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Economic and societal impact

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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.

Reference:

Economic, & Council, S. R. (n.d.). What is impact? Retrieved 8 July 2021. https://esrc.ukri.org/research/impact-toolkit/what-is-impact/

Originally drafted by: Adam Parker

Reviewed by: Helena Hartmann, Aoife O’Mahony, Charlotte R. Pennington

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