Funded by a generous philanthropic donation, the ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Research Academy (LURA) builds on the University’s established strengths in research culture, training and development. LURA fosters an inclusive, ambitious and collaborative research environment, empowering researchers and research-enabling professionals at every career stage to excel. Through innovative development opportunities, interdisciplinary collaboration and a strong commitment to diversity, equity and opportunity, LURA nurtures talent, strengthens research excellence and increases impact.Â
LURA brings together and amplifies the wide range of support available across the University, creating a more connected and coherent experience for our research community. Working in partnership with colleagues and teams across the institution, the Academy develops innovative approaches to professional development, collaboration and leadership. By building on existing strengths and creating new opportunities, LURA helps researchers and research-enabling professionals thrive, driving excellence, impact and positive change.
Core objectives
Foster
a thriving research culture recognised as a top institutional priority.
Lead
manage, and co-ordinate development of the research community.
Cultivate
diverse and inclusive research leaders and innovators.
Promote
interdisciplinary collaboration and industry partnerships.
Deliver
comprehensive training and career development pathways.
Establish
sector-leading measurement and assessment of research culture.
LURA SharePoint
The LURA SharePoint microsite is the streamlined route to accessing LURA opportunities, coordinating information about training and development, resources, news, funding opportunities and more for the whole research and research-enabling community.