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Area of Science:

  • Science and Technology Policy
  • Societal Impact of Science
  • European Research Area

Background:

  • European science policy uniquely mandates simultaneous economic and societal objectives.
  • The coherence of these multiple, democratic governance claims on science is underexplored.
  • Understanding the interplay of science's responsibilities is crucial for policy development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the interrelatedness of science's economic and societal responsibilities across European countries.
  • To identify potential trade-offs or synergies between different science policy objectives.
  • To assess the integration level of the European Research Area.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative and qualitative studies.
  • Analyzed metrics reflecting science's contributions to economic and societal objectives.
  • Included 33 European Union member states and associated countries in the analysis.

Main Results:

  • No trade-off was found between the economic and broader societal contributions of science.
  • Significant divisions exist across Europe regarding the integration of science within society.
  • A notable East-West divide was identified, indicating uneven development.

Conclusions:

  • European science can simultaneously serve economic and societal goals without inherent conflict.
  • Major disparities in science's societal positioning challenge the notion of an integrated European Research Area.
  • Addressing these divisions is essential for achieving a cohesive and effective European science landscape.