Governance of Responsible Research and Innovation: An Agent-Based Model Approach

Abstract

Responsible research and innovation is a new research field that is still emerging, particularly in connection with recent efforts within the European Commission. Inspired in these recent developments, we put forth the first agent-based model of responsible research and innovation (RRI). The model has been designed as a decision-aiding tool for both policymakers driving innovation policy and innovation managers facing the complex trade-offs posed by the involvement of civil society organizations in innovation agendas. The model allows policymakers and innovation strategists to inform and guide public policies and strategic decisions regarding the governance of responsible research and innovation.