Examining the evidence on place-based research partnerships: Towards a set of principles for successful partnerships
Think tank: City-REDI
Author(s): Dr Vicky Ward; Elizabeth Goodyear
February 11, 2026
This report from UK think tank City-REDI examines what makes place based research partnerships work effectively.
This evidence review brings together academic and practice based literature to understand what makes place based research partnerships work effectively.
It identifies the outcomes these partnerships can deliver, the infrastructure and systems that support success, the skills and expertise required, and the behaviours and values that underpin strong collaboration.
The review also highlights major gaps in existing evidence, particularly around early stage setup, evaluation, and translating principles into practice.
