Labour scraps UK’s planned national academy for mathematics
Body proposed by former government was seen as a way of upskilling workforce and growing the economy
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Can collective pay bargaining survive in the UK?
Diverging financial pressures are putting untold strain on common pay and pension arrangements. As recent pay awards constrain richer universities’ ability to reward their staff as they see fit while...
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Talking leadership: Govindan Rangarajan on transforming health in India
Indian Institute of Science director discusses opening a new medical school and receiving the country’s largest philanthropic university gift
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Talking leadership: John Nicklow on creating a ‘living, breathing’ strategic plan
The Florida Tech president on creating a 'living, breathing' strategic plan, the explosion of the space industry and why diversity matters
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European Commission adds stand-alone research and innovation brief
Ursula von der Leyen names Ekaterina Zaharieva as European commissioner for start-ups, research and innovation
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Talking leadership: Koen Lamberts on overcoming ideology to achieve commercialisation
Sheffield vice-chancellor discusses including innovation in promotions criteria and carving a distinct identity for the university
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Spurned ex-shadow minister takes science select committee role
Chi Onwurah and Helen Hayes elected to lead key committees for higher education sector
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Draghi report ‘final wake-up call’ for Europe on innovation
University umbrella groups welcome report’s emphasis on research while critiquing some proposals
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The Draghi report is a big opportunity for European universities
Institutions should make the case for their vital role in the proposed drive for more EU-wide coordination on skills and innovation, says Jan Palmowski
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Should students or public pay for English tuition fees deficit?
Wary of backing a ‘toxic’ big rise in fees, vice-chancellors are coalescing around a demand for more public subsidy for higher education instead. Despite the cost, could this option be more palatable...
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Global Sustainable Development Congress 2024: post-event summary
Third edition of É«ºÐÖ±²¥Â event solidifies global commitment to sustainable development
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‘Technocrat, not guru, needed’ as search resumes for UKRI boss
High-profile or opinionated candidates may receive short shrift with ‘CEO in all but name’ Lord Vallance firmly in charge of UK science, experts predict
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University mergers can work but aren’t a sure-fire way to save money
Vice-chancellors can often overestimate the savings from institutional mergers and underestimate their complex challenges, says Malcolm Prowle
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Academic networking: a cynic’s game?
Junior scholars are urged to do all they can to build bridges with the people who can give them jobs and promotions. But how calculating should they be about who to approach? How should they do it?...
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English regional devolution could enhance opportunities for HE
Labour’s planned decentralisation of power will strengthen universities’ standing and ability to contribute to local prosperity, says Diana Beech