The expression ‘societal impact’ refers in a general way to change brought about in society by a given action or activity. All research has a societal impact of one form or another. All research is carried out in society and its results are introduced into society.
In this policy brief we ask:
What is the role of research in society?
What is the impact of security research on society?
By what criteria can we assess this impact?
What can we do to assure that the impact is favourable?
