Creating an environment in which interdisciplinary research can tackle complex real-world problems is about institutional culture and allowing scientists to follow their intellectual curiosity
In the second part of this two-part series on finding investment for research commercialisation, here’s how to build a business plan
When student circumstances fall outside standard support categories, their difficulties can deepen. This means hardship of groups such as caregivers or international students grows quietly, until it becomes much harder to address
Strategies for making learning environments accessible by design, to the benefit of all students
In the first part of this two-part series on investment and business planning for research spin-out companies, discover all you need to know about attracting venture capital
The uncomfortable truth is that academia doesn’t conform to the regular nine-to-five, and pretending otherwise will not fix working conditions that are broken, argues Sorin Krammer
Advice on creating a value proposition that clearly communicates the benefits of your work to different audiences
By exposing incoming educators to anti-racist principles early in training, universities better prepare them to promote fairness, critical thinking and social justice, writes Jordan Allers
Adjusting your teaching when you have a deaf student in your class can help everyone learn better – and help you find new ways to communicate effectively. Find out how
With research, it is not just about what you produce, but how and to whom you communicate it. Learn how to identify and understand the needs of your audience
The history of mathematics tells a rich story of collective labour, curiosity, dialogue, adventurousness and responsiveness to human questions. Educators have responsibility to tap into this for current and future students, writes Clemency Montelle
From subtle undermining to overt hostility, misogyny is rearing its ugly head in higher education classrooms, fuelled by online manosphere content. Addressing it requires clearer boundaries, training and a willingness to confront harmful behaviour early
An expert educator embedded in teaching development explains what universities gain when they celebrate professional services expertise and provide clear, meaningful career pathways
Graduate students often feel unprepared for roles outside research or teaching. Ashley Dayer offers advice for equipping them with practical skills, professional networks and the confidence to pursue diverse paths
Higher education wants to hire academics with real-world experience – yet the identity shift required often goes unnoticed. Here’s how to improve support