Impact resources

Impact SharePoint

Visit our Impact SharePoint site (University log-in required) for resources to support you develop engagement and impact, from planning, delivery, evaluation, and evidencing.

You will find sections dedicated to:

  • Partnerships and collaborations. Working with non-academic partners bridges the gap between research and real-world application, enhancing relevance and reach.
  • Policy. Inside our Policy Toolkit, and you will find templates and checklists to help you develop policy impact. Find out how to translate your research into actionable insights that address key government concerns, including pathways to policy impact, calls for evidence and training.
  • Evidence and evaluation. It’s essential to document and measure the impact of your research to inform which changes have occurred and next steps. Find out about best practice, methods and resources, and training opportunities. New! Testimonial Toolkit for REF Impact Case Studies.

Impact case studies

Be inspired by University of Reading academics creating impact locally, nationally, and globally.

  • Connecting Research Videos. Impact in the own words of our academics (external link to University of Reading YouTube).
  • Engagement and Impact Blog. Case studies from academics working across Agriculture, Food, and Health; Environment; Heritage and Creativity; and Prosperity and Resilience research themes.

External resources