School of Management REF 2021 impact case studies

We aim high with our research. We want to influence change and make a positive difference. Read the stories behind our Research Excellence Framework submission.

Impact work

Our research is having global impact. Find out about why we're leading in business and management research.

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Analysing the impact of quantitative easing on the UK economy after the financial crisis

The 2008 financial crisis shook the world. This research analysed how quantitative easing helped change UK investor behaviour and stimulate economic recovery.

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Gone phishing: the research protecting us from cyberattacks

Professor Adam Joinson鈥檚 research explores why people fall for cyberattacks, and helps develop training to prevent it.

Improving healthcare in the South West

Professor Christos Vasilakis is using operational research to help hospitals manage their capacity, improve patient care and coordinate their Covid-19 response.

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The research transforming business design

Dimo Dimov鈥檚 research was used to create the Social Enterprise and Innovation Programme, which helped generate 拢3.3 million of investment in the South West

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Early warning radar system of financial meltdowns

Dr Simone Giansante鈥檚 analysis is helping to detect instability in financial markets. His research could help countries avoid catastrophic financial events.

The software that helps delivery firms get out of a jam

Dr G眉ne艧 Erdo臒an has developed a tool that helps organisations choose the best routes for delivering goods, helping to save money and reduce emissions.