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In general we can say that research impact is the demonstrable change or benefits to the wider society, economy or the environment that arises through research.

Impact can take many different forms. At the simplest level, these impact types can cover social, environmental and economic issues.

The recent Research Excellence Framework (REF) exercise in the UK exposed many challenges inherent in responding to national assessments.

A record 1,240 universities took part in this year’s Impact Rankings; a 30% jump from last year.

At its heart, research impact refers to the significance and reach of research, especially beyond academia. This can amount to cultural, economic, environmental and social impact.

One way to respond to criticism is to create a new form of transparency – one that clearly displays the real-world impact of research and scientific work while allowing stronger collaboration between global researchers to meet shared objectives.

Having impact as part of an assessment process changes the approach institutions might take towards impact.

The portal will showcase the impact of the research underway, and provide an opportunity for people to look for collaborators, or find information on a COVID-19 related topic.

The UN 2030 SDGs target is edging closer. By properly capturing, analysing and demonstrating impact, organisations can help speed up progress.

By Katie Brockwell and Kristy Evers  Why is Impact Reporting Important? Many research organisations focus their mission statements on elements of transformation or responding to key local, regional, or global challenges (e.g. UN Sustainable Development Goals) with the aim to ultimately work towards making the world a better place. Reporting on impact is an increasingly […]