Request for proposal: Feasibility study into longitudinal EDI research
The Royal Academy of Engineering is pleased to invite proposals for a feasibility
study to evaluate the potential, risks, opportunities, and optimal methodologies
for conducting a longitudinal research study into the barriers that
underrepresented engineers encounter throughout their careers. This initiative
stems from a literature review conducted by Nottingham Trent University,
which assessed the state of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) research in the
engineering sector over the past decade.
This feasibility study will play a crucial role in shaping future research initiatives
aimed at fostering a more inclusive and equitable engineering sector. We invite
proposals from experienced researchers and organisations with a proven track
record in EDI research and longitudinal study design.
NEPC Ageing Infrastructures: an economic analysis on infrastructure maintenance
The Royal Academy of Engineering (the Academy) is seeking to commission an analysis to understand the economic and social impacts of infrastructure asset maintenance, particularly across transport, water and wastewater, and flood risk defence.
The aim of this commission is to develop a deeper understanding of asset maintenance in the UK within each of the three sectors listed, cross-sector dependencies, and externalities related to asset maintenance to support a strong case for better management of ageing assets across the UK.