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Research Excellence Framework
The REF is the system for assessing the quality of research in UK higher education institutions.
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About the REF
The Research Excellence Framework (REF) is the UK’s system for assessing the excellence of research in higher education institutions.
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REF 2014
See results from the 2014 exercise
