Tag: Luke Sheehy

Australia to join $155bn Horizon Europe research pool

Posted on   |  by James Riley
European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen says Australia’s plan to join the giant Horizon Europe innovation program will help underpin research cooperation across key sectors, from quantum computing...

A productivity lift needs a serious R&D, innovation overhaul

Posted on   |  by Luke Sheehy
If Australia wants higher productivity, a sustainable standard of living and long-term prosperity, we need to get serious about research and innovation. For too long, the national economic debate...

‘Poverty line’ PhD payments draining research

Posted on   |  by Joseph Brookes
Australia’s universities will push the Albanese government for a $500 million funding commitment in the run up to the election to raise the living allowance for PhD candidates and...

A Future Made in Australia needs a research reset

Posted on   |  by Joseph Brookes
The Albanese government’s flagship industry policy is at risk of being undermined by plummeting investment in research and development, Australia’s universities and research groups are warning ahead of Tuesday’s...

Gig Guide: NSW data guru Ian Oppermann out

Posted on   |  by Justin Hendry
New South Wales’ first-ever chief data scientist Ian Oppermann is hanging up his boots after more than eight years in the role to join the technology advisory firm set...

Universities Australia names new leader

Posted on   |  by Joseph Brookes
Universities Australia has poached fellow lobby group ATN Universities’ leader Luke Sheehy to be its new chief executive from next year, as the sector braces for major changes and...