While universities already play an important role in attracting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) to the UK, there is a clear opportunity for this role to be expanded and enhanced through better collaboration between universities, local partners and government. The purpose of this report is to begin a conversation about what this role looks like, how...

This report provides a clear set of principles, that can be applied across all Australian research institutions, to meet the evolving and long-term needs of society and the economy. It includes a spotlight on the key issues for research organisations, with practical actions to move from the current approach towards a new and innovative research...

This report examines how policy-makers currently engage with cutting-edge research, and considers ways to improve the relationship between those who push at the boundaries of knowledge and those who govern the country.

The Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) Program is designed to foster collaboration between industry and research. This evaluation sought to assess the Program's success in meeting its stated policy objectives by reviewing the Program’s high-level design and short- and long-term outcomes. It finds that the Program is working well, delivering on its objectives and meeting an...

Victoria is facing a shortage of skilled workers in several sectors, including healthcare, community services, engineering, teaching, digital and technology, construction and agriculture. This inquiry examines how Victorian universities can play a greater role to support the pipeline of skilled workers in government priority areas.