What is the Relationship between Knowledge Exchange and Research?
KE is multi-dimensional: it recognises there is linkage between pure research and the opportunity for applying the outcomes to a commercial or community/social environment. Often this can be through a variety of forms of Public Engagement. There is the recognition that research activity can be better harnessed, wherever possible, as a key part of the value chain leading to a more fruitful engagement with the community and with industry. This process of adding value to research outcomes may not necessarily be the role of the researcher, but may be carried out by intermediaries who can convert the research into consultancy or expert advice, which may be invaluable to community or business organisations.
