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Science and research

The Netherlands is a knowledge economy par excellence. To remain internationally competitive, it is important to stimulate good research and attract and retain talent. The value of science is evident in its contribution to solving societal challenges, strengthening the earning capacity of the Netherlands, setting and interpreting (future) issues, and providing input for education. This appreciation means that science is becoming increasingly intertwined with other domains and that science policy is increasingly interacting with other domains, including (but not exclusively) health care, innovation and the economy, sustainability, mobility, and security.

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Dialogic helps science and research to reach its full potential.

In 2020, Dialogic conducted a policy review of the Research and Science Policy of the Ministry of Education, Culture and Science. Dialogic conducts research on various topics within science and research:

  • (Support for) evaluations of institutes
    Public institutes funded by the government for research need to be evaluated regularly (usually every 4 to 5 years). Dialogic regularly conducts such evaluations or supports evaluation committees. We investigate whether an institute operates effectively and efficiently, often following the guidelines of the Strategic Evaluation Protocol.
  • Evaluations of the societal impact of research
    Much scientific research aims to create societal value. Research is carried out in collaboration with the industry to achieve economic impact, and various schemes are geared towards promoting this collaboration. Research can also inform policy, for which the government funds the research. Dialogic evaluates regularly whether this impact is being achieved and how scientific research is translated into knowledge with societal value.
  • Research on innovations and developments in the science system
    Science and research themselves are subject to developments. Topics such as data, data infrastructures, open science, and new forms of recognition & appreciation have seen significant evolution in recent years. Dialogic frequently conducts research on the latest developments and explores scenarios for the future to advise on policy preparation or where additional investments are needed.
  • Knowledge security
    In recent years, the risks of unwanted knowledge transfer, clandestine influence, and ethical issues for individuals working at Dutch knowledge institutions have increased, posing both individual and societal risks. Dialogic regularly conducts research into this theme and is familiar with the dilemmas and challenges faced by the sector. We have experience in monitoring and evaluating knowledge security policies and also provide support in shaping them.
I prefer to conduct groundbreaking research with clear societal relevance, using qualitative and quantitative research methods.

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Requesting a proposal

Do you have a specific research question or assignment and would you like to receive a quote from us? Then you can send your question by e-mail to tenderdesk@dialogic.nl. You can also draw our attention to (public) tenders via this address. We will respond within five working days.

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