Universities ‘must operate like thinktanks’ to influence policy

Executive exchanges in universities, business and government ‘would improve policy’, says Monash council member

7 April

American Association for the Advancement of Science accompanied by global efforts to better inform policymaking

19 February

Academics who want their findings to be used but not abused should bear eight things in mind, says Nick Hillman

31 January

Nick Hillman offers academics advice on managing expectations and ensuring that their research has a big impact

26 May

Former civil servant urges universities to translate their research into the language understood by government departments if they want it to be acted upon