Voted inspiring university leader of 2013 by Guardian readers, Huddersfield vice-chancellor Bob Cryan talks about what this recognition means as we visit him on campus
The sale of the London-based startup to the publishing giant has prompted strong reactions from the academic community – is the partnership good or bad news for open access research?
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Maximising the impact of research on society depends on universities brokering the right partnerships with public policy, says David Phipps – and Canada is leading the way
Libby Hackett: Changes to government can bring fresh energy but they can also deepen uncertainty and hinder progress. As universities adapt to change, keeping the university minister on is welcomed news
There is no point in developing student social entrepreneurs if we don't also develop a thriving social enterprise sector for them to work in, says Simon Denny
As the Olympics make way for the Paralympics, we round up the advice from our live chat panel on how universities can ensure the Games have a lasting legacy beyond participation in sport
UK universities have the opportunity of a generation to build a sustainable economy for the 21st century, but they need to invest in infrastructure, business collaboration and in their people, explains Stephen Caddick
For universities that are able to surmount the challenges and costs of collaborating with industry, there are many ways to begin dialogue - from 'sandboxes' to hack days, Sara Jones and Stephen Clulow explore the options
Universities can develop new postgraduate courses quickly, and increase their relevance, by making industry partners integral to the development process, says David Allen
Nick Petford: Universities have the potential to use their considerable spending to help drive economic growth - if only that purchasing power could be targeted in a more coordinated way
It's argued that research should be judged on relevance alongside quality. But impact isn't just about solving business problems, using research to start debate is just as important
Employers increasingly need staff with a wide range of skills, but it's not the responsibility of universities alone to develop interdisciplinary talent, argues David Docherty
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