The Pearce Report

The Pearce Report, published in 1971, was a comprehensive review of how the UK government manages its scientific and technical research. It recommended that research should better align with national needs, promoting collaboration between government, industry, and academia. The report emphasized the importance of strategic planning, improved communication, and better funding to ensure science effectively benefits society. Overall, it aimed to modernize and make UK research more efficient, coordinated, and responsive to changing technological and societal challenges.