R&IS News
New REF 2029 policy on Contributions to Knowledge and Understanding released with full Code of Practice guidance
Research England has published detailed guidance for the Contributions to Knowledge and Understanding assessment element for REF 2029, outlining important developments in how research outputs will be assessed and reflecting the framework’s evolution towards assessing the research and environment of institutions rather than individuals. They have also published the full Code of Practice guidance, updated and expanded from January 2025, which supports institutions in implementing approaches to REF.
Professor John Greenlees Appointed Chair of REF 2029 Mathematical Sciences Sub-Panel
Professor John Greenlees from Warwick’s Mathematics department has been appointed as a chair of Sub-panel 10: Mathematical Sciences for REF 2029.
Research Centres Review
We have recently launched a review of our research centres, focusing in particular on Category II, or interdisciplinary centres.
Changes to UKRI policies to support financial sustainability and updates to grant terms and conditions
Changes to UKRI terms and conditions - guidance on research bids.
Research early code processes
PIs and Departments wishing to start recruitment or expenditure on a research project prior to formal acceptance must liaise with R&IS and if the rationale is agreed, a SAP code will be issued. Read more about the new streamlined procedures