Reflections from The Munin Conference Part Three – Measuring Impact

This is the third and final article in a guest series reflecting on the main themes and ideas gathered and discussed at The Munin Conference at the end of 2024. Part One and Part Two are also available.

This article highlights the importance of open science for innovation and global prosperity, advocating for more scientific input in policymaking. Open access publications boost innovation, particularly in patents. Indonesia’s open science policies show positive impacts on national competitiveness and R&D collaboration. However, evidence linking open science directly to socioeconomic benefits is still emerging and requires further research.