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First IARU World Alumni Forum successfully held in Tokyo

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First IARU World Alumni Forum successfully held in Tokyo

2 April, 2015

The theme of the first IARU World Alumni Forum on 1 March 2015 was “Economics, Culture and Innovation: Lessons from Japan”. Experts in different fields discussed what can be learned from the recent developments in Japan from a variety of perspectives. In the concluding panel discussion, the IARU university presidents debated the future challenges of universities. The closing highlight of the event was a Networking Reception for alumni and university representatives.

For more information please visit: IARU World Alumni Forum

UCT Research Symposium 2024: The role of AI in research

This year’s Role of AI in Research Symposium, hosted by the University of Cape Town (UCT), brought together experts, researchers and academics to explore the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on contemporary research. Held on November 8, the symposium

17 December, 2024

Real Estate Working Group hosts another successful general meeting

The IARU Real Estate Working Group (REWG) serves as a platform for members to collaborate, share information, and address interests and challenges commonly found within real estate management. It provides a space for research institutions to learn from each other’s

17 December, 2024