Research
More than any other academic fields, the social sciences are strategically placed to build bridges between academia and society, and to support policy-makers in crafting evidence-based responses.
In the CIVICA alliance, we link research, innovation and knowledge transfer across borders and sectors to find solutions for the benefit of all society.
In January 2021, the alliance launched an ambitious research and innovation dimension, CIVICA Research. The project aims to give voice to social science research on the world's most pressing challenges and to deepen research collaboration within and beyond CIVICA.
Focus areas
CIVICA strives to find solutions to complex societal challenges through a series of integrated activities focused on four key topics:
Discover our research initiatives
Check out the CIVICA Research blog to learn more about our latest research and news from our joint research initiatives.
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