Economic and societal impact
Definition: The contribution a research item makes to the broader economy and society. It also captures the benefits of research to individuals, organisations, and/or nations.
Related term: Academic Impact
Reference:
- Economic, & Council, S. R. (n.d.). What is impact? Retrieved 8 July 2021. https://www.ukri.org/councils/esrc/impact-toolkit-for-economic-and-social-sciences/defining-impact/
Originally drafted by: Adam Parker
Reviewed by: Helena Hartmann, Aoife O’Mahony, Charlotte R. Pennington