The use of new media and social networks will lead to a positive image of working in science.
International co-operation and exchange in the field of science education research will improve science teaching
practice in Europe significantly.
Systemic reforms that support science education practices sensitive to students’ gender, ethnic, culture
and social class variations will be implemented.
Support of sustainable institutional structures Research funding programmes
Change in regulation (standards, guidelines, etc.) Dissemination activities addressing a broader public
Don't know
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C.8.6 Success Factors
3
4
6
15
6
4
12
4
5
45
39
39
21
24
17
15
36
46
42
42
34
34
41
37
30
48
36
34
43
44
25
29
25
28
39
32
22
14
7
15
36
55
23
16
12
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
The number of young people entering careers in science, research and technology will increase significantly due to
government actions concerning science education (e.g. National Action Plans)
Due to a focus on secondary school’s science-teaching pedagogy towards Inquiry Based Science Education
(IBSE), the number of young people choosing science subjects at universities will increase significantly
Inquiry-based teaching will be implemented as the standard science teaching and learning method in the
majority of secondary schools in Europe.
(Almost) all European universities offer children universities to provide scientific lectures for children.
The interest for science and its practice at a young age will be raised due to more science activities such as
science centres, science museums or class room projects.
The number of companies offering partnerships between industry, schools, and research organisations to bridge the gap between science education and science careers,
will increase significantly.
The use of new media and social networks will lead to a positive image of working in science.
International co-operation and exchange in the field of science education research will improve science teaching
practice in Europe significantly.
Systemic reforms that support science education practices sensitive to students’ gender, ethnic, culture
and social class variations will be implemented.
Active participation of the private sector Empirical evidence for the tangible benefits
Interconnectedness between major stakeholders Suitable structures that enable policy learning
Don't know
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C.8.7 Risks
31
31
32
32
28
27
40
33
33
12
13
13
17
16
15
5
10
9
10
10
9
7
2
5
6
5
7
6
6
5
3
4
10
4
6
6
7
5
5
2
1
6
7
4
3
13
10
10
10
19
16
6
10
14
0 10 20 30 40 50
The number of young people entering careers in science, research and technology will increase significantly due to
government actions concerning science education (e.g. National Action Plans)
Due to a focus on secondary school’s science-teaching pedagogy towards Inquiry Based Science Education
(IBSE), the number of young people choosing science subjects at universities will increase significantly
Inquiry-based teaching will be implemented as the standard science teaching and learning method in the
majority of secondary schools in Europe.
(Almost) all European universities offer children universities to provide scientific lectures for children.
The interest for science and its practice at a young age will be raised due to more science activities such as
science centres, science museums or class room projects.
The number of companies offering partnerships between industry, schools, and research organisations to bridge the gap between science education and science careers,
will increase significantly.
The use of new media and social networks will lead to a positive image of working in science.
International co-operation and exchange in the field of science education research will improve science teaching
practice in Europe significantly.
Systemic reforms that support science education practices sensitive to students’ gender, ethnic, culture
and social class variations will be implemented.
Enlargement of regional & social disparities Migration of risk technologies
Loss of economic competitiveness Decrease of scientific excellence
Overburdening costs for all stakeholders Don't know
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C.8.8 Desirability
20
20
20
20
21
21
21
20
22
3
4
10
14
1
8
10
3
6
7
11
10
16
6
7
7
4
9
71
65
60
49
72
64
62
72
64
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
The number of young people entering careers in science, research and technology will increase significantly due to government actions concerning science education
(e.g. National Action Plans)
Due to a focus on secondary school’s science-teaching pedagogy towards Inquiry Based Science Education
(IBSE), the number of young people choosing science subjects at universities will increase significantly
Inquiry-based teaching will be implemented as the standard science teaching and learning method in the
majority of secondary schools in Europe.
(Almost) all European universities offer children universities to provide scientific lectures for children.
The interest for science and its practice at a young age will be raised due to more science activities such as
science centres, science museums or class room projects.
The number of companies offering partnerships between industry, schools, and research organisations
to bridge the gap between science education and science careers, will increase significantly.
The use of new media and social networks will lead to a positive image of working in science.
International co-operation and exchange in the field of science education research will improve science
teaching practice in Europe significantly.
Systemic reforms that support science education practices sensitive to students’ gender, ethnic, culture
and social class variations will be implemented.
Yes No Don't know Not specified
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Annex D - The Public Consultation Process: Workshop 1: The Programme
Workshop: Future of the Science in Society Programme
Panel/ Subgroups Topic
10:00 – 10:30 all participants Welcome and Introduction (DG Research)
10:30 – 10.45 all participants Introduction to Part 1 (Technopolis)
10.45 – 11.15 all participants Introduction to Part 2 (Fraunhofer ISI), introduction to the workshop concept and schedule
11.15 – 11.30 Coffee break
11:30 – 12.30 all participants Interactive Part: Identification of future needs of SiS actions
12:30 – 13:30 Lunch break
13:30 – 15:15 Panel Sessions/ Break out groups
In depth discussion of the results of the public consultation, development of policy implications
small groups (max. 10)
Panel 1: Open access
Panel 2: Science education
Panel 3: Public engagement / Ethics
Panel 4: Gender
Panel 5: Science Communication
15:15 –15.30 Coffee break
15:30 – 16:30 all participants Presentations of Panel Sessions (5-10 Minutes each), Open discussion on future policy options
16:30 – 16:45 all participants Wrap up
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Annex E - The Public Consultation Process: Workshop 1: The Participants
Participants
Name Institution
EU Commission
Isabelle Dupont DG Research & Innovation Belgium
Sivasegaram Manimaaran DG Research & Innovation Belgium
Evaluation Team
Neil Brown Technopolis Group Limited United Kingdom
Christien Enzing Technopolis Group Limited United Kingdom
Flora Giarracca
Technopolis Group Limited United Kingdom
Andrej Horvath Technopolis Group Limited United Kingdom
Sabeen Sidiqui
Technopolis Group Limited United Kingdom
Paul Simmonds Technopolis Group Limited United Kingdom
Marko Stermsek Technopolis Group Limited United Kingdom
James Stroyan Technopolis Group Limited United Kingdom
Bernd Beckert Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI Germany
Susanne Bührer Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI Germany
Kerstin Goos Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI Germany
Kerstin Kripp Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI Germany
Ralf Lindner Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI Germany
Thomas Stehnken Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI Germany
Ethics
Miltos Ladikas Centre for Professional Ethics, University of Central Lancashire United Kingdom
Ruud ter Meulen Bristol University United Kingdom
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Name Institution
Gender
Michèle Baron Ministère de la Recherche France
Claudine Hermann European Platform of Women Scientists France
Teresa Pinto Portuguese Association on Women's Studies Portugal
Elizabeth Pollitzer Portia Ltd. United Kingdom
Martina Schraudner Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der angewandten Forschung e.V. Germany
Corinna Wilken Die Österreichische Forschungsförderungsgesellschaft FFG Austria
Skaidre Zickiene Siauliai University, Faculty of Social Sciences, Deparment of Management Lithuania
Open Access
Lars Bjørnshauge SPARC Europe Netherlands
Marie Farge CNRS France
Ulrich Herb SULB Saarbrücken Germany
Barbara Kalumenos STM - International Association of Scientific, Technical and Medical Publishers, Public Affairs United Kingdom
Hans Pfeiffenberger Open Access Working Group of the Helmholtz Association Germany
Public Engagement
Maximilian Fochler Universität Wien Austria
Sonja van der Arend TU Delft The Netherlands
Science Communication
Joachim Allgeier Forschungszentrum Jülich, Ethics in the Neurosciences Germany
Michel Claessens ITER Belgium
Anne-Catherine Hauglustaine-Robert
Jardin des Sciences, EUSCEA network France
Cees Midden Eindhoven University of Technology The Netherlands
Gemma Revuelta Science Communication Observatory Spain
Halil Sykja University of Tirana
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Name Institution
Albany
Science Education
Gabriele Anzellotti University of Trento, Faculty of Mathematical, Physical and Natural Sciences Italy
Nuria de Salvador Xtec Spain
Alexa Joyce European Schoolnet Brussels Belgium
Ajda Kahveci Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University, Çanakkale Turkey
Monika Réti Institute of Education of Development Hungary
Ulrike Steiger EU-Forschungsreferat der Pädagogischen Hochschulen in Baden-Württemberg Germany
Manuela Wenzel-Breuer Pädagogische Hochschule Heidelberg Germany
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Annex F – The Impact Assessment Workshop 2: The Programme
Registration and refreshments from 09.30
10.00 – 10.10 Plenary Welcome presentation (Fraunhofer ISI)
Purpose, Programme, Ground rules, Groups
10:10 – 10:30 Plenary Presentation by DG Research and Innovation on current context
10:30 – 11.00 Plenary Presentation of key messages from interim evaluation (Technopolis)
11:00 – 12:30 Thematic Groups Policy objectives, Policy Options, Impact Assessment
12:30 – 13:30 Lunch break
13:30 – 15:00 Thematic Groups Continuation of Impact Assessment with a special view on RRI requirements
15:00 – 15.15 Coffee break
15:15 – 16:45 Plenary Presentation of main results from the groups and plenary discussion about the RRI approach as a whole and how to communicate this in an integrated way (ISI)
16:45 – 16:50 Plenary Closing remarks and farewell (ISI)
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Annex G – The Impact Assessment Workshop 2: The Participants
Expert workshop: Future of the Science in Society Programme Brussels, 22 June 2012
Participants
Name Institution
Jean-Pierre Alix CNRS France
Bernd Beckert Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI Germany
Lars Bjørnshauge SPARC Europe the Netherlands
Franz Bogner Z-MNU (Centre of Math & Science Education), University of Bayreuth Germany
Susanne Bührer Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI Germany
Nuria de Salvador Xtec Spain
Peter Fisch DG RTD A6, Ex Post Evaluation Unit EU
Flora Giaracca Technolopis Group Limited United Kingdom
Erich Griessler Institute for Advanced Studies Austria
Alexa Joyce European Schoolnet Brussels Belgium
Kerstin Junge Tavistock Institute United Kingdom
Murat Kahveci University of Hamburg Turkey
Kerstin Kripp Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI Germany
Henning Kroll Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI Germany
Les Levidow The Open University United Kingdom
Ralf Lindner Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI Germany
Niclas Meyer Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI Germany
Margaret Mort Lancaster University United Kingdom
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Name Institution
Christophe Morvan Fondations Sciences Citoyennes France
Herbert Münder EUSEA Germany
Bhanu Neupane UNESCO France
Carole Paleco European Platform of Women Scientists-EPWS Belgium
Elizabeth Pollitzer Portia Ltd. United Kingdom
Peter Rebernik EUSEA Austria
Monika Reti Institute of Education of Development Hungary
Kjetil Rommetveit University of Bergen Norway
Jens Schneider Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI Germany
Martina Schraudner Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der angewandten Forschung e.V. Germany
Paul Simmonds Technolopis Group Limited United Kingdom
Marko Stermsek Technolopis Group Limited United Kingdom
James Stroyan Technolopis Group Limited United Kingdom
Alma Swan Key Perspectives Ltd. United Kingdom
Ruud ter Meulen Bristol University United Kingdom
Sybille van den Hove Median SCP Spain
Jeroen van den Hoven TU Delft the Netherlands
Guido van Steendam International Forum for Biophilosophy Belgium
Marjolein Zweekhorst Athena institute FALW, Uni Amsterdam the Netherlands
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Annex H - Indicators for future evaluation and assessment exercises for Science in society actions
H.1 Ethics
Increase the provisions in publicly funded research projects to conduct ethically sound science / Implement an EU Ethics Framework for responsible research and innovation
To what extent do you believe ethical issues are relevant to your research project (tick box)?1
• Not relevant
• Minor relevance
• Significant relevance
• Critical
Number of Ethicists or others with considerable ethics experience involved in the project2
Did your project undergo an Ethics Review (and/or Screening)?3
Please indicate whether your project involved any of the following issues (tick box)4:
• RESEARCH ON HUMANS
• RESEARCH ON HUMAN EMBRYO/FOETUS
• PRIVACY
• RESEARCH ON ANIMALS
• RESEARCH INVOLVING DEVELOPING COUNTRIES
• DUAL USE
Increase awareness of ethical issues among EU researchers and companies
• Increased acceptance of ethical issues among the employees of the participating organisations (research institutes, universities, enterprises, others)
• Deepened competencies, knowledge and skills on ethical issues within the participating organisations
• Increased awareness among the employees for the benefits associated with ethical issues • Implementation of training courses on ethical issues • Institutionalisation of responsibilities and dedicated resources for ethical issues (central unit,
decentral representatives) within the participation organisations
1 Science and society reporting questionnaire 2 Science and society reporting questionnaire 3 See Template Project Final Report, part 4.3: Report on societal implications 4 See Template Project Final Report, part 4.3: Report on societal implications
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H.2 Gender
Workforce statistics / alternative career paths and recruitment processes in research
Workforce statistics: Number of people (woman/men) who worked on the project (on a headcount basis)5
• Scientific Coordinator
• Work package leaders
• Experienced researchers (i.e. PhD holders)
• PhD Students
• Other
Long-term increase / decrease in women’s access to key roles in research and innovation within the participating organisations: total number and shares compared to the overall distribution in staff
Kind of career paths existing within the participating organisations: expert career, careers for executive positions, others (please specify)
Use of anonymised recruitment processes within the participating organisations [Yes, please specify the kind of positions for which such a procdure is used / No]
Any changes already implemented or planned regarding the career paths and recruitment processes within the participating organisations?
Provide all universities and research organisations in Europe with gender action plans in order to recruit and retain more women for science
Existence of gender actions plans within the project partners’ organisations
• Yes, all partners
• No, not all partners, but ... % disposing of a GAP
• No participating organisation disposing of a GAP yet
Type of actions mentioned within the GAPs6
• Design and implementation of an equal opportunity policy
• Clear defined targets to achieve a gender balance in the workforce
• Organisation of conferences and workshops on gender
• Actions to improve work-life balance
• Other [text box]
Norms, values and stereotypes shaping the institutional environment
• Existence, quantity and quality of measures and actions promoting gender equality
• Existence of a monitoring system to evaluate progress regarding gender equality
• Creation of an enabling environment for the advancement of women in S&T: gender sensibility of the existing reward and career mechanisms
5 See Template Project Final Report, part 4.3: Report on societal implications 6 See Template Project Final Report, part 4.3: Report on societal implications
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Impacts of participation in gender projects on the participating organisations
• Increased acceptance gender issues among the employees of the participating organisations (research institutes, universities, enterprises, others)
• Increased sensibilities about existing stereotypes and discriminations among the workforce of the participating organisations
• Increased awareness for the benefits associated with am improved gender policy among the staff • Implementation of training courses on gender issues • Institutionalisation of responsibilities and dedicated resources for gender issues (central unit,
decentral representatives) • Implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems / Integration of gender issues in the existing
KPI systems
Make the early integration of gender aspects in research part of the project selection process and common standard at EU and MS level
Was there a gender dimension associated with the research content [Yes, please specify / No] 7
Distribution of resources (time, money) according to gender
• Gender bias regarding the distribution of resources within the organisation
• Genderisation of science and technology: number (total number and share) of research and development projects considering gender aspects in research
Contribution of the project regarding the development of research-related standards [Yes, please specify / No] 8
Specific training for all members of project assessment panels to raise their awareness of possible gender bias
7 Science and society reporting questionnaire 8 Science and society reporting questionnaire
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H.3 Governance
Consider scientific advice and expertise in policy-making processes in a transparent and inclusive way
Policy impacts, particularly at EU level9:
• Working documents
• Regulations
• Improved problem-solving • Scientific advice and decision-making processes at different geographical levels10
• Policy (development) in SiS at different geographical levels or multiple levels
• Innovation in policy-making11
• Adoption and / or establishment of common guidelines including the formulation of good practices regarding the dimensions of SiS in the ERA ensuring responsible research and innovation
Encourage knowledge exchange with the society
Network structure and cooperation behaviour
• Share of new and existing partnerships within the project12
• New / improved interactions with the wider environment (direct interactions, indirect interactions, financial interactions13)
• Change in attitudes and behaviour regarding collaboration • New ways of stakeholder involvement and participatory processes • Formation of networks to structure research and debates • Structured partnerships with business14 • Establishment of structures promoting knowledge sharing between universities / research
organisations and society
Wider impacts on the respective systems:
• Main intended users and / or beneficiaries of the projects and its results (Universities and research organisation outside the project; private companies; public administration; policymakers; CSOs, associations / societies / federations, trade unions, consumer associations etc.)15
• Impact on these groups (in which way?) • Diffusion of innovation in products, services and processes16 • Strengthened competitive position of industry
9 See Manfred Horvat, Reflections on Evaluating FP7 Activities. Presentation during the workshop „Planning the future Knowledge Base for Evaluation“, Conf-Shop, Brussels, 30 September 2011, particularly issues 6-9
10 Questionnaire for SaS/SiS project participants 11 EPEC (2011): Understanding the Long Term Impact of the Framework Programme Final Report to the European
Commission, DG Research 12 Questionnaire for SaS/SiS project participants 13 Spaapen, Jack; van Drooge, Leonie (2011): Introduction „productive interactions“ in social impact assessment. In:
Research Evaluation, September 2011, pp. 211-218. 14 Questionnaire for SaS/SiS project participants 15 Questionnaire for SaS/SiS project participants 16 EPEC (2011): Understanding the Long Term Impact of the Framework Programme Final Report to the European
Commission, DG Research
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Improve policy coordination across all levels as well as the management of research institutions
Knowledge gain17:
• Improved understanding of issues / problems • Improved internal knowledge and capabilities • Improved ability or capacity to conduct R&D • Enhanced reputation and image • Improved competitive position • Increased understanding between science and wider audiences • Increased discussion of societal aspects within the research community • Raised awareness among scientists of the concerns / interests of citizens
Structural impacts on ERA and European added value like18
• The formation of durable research communities • Spaces for mutual learning and benchmarking • Changes in research capabilities and behaviour, critical mass, • Better Integration of research • Improved Cohesion of Europe
17 Questionnaire for SaS/SiS project participants 18 See Manfred Horvat, Reflections on Evaluating FP7 Activitites. Presentation durnig the workshop „Planning the future
Knowledge Base for Evaluation“, Conf-Shop, Brussels, 30 September 2011, particularly issues 6-9
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H.4 Open Access
Increase the availability of research data and publications of publicly funded research in Europe via Open Access
How many Articles were published / accepted for publication in peer-reviewed journals?
• How many of these are published in open access journals?
• How many of these are published in open repositories?
Strengthen the use of creative common licenses or similar mechanisms
• Number of common licenses used
• Other mechanisms used
Increase awareness of the importance of Open Access among researchers)
• Increased acceptance of open access among the employees of the participating organisations (research institutes, universities, enterprises, others)
• Deepened competencies, knowledge and skills on open access among the workforce of the participating organisation
• Increased awareness for the benefits associated with open access among the staff
Support the access of all existing decentral repositories via a unified interoperable European search portal
• Increased knowledge about unified metadata and document standards necessary for a unified interoperable European search portal
• Use of the unified metadata and document standards
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H.5 Public Engagement
Increase the involvement of stakeholders in the development of research priorities, including broadly based consensus-building processes
Did your project engage with societal actors beyond the research community? [Yes/No]
If yes, did you engage with citizens (citizens' panels / juries) or organised civil society (NGOs, patients' groups etc.)?
• No
• Yes, in determining what research should be performed
• Yes, in implementing the research
• Yes, in communicating /disseminating / using the results of the project In doing so, did your project involve actors whose role is mainly to organise the dialogue with citizens and organised civil society (e.g. professional mediator; communication company, science museums)? [Yes/No] 19
Did you engage with government / public bodies or policy makers (including international organisations)
• No
• Yes, in framing the research agenda
• Yes, in implementing the research agenda
• Yes, in communicating /disseminating / using the results of the project 20
Will the project generate outputs (expertise or scientific advice) which could be used by policy makers?
• Yes, as a primary objective (please indicate areas below- multiple answers possible)
• Yes, as a secondary objective (please indicate areas below - multiple answer possible)
• No If Yes, in which fields?
If Yes, at which level?
• Local / regional levels
• National level
• European level
• International level 21
Support the publication of the results of every publicly funded research project in a citizen-oriented way
Kind and number of items covering the project in the non-academic press (print, radio, television)22:
19 See Template Project Final Report, part 4.3: Report on societal implications 20 See Template Project Final Report, part 4.3: Report on societal implications 21 See Template Project Final Report, part 4.3: Report on societal implications 22 Questionnaire for SaS/SiS project participants
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Creation or participation in an event in order to communicate with the public (i.e. not just other researchers in the press): If yes, please specify
Activities to disseminate the project results (specifically) to audiences beyond research / academia:
• No. of popular science publications (books, book chapters, articles in newspapers/ magazines
• No. of lectures to the public (open lectures at universities, guest lectures by researchers)
• No. of participations in TV/radio
• No. of open houses
• No. of active participations in science cafés, science festivals, researchers’ nights
Promote the integration of social perceptions, political and cultural frameworks, economic circumstances and ethical compatibility as a key concept in R&D processes
• Increased awareness about public engagement issues among the employees of the participating organisations (research institutes, universities, enterprises, others)
• Deepened competencies, knowledge and skills on public engagement among the staff of the participating organisation
• Increased awareness for the benefits associated with public engagement within the participating organisation
• Institutionalisation of responsibilities and dedicated resources for public engagement (central unit, decentral representatives)
• Implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems / Integration of public engagement issues in the existing KPI systems
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H.6 Science Education
Increase government actions and implement systemic reforms (e.g. National Action Plans) that support science education practices in STEM to raise the number of young people entering careers in science, research and technology.
Indicators to measure young people’s attitudes and motivation in science and scientific literacy:
• Proportion of national student cohort studying STEM subjects at level 4 and at level 5, indexed against EU average and showing the three year trend;
• Share of students following second stage of tertiary education leading to an advanced research qualification;
• EU MS performance on OECD PISA scientific literacy stats;
• EU MS performance for STEM being taught in 7-11 age group by STEM graduates;
• Young people's (<11 years) attitudes to science and science careers and their inclination to go on to study science. 23
Indicators to measure effects of STEM –skills on labour market/labour market requirements:
• EU MS STEM job vacancies by broad economic sector (absolute, indexed, and 3-year trend);
• EU MS salary levels for STEM occupations indexed against salary levels for non-STEM
• EU MS employers views on STEM-related skills shortages and resulting labour market inefficiencies and costs; 24
Identifying the most successful IBSE projects and networks and building on / strengthening these (i.e. concentration of effort).
Indicators to measure the efficiency and effectivity of existing science teaching practices and innovative methods, i.e. IBSE
• proportion of STEM students taught by IBSE • proportion of STEM teacher adopt IBSE methods
Develop and promote a more diverse range of pedagogical approaches and other types of science activities.
• Does your project involve working with students and/or school pupils (e.g. open days, participation in science festivals and events, prizes/competitions or joint projects)? [Yes, please specify / No] 25
• Does the project generate any science education material (e.g. kits, websites, explanatory booklets, DVDs)? [Yes, please specify / No] 26
23 Public engagement: International review, analysis and proposals on indicators for measuring public engagement. VA Report 2011:2. Stockholm.
24 Public engagement: International review, analysis and proposals on indicators for measuring public engagement. VA Report 2011:2. Stockholm.
25 See Template Project Final Report, part 4.3: Report on societal implications 26 See Template Project Final Report, part 4.3: Report on societal implications
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Support and strengthen international co-operation and exchange in science education research to improve science teaching practice.
Indicators to measure collaborations in science education as well as the level of these collaborations ( regional/national/EU-level)
• Partnerships schools/industry
• Partnerships schools/research institutes
• Collaboration of teachers in teacher learning communities
• Cooperations between teachers and researchers
• Cooperations between innovative SME and universities or other higher education institutions27
Encourage the offer of partnerships between industry, schools, and research organisations to bridge the gap between science education and science careers.
Does your project involve working with students and/or school pupils (e.g. open days, participation in science festivals and events, prizes/competitions or joint projects)? [Yes, please specify / No] 28
Does your partnership employ and train researchers? [Yes/No] 29
How much (including the value of time spent, as well as paid-out costs) do you estimate your project (when it is completed) will have spent on considering and dealing with Science Education, Training and Career Development issues? 30
Does this project anticipate having a direct impact on the local economy?
If Yes, is the project:
• Stimulating employment
• Retaining highly trained personnel
• Creating possible spin-out/start-up companies 31
27 Public engagement: International review, analysis and proposals on indicators for measuring public engagement. VA Report 2011:2. Stockholm.
28 See Template Project Final Report, part 4.3: Report on societal implications 29 Science and society reporting questionnaire 30 Science and society reporting questionnaire 31 Science and society reporting questionnaire
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