Research at Western Sydney
Western Sydney University is a research institution driven by impact.
We believe excellent research and practical outcomes are essential parts of our overarching research mission. Our research has real impact upon the social, economic and environmental wellbeing of our regional, national and international communities.
The University invites outstanding graduate researchers, innovative new generation researchers and established researchers to consider joining or collaborating with us.
Professor Deborah Sweeney
Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Research, Enterprise and International)
Research Services
Research Services provides an integrated suite of services supporting the University's research effort through the development of contracts and agreements, and the provision of application advice and grant writing support to researchers; research policy implementation and development; maintenance and provision of research data; and the monitoring and promotion of ethical research practice.
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Business Services
The Business Services team connects business, government and the community with Western Sydney University by establishing external linkages and identifying partnership opportunities for commercial research, professional consultancy, commercialisation opportunities, access to intellectual property and expertise, and to the University's cutting-edge research facilities. Our team of dedicated business support professionals is available to discuss your specific needs and interests.
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Future-Makers
Issue Three
Western Sydney Research: transforming lives and shaping the future.
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Issue Two
Bringing world-class research to Greater Western Sydney.
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Issue One
Discover impact-driven research at Western.
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Research Makers
Issue One
World leading research. World changing impact.
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Other Places
Western Sydney University is a member of the following industry groups:
Australasian Research Management Society (opens in a new window)
Australian Council of Graduate Research (opens in a new window)
Association for Tertiary Education Management (opens in a new window)
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