The Edge of What’s Next: IRI’s Quarterly Trends Analyzer – April 2025

The April 2025 edition of The Edge of What’s Next examines three trends with potential implications for innovation and R&D:

  • Evolving the Role of Federal Agencies
  • Reimagining Innovation in the Public Sector Changing
  • Funding Landscape for Doctoral Students

Together, these trends highlight changes in the workforce and workplace environment that could influence how organizations attract talent, build teams, and foster collaboration. The report explores what these shifts could mean for R&D leaders and offers key questions to consider when planning for the future.