Members of the Innovative Research Universities (IRU) have confirmed their intent to work together on a strategic initiative to strengthen the relationship between Australia and India. Six members of the IRU have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore…
The Innovative Research Universities (IRU) today affirmed its commitment to strengthening two-way mobility and collaboration with partners in Pacific Island Nations, with the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of the South Pacific (USP). USP…
The Innovative Research Universities (IRU) this week celebrates its 20th anniversary with its annual Senior Leaders Forum hosted by Griffith University in Brisbane and the launch of a new publication highlighting the impact of IRU member universities over the last…
The Innovative Research Universities (IRU) welcomes the introduction of legislation by Minister Jason Clare to strengthen the governance and mission of the Australian Research Council (ARC). The ARC has a vital and unique role in Australia’s innovation system, as the…
By Dr David Phipps and Paul Harris A quick survey of any news site will reveal a wide range of issues facing our societies, where the knowledge and expertise in our universities can make a valuable contribution. Living standards among…
The Hon Andrew Fraser, Chancellor, Griffith University I choose to begin by acknowledging the traditional owners of these lands, the Jaggara and Turrbal peoples, and I acknowledge the truth of their original and enduring custodianship. I also acknowledge that teaching…
The Innovative Research Universities (IRU) has today submitted its response to the Universities Accord Interim Report, emphasising the opportunity for a new partnership between government and universities to deliver a more equitable and innovative Australia. The group of seven universities…
The Innovative Research Universities (IRU) welcomes today’s announcement by Minister Jason Clare of the government’s agreement to all ten recommendations outlined in the independent review of the Australian Research Council (ARC). IRU Executive Director Paul Harris said the announcement is…
The Innovative Research Universities (IRU) welcomes the release of the Universities Accord interim report and the announcements made today by the Hon Jason Clare MP, Minister for Education. The Minister’s announcements, such as guaranteed Commonwealth-supported places for all Indigenous students,…
The Innovative Research Universities (IRU) welcomes the appointment of Professor Theo Farrell as the new Vice-Chancellor at La Trobe University. Professor Farrell will bring extensive leadership experience to the IRU, both through the insights he has in innovative teaching and…
The broadening of the Australian research system over the last 20 years is a national success story, leading to greater productivity and equality. Future policy reform should build upon the gains already made. Over the last 20 years, Australia has…
Innovative Research Universities (IRU) representatives will be in India next week to speak at an event on the transformative role of universities in G20 countries. IRU Executive Director Paul Harris and Policy Advisor Dr Peter Bentley have both been invited…
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