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RAND Europe is a not-for-profit research institute that helps improve policy and decision making through research and analysis, in Europe and beyond. Read our research and commentaries at randeurope.org

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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 31/07/2025
Are we prepared for scenarios where advanced AI systems operate beyond human oversight? Check out the findings from our new report on emergency preparedness for AI loss-of-control incidents Explore the report & recommendations here: www.rand.org/pubs/researc...
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Strengthening Emergency Preparedness and Response for AI Loss of Control Incidents
This report focuses on understanding and addressing AI loss of control (LOC) scenarios where human oversight fails to adequately constrain an autonomous, general-purpose AI.
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 30/07/2025
Our submission to the UK Parliament Public Accounts Committee highlights how the UK can strengthen its response to antimicrobial resistance (AMR) through the National Action Plan. Read here: www.rand.org/pubs/perspec...
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Antimicrobial resistance: addressing the risks
This document provides RAND Europe’s submission of evidence in relation to the UK Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee’s Call for Evidence on the risks associated with antimicrobial resistance.
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 29/07/2025
UK non-commercial cancer research relies heavily on charity donations, making it vulnerable to economic & other shocks. Our latest study for Cancer Research UK identifies a dedicated endowment fund as the best option to secure predictable, long-term funding. More on: www.rand.org/pubs/researc...
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More resilient funding for cancer research in the UK
This study explores options for how cancer research funding in the UK could be made more resilient. In discussion with Cancer Research UK, an endowment fund was identified as the preferred option.
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 25/07/2025
Our recent evaluation of the Alternative Provision Specialist Taskforce pilot, funded by Youth Endowment Fund, in collaboration‬ with FFT Datalab & University of Westminster, found that the pilot helped improving children’s attendance. Full report by YEF: youthendowmentfund.org.uk/funding/eval...
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Alternative Provision Specialist Taskforce | Youth Endowment Fund
Providing specialist support to alternative provision schools to improve their skills and capabilities
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 25/07/2025
We’re hiring! Join our Cambridge team and help shape evidence-based solutions to today’s most pressing policy challenges. Check out our latest openings across research and operations: www.rand.org/randeurope/e...
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RAND Europe Employment Opportunities
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 25/07/2025
How does Moscow view British and French nuclear deterrents, and what does this mean for NATO’s deterrence posture? Our latest study explores shifting Russian perceptions since 2010, providing insights to help inform future deterrence policy. Read more: www.rand.org/randeurope/r...
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Evolving Russian perceptions of the British and French nuclear deterrents
RAND Europe, commisioned by the UK Ministry of Defence, examined how Russian experts perceive British and French nuclear forces. Findings highlight shifting views and underline the importance of both ...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 24/07/2025
Drawing on RAND Europe research, Francesca Ghiretti shared insights with the UK House of Lords International Relations and Defence Committee on UK-US strategic dependencies & transatlantic cooperation in a contested global economy. Watch here: parliamentlive.tv/event/index/...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 24/07/2025
Our latest submission to the UK Parliament’s Defence Committee examines the Australia-United Kingdom-United States (AUKUS) agreement, and how shifting geopolitical dynamics shape opportunities & risks for defence cooperation. Read here: www.rand.org/pubs/testimo...
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Call for Evidence - AUKUS
This document provides RAND Europe’s submission of evidence in relation to the UK Parliament’s Defence Committee's Call for Evidence on the Australia-United Kingdom-United States (AUKUS) trilateral ag...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 24/07/2025
Our latest research for the Royal British Legion aims to project future trends in the UK Armed Forces Community, including shifts in age, gender, ethnicity and support needs. Explore the project: www.rand.org/randeurope/r...
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Population Projections of the UK Armed Forces Community
RAND Europe is researching to project the future size and demographics of the UK Armed Forces Community. The findings will guide the Royal British Legion's strategic planning out to 2045.
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 23/07/2025
Our recent commentary by John Kennedy & William Dunbar explores how can Europe extends political & economic support to countries like Armenia, Georgia & Moldova as they seek closer ties with the EU. Read here: www.rand.org/pubs/comment...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 23/07/2025
How will mental needs for the UK Armed Forces Community evolve by 2045? Our new project with @combatstress.bsky.social, supported by @fimt.bsky.social, explores future trends & scenarios to help charities & support services plan for the future. More on: www.rand.org/randeurope/r...
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Future scenarios for mental health support within the UK Armed Forces Community
RAND Europe, in partnership with Combat Stress and funded by Forces in Mind Trust, is investigating how trends and innovations may shape mental health needs and services for UK Armed Forces personnel,...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 21/07/2025
Women’s Health Hubs showed promise, but UK progress on women’s health may be stalling. In this commentary, Jennifer Bousfield, Stephanie Stockwell & Sonja Marjanovic stress the need for sustainable funding, stronger collaboration & inclusive innovation. Read here: www.rand.org/pubs/comment...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 21/07/2025
UK businesses are losing an estimated £77B a year due to employee absence & presenteeism. In our latest piece, Ben Moss unpacks the root causes of economic inactivity & outlines what employers & policymakers can do to turn the tide. Read here: www.linkedin.com/pulse/econom...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 18/07/2025
We’re hiring! Join our Defence, Security & Justice team in Cambridge. We’re looking for: 🔹 Admin Assistant 🔹 Head of Data Science Lab 🔹 Research Leader/Senior Analyst – Space Security Apply here: www.rand.org/randeurope/e...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 18/07/2025
For every £1 the UK invests in the European Space Agency, an estimated £7.49 is returned to the economy. Our latest report shows how UK membership in ESA drives growth, employment, productivity & scientific progress. Read here: www.rand.org/pubs/researc...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 18/07/2025
Why should continuing professional development be a priority in the UK early years education sector? Elena Rosa Speciani reflects on RAND Europe evaluations showing how high-quality, accessible training can benefit children, practitioners & the sector. Read here: www.rand.org/pubs/comment...
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For the UK's Early Years Education Workforce, Professional Development Should Be a Priority, Not a Perk
When early years practitioners are equipped with high-quality, evidence-informed professional development, the benefits ripple outwards: to children, to families, and to the sector as a whole. If the ...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 17/07/2025
How can we build a resilient, inclusive quantum workforce? Our recent research outlines 8 steps from cross-sector collaboration to social-good frameworks for shaping the future of quantum tech. Explore more: www.rand.org/randeurope/r... Read the report: www.rand.org/pubs/researc...
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Building quantum technology skills and talent: Insights and future pathways
RAND Europe and the Novo Nordisk Foundation convened a roundtable to explore critical components of the quantum technology ecosystem, with a focus on skills and talent development.
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 17/07/2025
Our latest submission to the UK Parliament’s Home Affairs Committee explores how AI, LLMs & deepfakes are reshaping radicalisation, and the rising challenges for preventing & countering violent extremism. Read here: www.rand.org/pubs/testimo...
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Combatting new forms of extremism
This document provides RAND Europe's submission to the Home Affairs Committee's Call for Evidence on Combatting New Forms of Extremism. It discusses how the internet, social media, AI, LLMs and deepfa...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 16/07/2025
Charlie Coyte & Daniela Rodriguez-Rincon explore, in our latest commentary, how metascience can help improve the UK’s research system through funding, dissemination & responsible AI. Read here: www.rand.org/pubs/comment...
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Doing Research Better: The Role of Metascience in the UK Research Sector
The UK research sector is under significant strain in resources and output. To maintain its leadership in global research and innovation the machinery of the system should be tested and updated. This ...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 16/07/2025
Yesterday James Black gave evidence to the House of Commons' Science, Innovation and Technology Committee on science diplomacy. James spoke on threats from hostile states, AI, research security, space defence & more, drawing on RAND Europe research. Watch here: parliamentlive.tv/event/index/...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 16/07/2025
Yesterday, Francesca Ghiretti joined @bloomberglp.bsky.social’s The Pulse with Francine Lacqua & Amanda van Dyke to discuss China’s economy, the trade war & the role of critical minerals & export controls. Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=XpJa...
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China AI Chips Reversal, EU Targets Boeing, US Cars & Bourbon | Bloomberg The Pulse 7/15
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 16/07/2025
Our latest research, together with Ipsos, evaluated the impact, delivery & value for money of UK investments in the European Space Agency. Findings suggest significant economic & scientific benefits, supporting innovation, industry & global influence. Full report: www.rand.org/pubs/researc...
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Evaluating the benefits of the UK’s investments in the European Space Agency
The UK’s investments in ESA continue to deliver significant value to the UK economy, scientific and technical advancements, commercial success and a boost to the UK’s reputation, more than could have ...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 15/07/2025
Can community pharmacies ease NHS pressure by delivering more clinical services? Our recent evaluation for NHS England explores how community pharmacies services are working & what’s needed to make them more effective & sustainable. Learn more: www.rand.org/randeurope/r...
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Evaluation of Clinical Services in Community Pharmacy
RAND Europe evaluated NHS England's agreement with community pharmacies to help provide specific clinical services to the public.
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 15/07/2025
Our latest RAND Europe study for Youth Futures Foundation explores the risk factors behind young people in the UK becoming NEET – Not in Education, Employment or Training, with a focus on education & wellbeing. Learn more: www.rand.org/randeurope/r...
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Rapid Evidence Assessment exploring NEET risk factors
RAND Europe is investigating why some young people in England are not in school, work, or training (NEET), with a particular focus on understanding the risks they face, especially in terms of staying ...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 15/07/2025
Can community pharmacies play a larger role in healthcare delivery? Our new RAND Europe evaluation for NHS England explores how Community Pharmacy Contractual Framework – CPCF services are working & where challenges remain. Full report: www.rand.org/pubs/researc...
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A qualitative evaluation of clinical services under the Community Pharmacy Contractual Framework
A qualitative evaluation exploring how CPCF clinical services are implemented in England's community pharmacies. Pharmacies found to offer accessible care, but face financial strain, limited integrati...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 14/07/2025
“The EU will certainly need to understand what alternatives exist to current sources of critical raw materials” – Rebecca Lucas for Euronews. As defence demands & geopolitical tensions rise, Rebecca highlights the need for supply chain resilience. Read the article: www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...
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Critical raw materials — the key to enabling the EU to rearm
The EU’s efforts to rearm face a hidden vulnerability: a heavy reliance on critical raw materials. To reduce these dependencies, Brussels is pushing for domestic extraction, recycling, and diversifica...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 14/07/2025
Commissioned by @nhsenglandldn.bsky.social, our RAND Europe evaluation explore how clinical services under the Community Pharmacy Contractual Framework are being delivered. Full report: www.rand.org/pubs/researc... Explore the project: www.rand.org/randeurope/r...
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A qualitative evaluation of clinical services under the Community Pharmacy Contractual Framework
A qualitative evaluation exploring how CPCF clinical services are implemented in England's community pharmacies. Pharmacies found to offer accessible care, but face financial strain, limited integrati...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 11/07/2025
🎯We’re growing! Our Cambridge office is looking for talented individuals to help shape the policy landscape through rigorous and evidence-based research. 🔍If this sounds like you, check our latest openings across research and operations. Apply here: www.rand.org/randeurope/e...
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RAND Europe Employment Opportunities
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 11/07/2025
Our RAND Europe response to the EU Commission’s consultation on the proposed EU Cloud and AI Development Act is now live. It offers strategic recommendations to strengthen Europe’s digital infrastructure& AI leadership. Read here: www.rand.org/pubs/testimo...
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RAND Europe's Response to the EU Cloud and AI Development Act Call for Evidence
RAND Europe provides a response to the European Commission's call for evidence and public consultation to the proposed EU Cloud and AI Development Act assessing the Act's objectives and providing stra...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 10/07/2025
How can we strengthen compliance under the Biological Weapons Convention with biotech & AI threats? Sana Zakaria explores pathways to boost trust, transparency & accountability in this report via International Science Council. 🎥 youtu.be/RP3O7ju3hho Full report: council.science/wp-content/u...
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Strengthening the Biological Weapons Convention through science
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 10/07/2025
Last week at the Health Services Research UK 2025 conference, Jennifer Newbould joined colleagues from Brace and Rset for a workshop on patient and public involvement and engagement (PPIE) in rapid evaluation, drawing on research on embedding meaningful PPIE in evidence-based research.
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 10/07/2025
Millions of working-age people in the UK are out of the labour force. What can employers do about it? Ben Moss explores the drivers of economic inactivity and what the Keep Britain Working Review could mean for wellbeing, inclusion & productivity. Read more: www.linkedin.com/pulse/econom...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 09/07/2025
This morning, the UK House of Commons Defence Committee published its report on Defence in the Grey Zone. We’re happy to see RAND Europe’s evidence cited, drawing on our extensive research into hybrid threats & national resilience. Full report: committees.parliament.uk/work/7937/de...
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Defence in the Grey Zone - Reports, special reports and government responses - Committees - UK Parliament
Report, special report and government response publications for Defence in the Grey Zone.
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 09/07/2025
Our latest submission to the UK House of Commons Defence Committee’s inquiry on the AUKUS trilateral agreement has been published. The evidence draws on extensive RAND Europe research across Pillars I & II of the initiative. Read here: committees.parliament.uk/writtenevide...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 08/07/2025
Our latest RAND Europe project evaluating @healthfoundation.bsky.social's Adopting Innovation programme explored what it takes to build effective innovation ecosystems across England’s healthcare system. Explore the project here: www.rand.org/randeurope/r...
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Evaluation of the Adopting Innovation Programme
RAND Europe, commissioned by the Health Foundation, evaluated the effectiveness of the Adopting Innovation programme's four innovation hubs.
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 04/07/2025
As Armenia, Georgia & Moldova seek closer ties with Europe, they remain vulnerable to Russian interference. John Kennedy & William Dunbar explore how the West can offer meaningful support to countries in the “waiting room”. Read here: www.rand.org/pubs/comment...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 04/07/2025
We’re hiring! We’re looking for talented individuals to join our team in Cambridge. If you’re passionate about using evidence to inform better policy and decision-making, explore the current openings across our research and operations teams. Apply today: www.rand.org/randeurope/e...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 03/07/2025
How can the UK build a more resilient future for cancer research funding? Our latest project with @cancerresearchuk.org explores novel funding models to ensure long-term sustainability & innovation. Learn more: www.rand.org/randeurope/r...
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Identifying options for more resilient cancer research funding in the UK
RAND Europe, commissioned by Cancer Research UK, is conducting research to identify options for more resilient funding of cancer research in the UK.
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 03/07/2025
With the NHS 10-Year launched today, new RAND Europe research supported by @wellcometrust.bsky.social highlights research & innovation as essential factors enabling NHS transformation, from better care to workforce & economic resilience. Read the report: www.rand.org/pubs/researc...
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From research to reality
Success in establishing wider transformation efforts as part of the 10-Year Health Plan depends on delivering a research-and-innovation-powered NHS. The report discusses how to achieve this.
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 03/07/2025
Have your say on the future of UK research culture! We’re working with @UKRI to co-design a Good Practice Exchange (GPEx) to share, test & improve research culture practices. Share your inputs & take the short survey by 10 August 2025: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/GPExConsul...
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Designing a Good Practice Exchange for research culture in the UK
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 02/07/2025
As Ukraine remains under attack, Armenia, Georgia & Moldova face growing Russian interference as they pursue EU ties. Our latest commentary by John Kennedy & William Dunbar explores how the West can step up support. Read here: www.rand.org/pubs/comment...
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Countering Russian Influence: Support for Armenia, Georgia, and Moldova in the 'Waiting Room of the West'
As Europe supports Ukraine, three other post-Soviet states remain dangerously exposed to Russian coercion and aggression. Russian efforts to destabilize these states are already underway, raising a si...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 02/07/2025
Our latest RAND Europe research explores how innovative treatment approaches such as AI-enabled therapeutics & genomics can support the NHS 10-Year Plan. Learn more: www.rand.org/randeurope/r...
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Better and more efficient NHS care through innovative approaches to treatment
RAND Europe researchers outline 15 concrete actions that can help the NHS balance immediate challenges with visionary long-term improvements, ensure sustainable, high-quality care, and harness the UK’...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 02/07/2025
With the NHS 10Year Plan set to launch, our recent research supported by @wellcometrust.bsky.social suggests a 4th shift making research & innovation a core enabler of NHS sustainability. Explore more about the research here: www.rand.org/randeurope/r...
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From research to reality: research and innovation in the NHS as key to enabling the 10-Year Plan
RAND Europe, supported by Wellcome, explored the importance of research and innovation in and around the NHS.
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 01/07/2025
We’re proud to be a strategic partner for Quantum Tech Europe 2025 in Rotterdam! RAND Europe’s research explores quantum’s cross-sector impact, and we’re excited to join real-world innovation conversations. Save 20% with code * RANDEUROPE20* here: www.alphaevents.com/events-quant...
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Quantum.Tech is the world’s first, and largest event bringing together industry, research institutions, government agencies, and investors whose primary goal is to drive forward the commercialisation ...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 30/06/2025
With around 2.4M people in the UK falling ill from foodborne pathogens yearly, our recent evaluation of the UK’s PATH-SAFE programme assesses how its improving detection & biosecurity. More on the research: www.rand.org/randeurope/r... Full report: www.rand.org/pubs/externa...
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Evaluation of the PATH-SAFE Programme
The PATH-SAFE programme has improved pathogen and antimicrobial resistance surveillance in the UK, but achieving long-term impact requires sustained investment, better coordination, enhanced data shar...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 27/06/2025
If you missed our posts about our current vacancies, here’s a reminder of our most recent openings at RAND Europe across research and operations. Join our team in Cambridge and help shape evidence-based policy through impactful research. Explore recent openings here: www.rand.org/randeurope/e...
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RAND Europe Employment Opportunities
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 27/06/2025
How can the NHS deliver better care? Our new research highlights how innovations like genomic medicine & AI therapeutics can transform care, improve NHS efficiency & patient outcomes. Explore the project: www.rand.org/randeurope/r...
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Better and more efficient NHS care through innovative approaches to treatment
RAND Europe researchers outline 15 concrete actions that can help the NHS balance immediate challenges with visionary long-term improvements, ensure sustainable, high-quality care, and harness the UK’...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 25/06/2025
Today Ruth Harris, Director at RAND Europe, joined Foreign Policy’s high-level roundtable on digital security held at the sidelines of the NATO Summit. Ruth shared insights drawing from our research on strengthening NATO’s digital capabilities. Learn more: www.rand.org/randeurope/r... #NATOSummit
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Enhancing NATO’s digital capabilities
NATO's efforts to enhance digital capabilities face challenges in shared understanding, collaboration with industry, and interoperability among Allies, but strategic investments and innovative approac...
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 25/06/2025
As the #NATOSummit continues, boosting Europe’s defence spending is at the centre of the talks, but what’s the actual strategy towards Russia? In a new commentary, Paul van Hooft discusses the need for strategic vision to guide Europe's deterrence. Read here: www.rand.org/pubs/comment...
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What Is Europe's Strategy for Success Against Russia?
Europe is ramping up defense spending, but lacks a clear strategy for its goals regarding Russia. Understanding Russian vulnerabilities is crucial for effective deterrence and maintaining unity.
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RAND Europe @randeurope.org · 25/06/2025
This week, RAND Europe team is in Lisbon for an EU Drugs Agency workshop, shaping a new EU cannabis policy toolkit. Drawing from our work in drug policy, our experts are contributing evidence-based insights for smarter cannabis policymaking. Learn more: www.rand.org/randeurope/f...
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