º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ partners and collaborates with government, the private sector and community organisations to harness our collective strengths and resources to develop new knowledge and innovative solutions that make an impact in both academia and industry.
Contribute to research
Valuable research contributions can come from anyone, not just academics. The º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ forges collaborates with members of our community, government, private sector organisations, not-for-profits and our peers to undertake applied research that makes an impact in academia and the world and lives beyond it.
Our researchers are motivated to change the world, which is why it’s one of º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s values. Some of their greatest impact is changing someone’s world, whether that be a child learning STEM skills through a teacher, a family creating connections within their community through a communal garden, or improving the health and wellbeing of older people in care through physical activity.
A lot of great things happen at the º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ. Remarkable things happen when we collaborate with others.
Commercialise IP
Together we can progress research findings and Intellectual Property (IP) into commercial ventures, products and solutions through the research commercialisation process.
Give to research
Your generosity can fund research programs, support our research students while they study, and create a lasting legacy.
Participate in research
By participating in º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ research, you’re not only contributing to knowledge that can help others, the environment, an industry or challenge we face, but there can be other benefits of research participation, including financial compensation or rewards.
At º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ, we believe in the power of combining academic research with industry insights to drive meaningful progress and innovation. Our focus is on creating research collaborations that transcend traditional boundaries. By partnering with º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ, your industry expertise becomes a vital component in a joint quest for knowledge and solutions. Our partnership isn’t just about groundbreaking discoveries, it’s about applying these findings in practical, impactful ways.
Engage with the º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ to forge research partnerships that address today’s multifaceted challenges.
Industry partnerships
Industry partnerships
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ partners and collaborates with the private sector to harness our collective strengths and resources to develop new knowledge and innovative solutions that make an impact. We're dedicated to a collaborative approach that not only advances research but also provides real-world applications and benefits. Industry partnerships and collaboration can include contracted research, consultancy and expert advice, collaborative research and development projects, spin-out and start-up companies, IP development, industry-partnered PhD internships and scholarships, and more.
Government partnerships
Government partnerships
The º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ partners with a variety of local, state, territory and federal government entities to drive evidence-based decision-making that contributes to public good. º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has a number of government panel memberships that enable our teams to support with government research and evaluation services, data analysis, policy and program design, training and capacity building, impact assessments, feasibility studies, technical assistance and more.
Community partnerships
Community partnerships
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ engages community organisations to drive our civic mission and drive meaningful change for people in the Capital region. Our community partnerships range from research collaborations and innovation to student engagement, sponsorship, infrastructure, and more. º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has partnered with community organisations such as the Stromlo Running Festival and Running for Resilience.
Our PhD Mentoring Program, facilitated by the Graduate Research School, partners º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ PhD candidates with an industry or academic mentor in a similar industry or research area to offer support and guidance during the year. Becoming a mentor for a research student is a great opportunity for an industry professional to offer someone early in their career insights and guidance about your field, career, and experiences.
Our Researcher Development Program (º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ ReD) partners º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ early- and mid-career researchers with a mentor to progress their journey in academia or industry. To express your interest in joining the pool of potential mentors, please contact the º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ ReD team with some basic information about you and your career.
Industry experts can supervise or advise our higher degree by research (HDR) candidates to bring a real-world lens to the candidate’s study, and is essential to industry, co-designed PhD projects.
External supervisors are managed by our faculties in accordance with our policies and procedures and with oversight from the Graduate Research School.
There are conditions for external supervisors, including:
- An external supervisor may not act as a primary supervisor.
- An external supervisor may act as a secondary supervisor only if registered.
- An external supervisor may act as an advisor without being registered.
Adjuncts are voluntary appointments that aim to bridge the gap between industry and academia and bring a lot of value to the º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ. Adjunct and associate appointments contribute to the University's teaching, research, professional development, and extending the University’s knowledge, services and reputation beyond our campuses.
The University’s faculties offer adjunct appointments to people of high standing in academia, government, the private sector or community with relevant knowledge and experience.
If you’re interested in learning more about adjunct and associate appointments at the University, please email our College of Adjuncts.
Get in touch with the Research and Enterprise Portfolio to begin or continue your journey in research, explore opportunities for collaboration, draw on our research expertise, or establish a relationship with º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ.