The article discusses the need for a shift in research assessment from quantity to quality, emphasizing the importance of evaluating research based on quality, transparency, reproducibility, and innovation rather than quantitative indicators like publication numbers or journal impact factors. The authors propose a framework called RESQUE (Research Quality Evaluation) to address these issues. This framework includes a two-stage evaluation process: the first stage uses metric indicators to filter out candidates with insufficient methodological rigor, while the second stage focuses on the content and merits of the research, using qualitative assessments. The RESQUE system aims to promote responsible research assessment by valuing diverse academic contributions, ensuring the validity of quantitative indicators, and prioritizing quality over impact and quantity. The authors also highlight the importance of open data, preregistration, and reproducible research practices. The RESQUE system was initially developed for psychology but is believed to be applicable to other fields as well. The authors encourage collaboration with researchers in other disciplines to adapt and implement the RESQUE framework. The shift towards quality-based research assessment could influence the entire academic system, including research funding and awards, and help build a more robust and impactful scientific future.The article discusses the need for a shift in research assessment from quantity to quality, emphasizing the importance of evaluating research based on quality, transparency, reproducibility, and innovation rather than quantitative indicators like publication numbers or journal impact factors. The authors propose a framework called RESQUE (Research Quality Evaluation) to address these issues. This framework includes a two-stage evaluation process: the first stage uses metric indicators to filter out candidates with insufficient methodological rigor, while the second stage focuses on the content and merits of the research, using qualitative assessments. The RESQUE system aims to promote responsible research assessment by valuing diverse academic contributions, ensuring the validity of quantitative indicators, and prioritizing quality over impact and quantity. The authors also highlight the importance of open data, preregistration, and reproducible research practices. The RESQUE system was initially developed for psychology but is believed to be applicable to other fields as well. The authors encourage collaboration with researchers in other disciplines to adapt and implement the RESQUE framework. The shift towards quality-based research assessment could influence the entire academic system, including research funding and awards, and help build a more robust and impactful scientific future.