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Technology and innovation futures

Foresight project looking at the scientific and technological areas that could transform the UK economy in the future.

• From: Government Office for Science
• Published: 4 November 2010
• Last updated: 23 January 2017 — See all updates

The Government Office for Science is always working to identify pioneering technologies. We are focused on applications that give the UK a competitive edge and improve lives by delivering public services better. This review sets out how these technologies can boost UK productivity and reinforce our position as a world leading innovator.

Project reports

The original report was published in 2010, but given the speed of technological change updates were published in 2012 and 2017.

• Technology and innovation futures 2017
  • 23 January 2017
  • Research and analysis
• Technology and innovation futures 2012
  • 23 November 2012
  • Research and analysis
• Technology and innovation futures 2010
  • 4 November 2010
  • Research and analysis

Announcements

• Emerging technologies to drive growth identified
  • 23 November 2012
  • Press release
• Government explores future technology and innovation opportunities
  • 4 November 2010
  • Press release

Published 4 November 2010
Last updated 23 January 2017 + show all updates

1. 23 January 2017

   Added 2017 report.

2. 17 July 2015

   Updated with details of the next review.

3. 4 November 2010

   First published.