Research Culture

Research culture describes the environment in which research and innovation happens. It includes the ways in which we collaborate, communicate and interact; the behaviours, expectations, attitudes and values that shape how our research is developed, conducted, disseminated, and used; and the mechanisms by which our work is recognised and rewarded.

At the University of Leeds, we recognise and value everyone involved in research. Participants; our collaborators and partners; academic, research and technical staff; colleagues in professional services; students, and those in many other diverse roles within the University all make essential contributions. Together we arrange, enable, conduct, and participate in research.

We believe that all members of our research community have a role to play in developing and promoting a positive and inclusive research culture, here you can find out more about the work we are doing to support Research Culture and how you can get involved.

You can contact us at: researchculture@leeds.ac.uk

Research Culture at The University of Leeds

Our statement on Research Culture is our commitment to achieving positive change. It identifies five broad themes to promote a more supportive, inclusive, and collaborative environment:

Personal development, reward and recognition
Open research and impact
Equality, diversity and inclusion in research
Responsible research and innovation
A collegiate and supportive environment

Read our statement on Research Culture

Research Culture at The University of Leeds

Meet the Team

Meet the Team

Meet the people and governance groups supporting Cat as Dean for Research Culture

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Including Research Culture in proposals

Including Research Culture in proposals

We have created a sway guide to encourage researchers to think more deeply about Research Culture as part of their proposal and ongoing role in research leadership.

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Sharing practice

Sharing practice

Examples of case studies, initiatives, projects and best practice for enhancing our Research Culture at Leeds

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Using Metrics Responsibly, including recruitment and promotion panels

Using Metrics Responsibly, including recruitment and promotion panels

Go to the Responsible use of metrics sway

Covid-19 impacts on research culture: practices to take forward

Covid-19 impacts on research culture: practices to take forward

Read our report to help develop an improved post-pandemic research culture and environment that will not only be more resilient during business as usual, but also during times of future challenge or disruption.

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Research Culture Crucible

Research Culture Crucible

Join a new Leeds Research Culture Crucible Programme, aiming to bring colleagues together to work on projects to influence cultural change within research at Leeds

Find out about the Research Culture Crucible

Get Involved

Join the Research Culture Community

Join the Research Culture Community

Click here to join the Research Culture MS Team

Participate in a Research Culture Café

Participate in a Research Culture Café

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Research Culture Awards

A fantastic way to recognise and celebrate all that our colleagues have achieved and the efforts that have gone into making Leeds an inclusive, collaborative and supportive community.

Find out more about the awards