Applied Research
Collaborate on research, foresight studies, policy analysis and knowledge creation.
Join FN's research community to contribute to applied research, strategic foresight, policy analysis, and knowledge products that inform decision-making across public and private sectors.
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Research Fellows
150
Studies Published
12
Focus Domains
Mission Statement & Foundation
Research at FN is the knowledge engine — generating evidence, insight, and foresight that shapes institutional strategy, public policy, and sector innovation across the region and beyond.
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Research Streams
Applied Research, Foresight, Policy Analysis, and Knowledge Products.
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Focus Domains
From AI ethics and cybersecurity to public policy and organizational science.
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Active Fellows
Researchers, academics, and practitioners contributing across FN projects.
150
Publications
Peer-reviewed papers, reports, briefs, and policy documents published.
Who Should Join
Our research network welcomes academics, practitioners, and policy professionals with a passion for applied research.
Academic Researchers
University faculty and post-doctoral researchers contributing to FN research streams and publications.
Industry Practitioners
Senior practitioners contributing practitioner-led research and case studies from the field.
Policy Analysts
Policy professionals contributing to regulatory analysis, foresight studies, and public policy research.
Technology Researchers
Researchers focused on AI, cybersecurity, emerging tech, and digital transformation impacts.
Social Scientists
Researchers studying organizational behavior, social impact, and human development.
Early-Career Researchers
Graduate students and early-career researchers seeking mentorship and publication opportunities.
How Research Works at FN
A rigorous, peer-reviewed research process ensuring quality, ethics, and real-world impact.
Propose
Submit your research proposal aligned with FN's focus domains and agenda priorities.
Collaborate
Join a research team or lead a project with FN's research infrastructure and peer support.
Execute
Conduct research with structured milestones, peer reviews, and methodology oversight.
Publish
Publish findings through FN research repository, partner journals, and policy briefs.
Research Funding & Support
FN provides research infrastructure, funding, and publication support. Grants are available for approved projects; fellows receive stipends and access to datasets.
Research Grants
Competitive grants available for approved research projects across FN's focus domains.
Institutional Partnerships
Partner institutions can co-fund research or sponsor specific research streams.
- Masters degree or equivalent for research fellows
- PhD preferred for lead researcher roles
- Demonstrated research track record
- Alignment with FN's research agenda
What Researchers Gain
Publication opportunities, grants, and access to a peer network of global researchers.
Publication Pathways
Peer-reviewed publication opportunities through FN's repository and partner journals.
Research Funding
Competitive grants and stipends supporting research execution and dissemination.
Global Research Network
Collaboration with researchers across sectors, institutions, and geographies.
Policy Impact
Direct pathways to policy influence through FN policy briefs and institutional partnerships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Key questions about research proposals, funding, and publication pathways.
Submit through the FN research portal. Proposals are reviewed by our research committee for alignment, methodology, and feasibility.