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We are committed to ensuring that research data is retained and available for future use in line with wider UK research policy and standards. This policy explains how to securely retain these data for future replicability of research whilst ensuring commitments to confidentiality and data protection.
We are committed to conducting research in line with the highest standards of rigour and integrity. To support this all research projects at University of the Built Environment must follow the Research Ethics Approval Policy.
The University expects all staff and students to conduct research to the highest of standards. Where there is an allegation of misconduct this will be thoroughly investigated in-line with these procedures.
Research Misconduct Screening Panel Terms Of Reference
University of the Built Environment is a signatory to the Universities UK Concordat to Support Research Integrity and our procedures and processes are intended to embed integrity and ethical conduct into all our research practices.
The below is taken from the Concordat; the ways in which researchers, employers of researchers and funders of research are expected to meet the commitments.
Our commitments
The concordat seeks to provide a national framework for good research conduct and its governance. As signatories to the concordat to support research integrity, we are committed to:
- Upholding the highest standards of rigour and integrity in all aspects of research
- Ensuring that research is conducted according to appropriate ethical, legal and professional frameworks, obligations and standards
- Supporting a research environment that is underpinned by a culture of integrity and based on good governance, best practice, and support for the development of researchers
- Using transparent, timely, robust and fair processes to deal with allegations of research misconduct should they arise
- Working together to strengthen the integrity of research and to review progress regularly and openly
Annual statements of compliance
In line with the Concordat commitments, the University publishes its annual statement of compliance:
Enquiries about the statement can be directed to the Research Office research@ube.ac.uk
The Research Excellence Framework (REF) is the UK’s national system for assessing the quality and impact of research carried out within higher education institutions. It provides a rigorous, independent evaluation of research outputs, impact, and environment across all disciplines. Held approximately every seven years, the REF informs the allocation of around £2 billion in public research funding annually.
The University of the Built Environment is preparing for its first submission to REF 2029, marking a significant milestone in our expanding research profile and our commitment to producing high-quality, impactful research.
Preparing for REF is a collaborative effort that involves academic and professional services staff from across the University. In readiness for REF 2029, we have developed a suite of new policies, procedures, and guidance materials to support staff throughout the process. Some of these are available here, with further materials shared and discussed via our internal research space.
Research Excellence Framework Subcommittee Terms Of Reference
