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Current Research Projects

Economy and national security in the Netherlands
15 Mar 2019
Researchers are working to develop insights into the relationships between the economy and national security, focusing in particular on the characteristics and performance of the economy of the Netherlands and the consequences this may have for its national security.
Analysing Norway's health research and innovation system
13 Mar 2019
Researchers are developing case study examples of international health research and innovation initiatives and their key messages, to help support DAMVAD Analytics’ recommendations for the Norwegian health research and innovation system.
What is the future of research and research assessment in England?
04 Mar 2019
The research landscape is changing, reflecting a shifting international environment, rapid technological development and developments in public policy. This scoping study will explore the landscape in which research is conducted and assessed, and how this may be changing.
Supporting the Asia's Healthiest Workplace Competition
15 Feb 2019
For two years, RAND Europe has supported AIA Vitality's contest. Doing so enables researchers to explore the health trends—employee lifestyle, clinical indicators, mental health and other areas of concern—among participating Asia-Pacific workplaces.
Supporting the 'Britain's Healthiest Workplace' Competition
08 Feb 2019
Since 2014, RAND Europe has designed and run surveys, analysed results, and provided customised reports to organisations that participate in the annual Britain's Healthiest Workplace competition. The contest’s central aims are to raise awareness and gain a better understanding of how organisations can engage with the wellness of their employees.
Evaluating Primary Science Quality Mark
21 Dec 2018
A randomised controlled trial (RCT) evaluating the impact of PSQM aims to understand the impact of the intervention on pupils and teachers. The study will also examine how the intervention is implemented.
A review of induced travel demand
28 Nov 2018
Through an extensive literature review, researchers found evidence that road capacity improvements result in induced travel demand, but most of the evidence came from large metropolitan areas outside the UK. More evidence from local studies would be helpful to ensure induced travel demand is properly accounted for in appraisal of capacity improvements to the UK's Strategic Road Network.
Evaluating the impact of a program to promote early childhood development
20 Nov 2018
RAND Europe is undertaking a three-year independent evaluation of the impact of a philanthropic ECD programme in France. Researchers will assess the extent to which the programme-level objectives have been achieved, and understand how and why they were achieved.
Follow-up evaluation of the health and justice outcomes of L&D services
12 Nov 2018
The Department of Health and Social Care commissioned RAND Europe to undertake a second study on the UK's new model for Liaison and Diversion schemes. This study aims to investigate whether the new model has an impact on reconviction, the length of court processes, diversion from the criminal justice system, and the use of A&E and mental health services.
Exploring collaborative investment in military multirole helicopters
07 Nov 2018
Researchers are examining the potential value of cooperation among European Defence Agency member states developing, acquiring, operating, and supporting light-weight and medium-weight multirole helicopter programmes.
British people prefer a soft Brexit, if any
11 Oct 2018
A longitudinal study of British people finds they reject a no-deal scenario even more firmly than in 2017, and even Leave voters are shifting to a ‘softer’ Brexit. Membership in the European Economic Area remains the most popular option.
Evaluating the Wellbeing Premium Programme
01 Oct 2018
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) often find it hard to invest in the health and wellbeing of their employees, or do not invest at all. Researchers are evaluating a randomised controlled trial of a financial incentive programme to improve employee health and wellbeing in SMEs in the West Midlands.
Evaluating the development of the Q initiative from 2016-2020
14 Sep 2018
RAND Europe is conducting a four-year, independent evaluation of the second phase of the Q Initiative to help guide the learning of the Q project team and wider stakeholders as they continue their implementation of Q across the UK. The research will support strategic decision-making and inform the ongoing design and management of Q and also assess the initiative's impact.
Societal impacts of treating breast cancer early
05 Sep 2018
Treating breast cancer early does not prevent its recurrence, but doing so can have implications for future research, policy, and practice. Researchers are exploring the evidence base on the broader health, societal and economic impacts from early breast cancer treatment and the wider costs to society of the progression of breast cancer.
Evaluating individual placement and support for alcohol and drug dependence
03 Sep 2018
IPS is an evidence-based programme that helps people with mental health challenges find employment. Public Health England is conducting a trial that expands the programme to help people in treatment for substance misuse. Our researchers are conducting a process evaluation of the trial.
Evaluating 'Aspire to STEM'
14 Aug 2018
Researchers are evaluating an intervention aimed at improving STEM teaching and learning in UK schools in disadvantaged areas. The project aims to understand what impact the intervention has on children’s learning and teacher retention.
Evaluating NELI, the evidence-based Nuffield Early Language Intervention
13 Aug 2018
RAND Europe is conducting a randomised controlled trial into the effectiveness of NELI, a language support programme designed to improve children’s vocabulary, listening and narrative skills. The study aims to understand both the impact of the intervention and how effectively it is implemented.
Building evidence on defence-related skills
16 Jul 2018
RAND Europe and the Fondazione Giacomo Brodolini are building the evidence base on shortages, gaps and mismatches in defence-related skills. The research aims to deliver a sectoral skills strategy that is agreed and validated by stakeholders.
Linking hate speech online and hate crime
06 Jul 2018
RAND and Cardiff University are analysing online hate speech data to see if it can be used to identify areas where offline hate crimes are most likely to occur. The research aims to inform strategies to prevent and address hate crimes.
BRACE-NIHR rapid service evaluation centre for healthcare in England
06 Jun 2018
The Birmingham, RAND and Cambridge Evaluation (BRACE) Centre is funded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) to conduct rapid evaluations of promising new services and innovations in healthcare.
Tackling the challenges of algorithm-driven online media services
21 May 2018
Researchers from RAND Europe and Open Evidence are using state-of-the-art knowledge and data to understand the media literacy and online empowerment issues raised by algorithms in online media services and platforms.
Game-changing technologies in European services sectors
19 Apr 2018
New and potentially ‘game-changing’ technologies such as advanced robotics, autonomous transport devices, blockchain, virtual and augmented reality, and wearable devices, will inevitably impact the EU's services sectors. Researchers are exploring their applicability and wider socio-economic implications.
Using historical foresight to tackle antimicrobial resistance (AMR)
16 Apr 2018
Researchers are examining complex and enduring policy issues that have implications for public health (climate change and tobacco control) to gain a new perspective on how to tackle AMR. The team will look at how historical analysis can be used in future approaches to scenario planning and policymaking, with a particular focus on AMR policy.
Estimating the external impacts of development on previously developed land
04 Apr 2018
Previously developed land (PDL), also known as brownfield sites, could be useful for new housing in the UK. The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has asked RAND Europe to estimate the external benefits of developing on PDL.
Using foresight to examine the global food system
28 Mar 2018
The UK Food Standards Agency commissioned RAND Europe to conduct foresight exercises to gain a long-term perspective on the global food system.

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