Jonathan Grant
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Education
Overview
Biography
Jonathan Grant is acting vice president for RAND International and the president of RAND Europe. He has published extensively on health R&D policy, the use of research and evidence in policymaking, and population policy issues. He and colleagues continue to provide analytical support on the implementation of the UK Department of Health's internationally acclaimed R&D strategy, Best Research for Best Health. Grant led the UK National Audit Office's examination into the use of research in policymaking, Getting the Evidence, and was principal investigator of an influential study sponsored by the European Commission looking at the causes, consequences, and policy options of addressing Europe's low fertility. He was formerly head of policy at the Wellcome Trust. Grant received his Ph.D. from the Faculty of Medicine, King's College London.
Research Focus
Recent Projects
- Review of future options for science and technology policy for an incoming UK government
Recent Media Appearances
Interviews: BBC; The Guardian; The Independent; The Times
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