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Research Outputs Development is a training and support programme focused on further strengthening Ulster’s research outputs.
The programme aims to help academics, researchers, and the wider researcher community improve their outputs by providing training, support and insights into all aspects of research outputs. From getting ready to write a paper; to gaining awareness into the editorial process; from understanding what makes a 4* research output to dealing with peer review; from strategies to developing high-quality research outputs to Open Research practices.
At present, these events are being delivered through a mix of methods - both online (via MS Teams) and face to face events.
Find out more about current events via the Research & Innovation: Events and Training SharePoint.
PURE Support Events
The PURE Support team provide online training sessions which are available every month to assist staff in depositing outputs in PURE.
Information and videos from previous Research Output events can be accessed below.
Output Development Resources 2022
Previous Events and Resources
Download video recording of events held in 2022
At this event on 25 May 2022, Prof. Peter Flatt and Prof Cliff Bailey shared their wealth of experience in the field of research publication to help you jump the various hurdles to get your paper published.
At this session Prof Girijesh Prasad and Dr Kongfatt Wong-Lin showcased their strategies for effectively developing a high-quality research output.
The session on 7 April 2022, led by Prof. Dewar Finlay and Prof Tony Byrne, provided insights on how the quality of research outputs is assessed for the purposes of REF with particular focus on defining originality, significance and rigour.
View the session video for Originality, Significance and Rigour
At this session Dr Nikhilkumar Shah and Marie Mallon discussed OA definition and requirements, University support and points to consider while choosing OA journal.
- This session was recoded - view the video for Open Access and the Implications for Choosing A Journal
- Download presentations slides
The 'Getting Ready to Write a Paper' event looked at some approaches that could help when preparing to write your next paper, including choosing a topic, preparing the data and thinking through the key messages. The seminar was delivered by Prof Mark Tully.
Download a copy of the presentation - 'Getting Ready to Write a Paper' can be downloaded here.
At this event Prof Nigel Irwin discussed some approaches to help with choosing the right journal for your work and how to successfully survive the peer review process.
Download a copy of the presentation - Choosing the Right Journal and Dealing with Peer Review
At this event Dr. Pilar Fernandez-Ibanez and Dr. Jun Liu discussed their insights into the editorial process when developing a journal article and explained some mechanisms of publication from the perspective of an editor, how to avoid article rejection, and how to address reviewers’ comments.
Download Dr. Pilar Fernandez-Ibanez presentation - Mechanisms of Publication, Editor's Perspective
Download Dr Jun Liu presentation - Insights into the Editorial Process when Developing a Journal Article
Output Development Resources 2019-2021
Download content from events between 2019-2021
Ulster University's Citation Strategy and Top 10 tips for increasing citations can be accessed through the Citation Website.
Useful Articles and Blogs
- Journal Article Tips
- Advice from our editors: revising the dissertation into a monograph
- 35 Tips for ECRs Getting Published
- How do early career researchers ‘publish and thrive’?
- ECR your book proposal - the dos and don'ts
- 3 things ECRs need to succeed (publishing, funding, networking)
- Journal Citation Reports/Journal Impact
- Ulster University Library - Bibliometrics and Citation Analysis Guide
- Demystifying the peer review process
- REF 2021 Outputs Criteria
Contact Us
If you have any queries on these events or any ideas for additional workshops or seminars please contact Connie Gerrow in Research Performance. Email: c.gerrow@ulster.ac.uk
Research Support Services Booklet
For more information on other Research Support Programmes and systems support download the Research Support Services Leaflet.
