A Review of Research Assessment

Below are two interesting reports which look at the research assessment process and the role the Library can play. Interestingly the pros and cons of a national assessment process can be seen in comparison between the UK and Ireland.

A Comparative Review of Research Assessment Regimes in Five Countries and the Role of Libraries in the Research Assessment Process:
http://www.oclc.org/research/publications/library/2009/2009-09.pdf

Research Assessment and the Role of the Library
A companion report to A Comparative Review of Research Assessment Regimes in Five Countries and the Role of Libraries in the Research Assessment Process
http://www.oclc.org/research/publications/library/2010/2010-01.pdf