In recent years, the power of virtual collaboration has become undeniable, yet there are moments when nothing compares to the depth and impact of in-person engagement. Time spent at other institutions – especially abroad – offers unparalleled opportunities to access specialised expertise, advanced facilities and fresh perspectives that can reshape research and innovation.
When they met in September, senior officers exchanged updates and news from their institutions, with a few thematic sessions presented by some of the IARU group leads.
The Global Internship Program (GIP) provides international work experience and research opportunities to IARU students, which are valuable for broadening academic horizons and building community and cross-cultural understanding.
The launch of the IARU Early-Career Collaboration Grant Scheme in 2023 marked a significant opportunity for our emerging researchers. Eight grants were successfully awarded, empowering recipients to embark on global collaborative ventures across member universities.
The IARU Cybersecurity Forum is now led by UCPH. The next annual Cybersecurity Forum meeting will be held in Copenhagen from 25 to 27 June 2024, and the programme for the annual Cybersecurity Forum meeting is currently being developed.
UC Berkeley's Chancellor, Prof. Carol Christ, is the current IARU chairperson from 2017 to 2018.
