New global analysis of over 12 million documents reveals how academic research shapes sustainable development policy
Nov 21, 2025
New Delhi [India], November 21: A new global report from Springer Nature, in partnership with Overton, offers the most comprehensive picture to date of how academic research is influencing real-world policy tied to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Released during the 30th UN Climate Conference (COP30), this first-of-its-kind analysis draws on more than 12 million global policy documents and reveals critical insights into how research is being used to support evidence, justify recommendations, and shape policy directions worldwide.