Applied Social Research

By SERIO

SERIO measures, maps and interprets the values, feelings and behaviour of the general public in order to provide intelligence to policy makers at in local and national government, as well as in the voluntary sector.

Why?
The most effective policy is based on a deep understanding of the issues involved, as well as an awareness of how people may react to change. Extensive desk research ensures that we take into account all the knowledge and lessons learnt from previous work. On the other hand, conducting original research enables us to answer new questions and evaluate whether an approach is correct in terms of outcomes, costs and public opinion.

What makes us different?
As a specialist research consultancy, the SERIO team works hard to keep up-to-date with the latest advances in methods for data collection and analysis, attending and contributing to international forums. Likewise, when making important decisions, context is key. Based at Plymouth University, SERIO collaborates with academics from across the institution, as well as other external specialists, in order to provide clients with a unique level of expertise and insight into niche areas.

Macmillan VolunteersSERIO have recently won funding from the Plymouth University Community Research Awards to help Macmillan Cancer Support investigate how to identify, attract and retain good quality volunteers.
SERIO in Public ServantAn article examining the potential for a private sector-led economic recovery in Plymouth, based on research by SERIO, was published in the March issue of Public Servant.
Rural Enterprise SolutionsThe Rural Enterprise Solutions project aims to provide knowledge and information, as well as facilitating networking between farmers, rural businesses and communities.
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Our Expertise

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Our expertise

Our core interdisciplinary team includes experts from a variety of backgrounds and we are unique in our ability to draw on specific expert knowledge for each and every project.

Based at the University of Plymouth, we collaborate with academics from across the institution, as well as other external specialists, in order to provide clients with the best possible expertise and insight

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Our Successes

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Our successes

LATEST PROJECTS


SERIO has built a strong track record, working across our key services and areas of expertise. Find out more about the expert knowledge and practical solutions we have provided in previous projects, and the clients we have helped across the private, public and social purpose sectors.
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Market Research

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Market research
Our full market research service supplies businesses with the knowledge they need to be successful. With experience in both consumer and B2B projects we offer a full range of qualitative and quantitative methods which are tailored to each individual commission.

Contact

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