Research systems

The frameworks and systems that underpin and provide information on research at the University.

Research Excellence Framework

REF2029 is the system for assessing research quality in UK higher education institutions.

Worktribe is a full Economic Costing (fEC) tool which enables costing and pricing of project proposals and other research activity. Worktribe replaces both the old fEC tool, and ORCA (Online Management of Research Contracts and Applications).

Pure

Collects, organises and integrates data for a complete view of research activity and performance.

ORCiD

Provides a unique ID that can be used throughout research and publishing lifecycles.

SciVal

Provides research management information and business intelligence.

Researchfish

Research Councils UK system for collecting information on outputs and outcomes from their funding.