This report describes an investigation funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) to establish greater understanding of the extent of design theory and practice within the context of health. Led by researchers from Lab4Living, based within the Art & Design Research Centre at Shefeld Hallam University, researchers from Coventry University, Glasgow School of...

If you work in a university, you are almost certain to have heard the term 'open access' in the past couple of years. You may also have heard either that it is the utopian answer to all the problems of research dissemination or perhaps that it marks the beginning of an apocalyptic new era of...

The Russell Group has joined with other global universities in support of research and education in the humanities and social sciences. At a meeting held at Leiden University, the eight groups representing the world’s foremost research universities have committed themselves to: • making the case for strong funding and support of humanities and social sciences...

Introduction As a key, business-focused element of the Economic Action Strategy, the Industry Innovation and Competitiveness Agenda brings together and builds on the Government’s other economic reform efforts to make the most of Australia’s strengths and business opportunities. Through the Competitiveness Agenda, the Government aims to achieve four overarching ambitions: A lower cost, business friendly...

The Mapping the Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences in Australia report charts Australia’s current capabilities in the humanities, arts and social sciences (HASS) and identifies gaps and opportunities for the future by developing a comprehensive understanding of student enrolment trends, and teaching and research activity and potential. The report was co-funded by the Australian Academy...