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Across the natural and social sciences, business, healthcare, philosophy and the arts, read more about our latest world-leading research.
Research staff
Our staff are passionate about their work. Find out about their research interests and experience of working in Kingston.
Research news and expert opinion
A leading researcher at Kingston University and St George's, University of London has become the fourth in the Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education to be appointed to a prestigious panel for the Government's Research Excellence Framework (REF).
Kingston University appoints leading educator Professor Helen Laville as Provost
Professor Helen Laville has been appointed Provost of Kingston University - a newly created position that will see her provide a single point of leadership for all academic endeavour at the institution.
Kingston University retains European HR Excellence in Research Award
Kingston University's commitment to supporting and empowering its researchers throughout their careers has been recognised by retaining the European Commission HR Excellence in Research Award.
Centres of Excellence
Our Centres of Excellence ensure a dynamic, sustainable research base and active knowledge sharing economy.
Research quality
The next submission will take place in November 2020 for assessment in 2021. Kingston's approach to REF2021 is set out in its REF 2021 Code of Practice.
Research events
- Education and Illustration: Models Methods Paradigms, 11th Illustration Research Symposium
Thursday 11 February - Friday 12 February 2021 - Critique of Strategic Reason
Friday 30 April 2021 - Alex Demirovic: On the Concept of Ideology
Thursday 6 May 2021
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