Regenerating a prestigious tradition of economics and policy studies of science and technology, through this periodic Report, the CNR provides quantitative analyzes and case studies to inform the debate and policy choices on research and innovation, with a valid documentary basis . It is a contribution for those who work in universities, public research bodies, businesses and in general in the production and dissemination of new knowledge. At the same time, the Report is a useful tool for public opinion to understand the Italian research and innovation system.

To the creation of the Report, coordinated by Daniele Archibugi, Emanuela Reale  e Fabrizio Tuzi, and promoted by Department of Social and Human Sciences - Cultural Heritage (DSU-CNR) various CNR institutes participate – IRPPS, ISSIRFA, IRCRES, together with scholars from universities, public research bodies such as ENEA, and industry.

The reports are available online