Economic Development and Science & Technology Policy

Companies, industries, communities, and regions know that understanding the unique economic forces that affect them can improve their competitive edge. Based in Washington D.C., our Center for Science, Technology, and Economic Development has crafted development strategies for more than 100 countries and regions around the world, from Lebanon to Hong Kong and San Francisco. SRI economists, technology experts, business analysts, and workforce development specialists take a multidisciplinary approach to research, analysis, and strategic planning for private- and public-sector clients. This approach provides a unique perspective for our clients and allows us to integrate skills from different disciplines for each client assignment.

Science and Technology Policy

The Center's science and technology policy experts conduct research and analysis on a variety of science and technology issues for a diverse range of U.S. and international clients. Areas of focus include research and development (R&D) program evaluation; R&D planning and analysis; assessments of science and engineering infrastructure and resources; studies of technological innovation, technology transfer, and technology-based economic development; analyses of emerging science and technology issues; and studies of science and engineering education and workforce issues.

Economics

The Center assists private- and public-sector clients in finding solutions to an array of economic issues, ranging from building stronger economic foundations to introducing high-technology industries and improving competitiveness. Projects focus on crafting and implementing strategies tailored to the needs and opportunities of client regions, states, and countries. The Center's economists specialize in industry cluster development, benchmarking, "measuring the immeasurable", and economic impact assessments.