Research staff induction
Getting started
Plan out your first six months as a new member of research staff and learn about the policies and support available for new starters.
An introduction to research at York
Research excellence
The University of York is ranked in the top 10 in the UK for the quality of its research, according to the Research Excellence Framework (REF).
The REF is a UK-wide assessment of the quality of research in universities. It first took place in 2014 and 2021. The next exercise is planned for 2029.
Research news
A new study has shown that the “iron grip” of the UK Treasury on public spending is a myth.
A new two-year research and community initiative is aiming to restore the legacy of the 17th-century philosopher and scientist Margaret Cavendish to Bolsover Castle - one of her former residences.
As melting glaciers and shifting climates push mountain ecosystems to the brink, an international team of researchers has outlined a radical new approach aimed at strengthening the resilience, inclusivity, and sustainability of mountains and the societies that depend on them.
A mother’s everyday speech habits have little bearing on her child’s academic success, according to new research led by the University of York.