RAND Europe Research Briefs

How can emerging technologies shape culture? Insights from a deep-dive into the future information environment

This research brief discusses how we can better understand the impact of emerging technologies on culture. It is based on RAND research on technological innovation and cultural change in the future information environment.

What night-time lighting tells us about Tibet's prisons and detention centres

This study aims to shed light on the prisons and detention centres in Tibet, using the innovative method of night-time lighting data.

Understanding and supporting the financial stability of UK military families: Summary of findings and recommendations for policy and practice

This research brief summarises the findings and recommendations for policy and practice from a study looking at the prevalence and drivers of financial (in)stability among military families in the United Kingdom.

A long road to just transitions: Limited green job opportunities for disadvantaged groups

RAND Europe, with support from JPMorgan Chase, explored the current situation of green opportunities for disadvantaged groups, in particular for people with low qualifications, in 10 European Regions.

Dental program accreditation: Exploring mechanisms of impact

The Australian Dental Council's approach to dental program accreditation uses directive, anticipatory, strategic, stakeholder, and relational impact mechanisms to influence education providers and ensure graduates are sufficiently competent.

Exploring the opportunities and challenges of research engagement with China

A study exploring the opportunities and challenges of UK academics' research engagement with China

Assessing the potential impact of developments in genetic testing on the British insurance industry

Predictive genetic testing provides individuals with information about their future risk of developing health conditions. Determining whether a genetic test could affect the insurance industry is complex and needs to be evaluated on a per-test basis.

Talking business: How increasing languages education in the UK could benefit the economy

Findings show that investing in languages education in UK secondary schools will return more than the investment cost. The benefit-to-cost ratio is about 2:1, meaning that every £1 spent on extra language provision could return £2 for the economy.

UK Strategy for the High North: Navigating a changing environment out to 2050

This report offers a perspective on how the UK could maximise its influence in the High North through enhanced cooperation across government and within multilateral fora in order to tackle environmental and geopolitical changes in the region.

Greater adoption of telemedicine could offer economic and social benefits for Canada

This brief summarises the potential impact of increased, long-term telemedicine use in Canada. It was found that teleconsultations could boost the economy in terms of cost savings from fewer missed appointments and visits to emergency departments, and a reduction in travel times for patients.

Achieving Global Mobility: Future Force Design 2040

This research brief highlights the likely changes that will arise in global mobility requirements for UK Armed Forces between now and 2040. It also outlines a range of options to deliver global mobility in dynamic threat and policy environments.

Findings from the national evaluation of Liaison and Diversion services in England

An outcome evaluation of the National Model for Liaison and Diversion scheme in England, which identifies and supports people in the criminal justice system with health issues and vulnerabilities, using a novel, large-scale linked data set.