Reaping Impacts from Funding Transnational Research Infrastructures

Big Science Infrastructures (BSI) generate significant economic and societal impacts beyond their primary research activities and procurement revenues. These impacts include knowledge gains that lead to new products and services, skills training, and enhanced reputational standing. This report makes recommendations on how Austria could improve reaping impacts from funding transnational BSI, drawing on international best practice. Key is setting up a dedicated organisation which specialises in BSI procurement, pilot technological development, research collaboration and human resources.