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Innovative Australian universities cooperate to strengthen Australia-India education partnership
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…
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Beyond commercialisation to the full societal impact of research
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…
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The Discord in the Accord: Keynote Address to the Innovative Research Universities Senior Leaders Forum
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…
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IRU signs new partnership agreement with the University of the South Pacific
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…
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Innovative Research Universities celebrating 20 years of impact
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…
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IRU Accord response focuses on equity, research, diversity and innovation
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…
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IRU welcomes government response to ARC Review
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…
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Policy reform on the right track for a more equitable higher education system
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,…
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IRU welcomes the appointment of next La Trobe University Vice-Chancellor
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…
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Diversity and collaboration key to future success
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…
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IRU in India to discuss the future of universities
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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Innovative Research Universities lead in global impact
The Innovative Research Universities (IRU) is celebrating the positive impact of its members following the release of the 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings. For the second year in a row, IRU member Western Sydney University (WSU) has come…
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