Metrics and impact

Metrics and impact

Research outputs are assessed in a variety of ways, from marks on an assignment through to the number of readers of an academic article. Over the last few years there has been an increased move away from purely numerical measures to include wider impressions of impact. Learn more about how you can showcase the true impact of your work below.

Snapshots 

Need information in a hurry? Get up to speed fast with our research snapshots:

• Moore Minute: Responsible metrics

Quick Reads

Need to know a bit more? Our quick reads outline complex topics in an accessible way:

• Moore About... Responsible metrics

In-depth

Time to dive deep into a topic? Our in-depth resources cover everything you need to know and give you a chance to put your new skills into practice:

• Moore Module: Responsible metrics

Recommended resources

• The responsible use of metrics aims to move away from the over-reliance on traditional measures of impact but what does this really mean for researchers? In this module you will find a range of self-guided activities, resources and links to further reading to help you learn all about the responsible use of metrics, why this is needed and how you can get involved.