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Not Alone: Leaders in Focus

Unfiltered perspectives on global issues by research and academic leaders

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Who we are

Not Alone is designed to disseminate the ideas of established, extraordinary academic leaders to inspire, provoke and spark conversation. Contributors are chosen for their prominence and influence in research, higher education and related fields. They select the topics — with conviction and passion being the only requirements.

Our format includes short essays, video interviews and a new podcast series.

Rafael L Bras, ScD | Editor, Not Alone; Professor, Georgia Institute of Technology

Prof Rafael Bras, ScD

Prof Rafael L Bras, ScD

New podcast series opens with John Hennessy

In the inaugural episode of Not Alone: Leaders in Conversation, host Rafael Bras engages in a profound discussion with Dr John Hennessy, esteemed academic leader and Chairman of Google’s parent company, Alphabet. Dr Hennessy shares his insights on shaping higher education, his journey from Stanford professor and president to influential entrepreneur, and the pivotal experiences that shaped his career.

Tile for the inaugural Not Alone podcast episode featuring John Hennessy, Chairman of Alphabet.

Social impact in higher education

Identifying the role of universities in catalyzing social and economic change, health equity and sustainable development — and measuring their impact

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Turning the supertanker: How do we steer research universities even more toward impact?

Amid global crises and mounting competition for funding, it’s time to raise our game and show the wider benefits universities can bring.

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Prof Sir Anton Muscatelli quote: "In a world which is increasingly uncertain and dominated by major shocks, our students and staff care about how our university can be a force for good.

Accountability and measurement in higher ed

See how universities and their leaders are supporting accountability, transparency and the evolution of metrics and rankings

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The future of research and higher education

New approaches, perspectives and policies in higher education and beyond

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Technology

Delve into how technology and AI are transforming research and higher education.

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AI for Science: a paradigm shift for scientific discovery and translation

To harness the power of AI for science and society, we need to change the fundamental way scientific research is conducted

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Quote by Dr Theresa Mayer, VP for Research, Carnegie Mellon University: "AI for Science — a new paradigm for scientific discovery and translation — has the potential to accelerate the pace of innovation like never before."

Diversity & Inclusion in higher ed

Explore how universities are advancing diversity, equity and inclusion — and why it’s so important

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Leadership diversity: Living your values at the highest levels

The Chancellor of UC Santa Cruz writes about the steps her university is taking to attract diverse applicant pools for leadership positions.

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Quote by UC Santa Cruz Chancellor Cynthia K Larive: "There's not one magic approach that suddenly creates a diverse leadership team. The practices we have implemented work in conjunction with one another."

Collaboration and partnerships in higher education

Perspectives on collaboration in academia, including town-gown relationships, collaboration with industry and international partnerships

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No university is an island: How to foster town-gown partnerships for impactful outcomes

Universities must collaborate with businesses, communities and government to tackle society’s grand challenges locally and beyond

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Quote by UC Davis Chancellor Gary S May: "The days of ivory towers must end. Town-gown collaborations are more crucial than ever if we are to solve society's greatest challenges."

Leadership

Explore leadership strategies and best practices in higher education and beyond

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The brain science behind effective leadership

Science shows us why we must be deliberate in exposing young leaders to different assignments — within and outside their areas of expertise

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Quote by Ralph de la Vega, former Vice Chairman of AT&T: "Leaders who have learned to use both brain networks and switch seamlessly from one to the other will be better equipped to handle tough challenges."

This content is from Not Alone, a monthly publication that showcases new perspectives on global issues directly from research and academic leaders.