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Ben Baruch

Analyst
Cambridge Office

Education

M.A. in conflict, security and development, University of Sussex, UK; B.A. in law and society, University of Exeter, UK

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Overview

Ben Baruch is an analyst at RAND Europe. His interests lie in evaluation and research of social policy and international affairs. Baruch has an M.A. in conflict, security and development from the University of Sussex and a B.A. in law and society from the University of Exeter.

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Honors & Awards

  • Best paper, 2016 conference, European Evaluation Society

Recent Media Appearances

Commentary: Research Europe

Commentary

  • People are pictured outside the European Commission headquarters in Brussels, Belgium June 14, 2017.

    The European Commission Is Struggling to Demonstrate 'Value for Money'

    Great work is happening as a result of EU spending and programmes, particularly around democracy, rule of law and human rights. To make sure the trend continues, it is important for the populace to understand the value for money of this work.

    Jun 26, 2017 New Europe

  • Research, Science and Innovation Commissioner-designate Carlos Moedas of Portugal waits for the start of his hearing before the European Parliament's Committee on Industry, Research and Energy, at the EU Parliament in Brussels September 30, 2014

    Global Collaboration Needs a Firmer Evidence Base

    Policymakers should carry out a robust evaluation to assess the EU's research collaboration to date and analyze its impacts. This review should also compare the EU's portfolio with the collaborative research achievements of other players in international research. Such evidence would enhance the EU's research procurement strategy.

    Nov 10, 2014 Research Europe

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