The REF is a UK-wide assessment of university research carried out by the four UK higher education funding bodies. Its aim is to secure the continuation of a world-class, dynamic and responsive ...

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Across the University, 92% of Queen Mary’s research was assessed as internationally excellent or world-leading. Queen Mary’s strong REF performance is set in the context of its commitment to research ...

The University of Manchester's position as a research powerhouse has been confirmed in the results of the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF). These comprehensive and independent results confirm ...