San Francisco Declaration of Research Assessment (DORA)

By endorsing DORA, we are committing to the responsible assessment of research that emphasises quality, originality and real-world impact, rather than reliance on journal-based metrics such as Journal Impact Factors.

We recognise and value:

• • The full range of research outputs, including datasets, software, policy engagement, practice-based outputs and public scholarship.
  • Fair and transparent processes in recruitment, promotion and research funding.
  • Ongoing development of responsible research assessment across our academic community.

This step is aligned with out mission to advance research, scholarship and knowledge exchange that is rigorous, inclusive and relevant to society.  As part of the global movement towards better research evaluation, Liverpool Hope University is committed to fostering a supportive and diverse research environment where excellence is defined by the value of the work, not simply where it is published or by citation indices.

Further information about DORA can be found here.