I Impact evaluation of Finnish research system

Impact and indicators of science

Key impact indicators in terms of science and research

 II Analyses of state of different disciplines

Discipline-specific task forces

Strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) of research by discipline

Based on researchers’ knowledge of and expertise in their own field. Statistical and other background material also used.

Research Councils

Discipline-specific conclusions and development proposals

Summary of the state of scientific research in the field hosted by the Research Council

Based on results of the assessments of the discipline-specific task forces and on statistical and other background material

Steering group

Analysis of the state of scientific research and development proposals

Based on discipline-specific assessments and the summary and development proposals provided by the Research Council

 III Grand challenges

Thematic, transdisciplinary review of the state of scientific research in Finland

What are the strengths, weaknesses and areas in need of improvement in selected thematic fields (incl. a review of the present and future situation)?

• The Northern Climate and Environment
• Sustainable Energy
• Dialogue of Cultures
• Knowledge and Know-how in the Media Society
• A Healthy Everyday Life for all
• The Ageing Population and Individuals