Study sheds lieght on added value of European investments in R&I

The European Commssion has published a study which reviews the historical evolution of the FPs, presents the economic rationales for public financing of R&I, and explains the advantages of performing such efforts at the EU level beyond the actions of individual Member States. Since 1984, the European Union invests in research and innovation through the EU Framework Programmes. The study supports its claims with empirical evidence showing how EU R&I funding has boosted economic growth, created jobs, and advanced research and innovation in the EU. Furthermore, a set of case studies on FP success stories are showcased.

The study can be downloaded here:

The added value of European investments in research and innovation