Aston’s Research Support Office and Prof. Martin Griffin (PVC Research) are hosting a free HEFCE-supported event to give an update on the Research Excellence Framework (REF) following the publication of the Guidance for Submissions, and looking specifically at the impact of research from a user perspective. The event, which is open to academic staff and research managers and administrators across the region, takes place from 9am-2pm on Thursday 21st July at Lakeside Centre. Speakers include:
o Graeme Rosenberg, REF Manager, HEFCE
o Prof James Goodwin, Head of Research, Age UK
o Dr Peter Foote, Executive Scientist, BAE Systems
o Prof Alison Hodge MBE, Aston University and formerly QinetiQ
For more information or to reserve a place contact Neil Holland.