New thinking is needed on the age-old conundrum of how to connect research and policymaking. Why does a disconnect exist between the research community, which i

This book examines ways to enhance evidence-based policymaking, striking a balance between theory and practice. The attention to theory builds a greater underst

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This book gathers an expert group of social scientists to showcase emerging forms of analysis and evaluation for public policy analysis. Each chapter highlights

In this important new book, Ray Pawson examines the recent spread of evidence-based policy making across the Western world. Few major public initiatives are mou