Steering Science, Technology and Innovation towards the Sustainable Development Goals

STRINGS is a major global study analysing how and to what extent the world’s Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) priorities are aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Combining different analyses, we gained deep insights into the way that particular STI priorities emerge both locally and globally, and how STI can be better steered to improve alignment with the SDGs. Our results can help policymakers, research funders, academics, international organizations (INGOs) and aid organizations to make informed decisions about investing in research and innovation that will address the SDGs and ultimately create a positive impact on society. Results and recommendations are presented in the final report: https://sro.sussex.ac.uk/id/eprint/108587/7/STRINGS_Changing_Directions.pdf. Also available on the project website: https://strings.org.uk/research-findings/