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The science of foresight: how to future-proof your research - Nature

Anticipating from the start the various ways a research programme can succeed or fail can avoid problems later. Here’s how to do it.

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By Nature.com
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 · 13h ago
The science of foresight: how to future-proof your research - Nature

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Every research programme is a bet on the future. Yet, scientists rarely examine the assumptions behind those bets. Decisions about grants, infrastructure, hiring, regulation and training often presum…Read more

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