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This document outlines strategic goals and frameworks for research development within university computing departments. It emphasizes the importance of producing quality research outputs, as highlighted by the Research Excellence Framework (REF) criteria, to secure funding through sources like Research Council Grants and EU programs. Additionally, it discusses the significance of external engagements, including committee work and professional activities, to enhance visibility and collaboration in the computing field. The success of research initiatives is linked to the completion of research degrees and the necessity of generating income through grants.
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Research strategy Jim Briggs
Strategy context • Government • University • Faculty • "Computing" • Departments • Personal
Goals - REF • Last RAE (2008) • Me and Dave P • Next REF (2013/2014?) • How many? • Academic and senior research staff need at least 4 "good" papers to be entered • Money is important • Research student completions count too
Goals – income generation • Sources • Research Council Grants • EU programmes • KTPs • "Scraps" • DH • SEHTA
Goals – external activities • Committee work • Professional (e.g. BCS, UKCHIP) • Special interest (e.g. UKHIS, FHI) • Technical (e.g. HL7UG) • Local • Journals, conferences, etc. • Conference organisation • Refereeing • Editing • Public engagement