Stern and REF: assessing the past to fund the future with non-portability

Key Points

• The proposed non-portability may alter how funding is allocated to researchers, affecting their relationship with funding agencies.
• Research outputs under non-portability could limit the accessibility and utilization of findings across different institutions.
• Examining the Stern review highlights the need for a balanced funding environment that supports diverse research outputs.
• The shift to non-portability may encourage researchers to focus on collaborative projects rather than individual achievements.