Research has changed our lives in many ways – from ground-breaking medical treatments to making our workplaces safer. It begins with the spark of an idea, and its impact is felt across economic, social, cultural, health, environment, and policy factors. In this episode, our executive team discuss why research is crucial to building new knowledge, revolutionising practices, and aiding progression. You’ll find out about the distinctive approach Torrens University Australia applies to research, and how its researchers are working towards solving the mounting challenges of our time.

Guests:

· Professor Alwyn Louw, Vice–Chancellor

· Professor Kerry London, Pro Vice–Chancellor, Research

Host: Clement Paligaru

Produced by Written & Recorded

Executive Production: Serpil Senelmis & James Brandis

Research: Serpil Senelmis & Clement Paligaru

Writing/Interviewing: Serpil Senelmis

Sound Design/Engineering: James Brandis

Find all episodes of Research That Matters at torrens.edu.au/research-that-matters

Research That Matters was recorded across Australia and New Zealand. Torrens University Australia acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present, and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We also acknowledge Māori as tangata whenua and Treaty of Waitangi partners in Aotearoa New Zealand.