In this article, Becky Gordon and Sanna Melin Schyllert ask themselves why parenting reminds them of REF, and how to survive both.
This news round-up captures recent key headlines and discussions from across the research landscape. From the end of the REF pause, through changes to UKRI funding, to the growing scandal of student debt, catch up on the news you may have missed.
REF’s December announcement replacing PCE with SPRE prompts fresh debate about research culture’s future. What might this shift mean for institutions striving to build stronger, people‑centred research environments? Three research professionals share their views.
This round-up captures key headlines and discussions from across the UK and European research landscape from the end of October to late November 2025.
October’s research policy announcements signify major transformations in the UK’s Research and Innovation environment. This summary provides details of each announcement, as well as gesturing to what might be at stake.
This round-up captures key headlines and discussions from across the UK and European research landscape from end of August to the start of October. This period signalled future changes are on the horizon across the Research and Innovation landscape.
As peer review evolves to reflect broader definitions of expertise, research managers are increasingly recognised as valuable contributors. This article explores sector trends, personal reflections and practical steps for contributing to fair, inclusive funding decisions.
Research outputs are the cornerstone of research progress, yet professional services teams are rarely involved in their development. The University of Liverpool’s unique Outputs Development team explores what could be possible when research managers and administrators support outputs from the start.
This news round-up captures key headlines and discussions from across the research landscape in recent months. From artificial intelligence to REF, funding challenges, Open Access and research culture, catch up on the news you may have missed.
The University of Edinburgh adopted a Rights Retention Strategy (RRS) in 2022, which has increased the amount of openly licensed research articles, ensured compliance with funder policies, reduced administrative burden, and has also positioned the University favourably for its REF2029 submission.
