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80 % of the University ’ s research was classed as world-leading or internationally excellent ( Research Excellence Framework , 2022 ). The innovations and discoveries of Keele academics are key contributors to wider social and global issues , and it is important to Keele that our educational delivery is research-led .
Keele has connections across the globe . There are over 100,000 Keele alumni in 162 countries . This global network includes senior diplomats and politicians , leading business people and officials in international NGOs , such as the UN . Our research is also increasingly international in its partnerships , with strong links in every continent .
The University is committed to honouring its heritage of “ a University within North Staffordshire for the advancement of Knowledge , the diffusion and extension of Arts , Sciences and Learning , the provision of Liberal , Professional and Technological Education ”. Our links with the region have seen significant growth in recent years , developing the New Keele Deal , unlocking £ 70m of investment into exploiting the potential of our extensive worldleading research and facilities . With our integrated Science and Innovation Park , we are committed to helping to tackle low productivity and grow a positive culture of innovation and research within our region .
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