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Institute for Policy Research
A leading public policy research institute, based at the University of Bath.
Spotlight
Highlights from our latest research, analysis, activities and programmes.
IPR research and programmes
We aim to further the public good through research into issues of significant relevance to policy debate and decision-making, and run postgraduate and policymaker and practitioner programmes.
IPR research
We aim to further the public good through research into issues of significant relevance to policy debate and decision-making.
IPR programmes
We offer postgraduate courses, a Policy Fellowship Programme for senior policymakers and practitioners, and an International Visiting Fellows scheme.
The IPR sabbatical scheme
Bath academics can apply to spend a semester at the IPR to work on an interdisciplinary research project with substantial policy and public engagement.
COP26 and the COP26 Universities Network
Our latest work and activity as part of the COP26 Universities Network, and the academic conference Climate Exp0, in the lead up to the main COP26 in Glasgow.
About the COP26 Universities Network
A growing group of more than 55 UK-based universities and research centres working together to raise ambition for tangible outcomes from COP26.
Nature-based solutions for climate change, people and biodiversity
Read the latest briefing from the COP26 Universities Network on the benefits of nature-based solutions for climate change action, biodiversity, and wellbeing.
Bringing evidence to policy on the UN Climate Conference
Alyssa Gilbert explores how the COP26 Universities Network is building relationships between academics and policymakers to make COP26 a success.
COP26 Universities Group invited to contribute to Adaption and Resilience event series
The COP26 Universities Group, including the University of Bath, are invited to contribute to the UKRI-COP26 Adaption and Resilience online events series.
Publications
Read our publications including reports, policy briefs, blogs, and the latest academic papers.
Grey power plays
Professor Nick Pearce and Dr Joe Chrisp further analyse the relationship between age and voting behaviour in the latest IPR blog.
What can the UK learn from Spain’s sugar tax?
Dr Eleonora Fichera outlines her recent research on Spain's sugar tax, and suggests that a combination of different policies is essential for tackling obesity.
Creating universal health care in Ireland: A legal context
Read the latest paper, co-authored by Dr Charlie Larkin, which establishes a working definition of a constitutional right-to-health protection in Ireland.
Connect with us
Find out more about the IPR, and stay up-to-date with our latest research, publications, events and news.
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IPR online lectures
Watch our lectures online to catch up with the best of our events.
IPR policy podcasts
Listen to our IPR policy podcasts to catch up on the best of our lectures and seminars.
News
Our latest news stories and service updates.
Professor Nick Pearce appointed Subject Editor to Science, Society and Policy
Professor Nick Pearce has been appointed as Subject Editor to Science, Society and Policy, a new section in the Royal Society Open Science journal.
Dr Iulia Cioroianu joins Department of Politics, Languages and International Studies
Iulia Cioroianu joins the Department of Politics, Languages and International Studies as Assistant Professor after completing IPR Prize Fellowship.
Bath co-leads major global forum on climate change policy research
Colleagues from across the University are playing a vital role in the organisation and delivery of Climate Exp0, ahead of COP26 in November.
Upcoming events
View our upcoming events
The future of Higher Education: Lessons from 20 years at Olin College
26 May 2021 3.00pm
Online
President Emeritus of Olin College, Professor Richard Millar, will reflect on 20 years at Olin College and the future of undergraduate education.
What government bond yields can tell us about future growth and inflation
27 May 2021 12.00pm
Online
In this event, co-hosted with the Department of Economics, Dr Jan Vlieghe will discuss the outlook for the economy and monetary policy.
About us
We aim to further the public good through research into issues of significant relevance to policy debate and decision-making, build links with the worlds of policy and practice, and increase public understanding of policy research through our public events and publications.
We deliver activities for policymakers, researchers and practitioners to enable dual learning and original contributions to both research and practice.
Enquiries
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