Sciencewise is a BIS funded programme to improve Government policy making involving science and technology by increasing the effectiveness with which public dialogue is used, and encouraging its wider use where appropriate. We provide co-funding and specialist advice to help Government Departments and Agencies develop and commission public dialogue.
Following a competitive tendering process, Ricardo-AEA, in partnership with Involve and the British Science Association wasere awarded the contract for the delivery of Sciencewise from 1 April 2012 to 31 March 2015.
The Sciencewise programme is delivered by a team of experts in public dialogue and engagement. This team brings together a wealth of expertise on all aspects of involving the public in decision making and policy development involving science and technology.
For those involved in decision making involving science and technology, there is increasing evidence of the benefits of involving the public in the process. Having the views and values of the public provides an additional evidence stream which will contribute to the development of the best possible policy.
However there are challenges associated with engagement with the public, and this is where we can help. Our specialists can help you decide: