Welcome to the University of Surrey – a university with a proud history of conducting research that makes a difference to society. And one with current priority research themes in Urban Living and Sustainability. You can see you are in the right place to hold this workshop. Congratulations to Professor Prashant Kumar and his team […]
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When I was a PhD student (in Physics, actually), I was of a very singular mind – nothing was getting between me and Dr D! But then, I would still go down to morning tea and discuss the latest developments in Science – with my own group, and often with many others, including the threadbare […]
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A vibrant postgraduate researcher population lies at the heart of any research-intensive university. And with the continuing growth of our doctoral college, and our outstanding performance in the PRES, coming 7th in the land, we are well-placed to grow. So, I hope you have now heard that we have an ambitious plan to double our postgraduate research […]
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12 March 2019 SPRINT – SPace Research and Innovation Network for Technology Roadshow It is a particular delight for me to welcome you all to the University of Surrey to celebrate – and learn more about – SPRINT – SPace Research and Innovation Network for Technology. That is because space and satellite technology is in […]
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One year ago, having just landed on these shores, I opened the second annual FASS Festival of Research, and congratulated you all on the kaleidoscope of excellence in research and innovation that I had already found. During my first year at Surrey, the chaos around us has continued to escalate, with Brexit, the Augar Review […]
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Approaching the completion of my first year at Surrey, I consider how we stand in research and innovation, and talk about the future and how I see the role of the VPRI portfolio. It is a long read – so I have tried to provide sub-headings so you can browse. Rankings We have much to be […]
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