Research & Innovation Services (R&I) is part of University Services and comprises two Directorates: Research Services and Innovation, Engagement & Economic Development.
Together we work in partnership with the Vice Principals for Research & Knowledge Exchange and Economic Development & Innovation, with colleagues in other service areas, and with the research leadership teams, researchers and professional staff in each of Glasgow’s four academic Colleges well as with external stakeholders and partners.
R&I staff contribute to a supportive research environment, including in the new Advanced Research Centre (ARC) which provides collaborative facilities for the entire University research community.
Research policy
Working in collaboration with colleagues we ensure the University's policy framework enables and supports our research objectives, whilst complying with the requirements of our funders.
Training & support for researchers
Research excellence is dependent on supporting and developing excellent researchers.
Impact & Knowledge Exchange
We work in partnership with Colleges to support impactful research, and manage strategic knowledge exchange projects and funding initiatives.
IP & commercialisation
We work in collaboration with colleagues to help support innovation and enterprise in every corner of the University.
Strategic Research Initiatives
We work in partnership with Colleges to enhance the collaborative research environment, ambition and culture across the University.
Research Excellence Framework (REF)
Working in collaboration with colleagues from across the University we are responsible for managing and executing the University submission to the Research Excellence Framework (REF).
Find out how we managed preparations for REF2021 (campus access only)