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CAF warns new REF rules could put academic freedom at risk
CAF warns that proposed REF 2029 criteria on equality, diversity and inclusion could create new risks for academic freedom and research excellence.
Is Cambridge Chancellor right to call for “kindness” in wake of Jason Arday affair?
Cambridge Chancellor Lord Smith has called for greater ‘kindness’ in the wake of the Jason Arday affair. But what might that mean for academic freedom?
Jason Arday reported academic critic to police after questions over his research
Professor Jason Arday reported fellow academic Dr David Harris to police after Harris raised concerns about apparent errors and possible plagiarism in his work
Cambridge’s response to Jason Arday threats raises fresh questions over Roshaan Khattak case
The Guardian’s Jason Arday investigation raises fresh questions about Cambridge University’s response to threats against researcher Roshaan Khattak.