Tomorrow Today in Research Forum 2024
Australia, New Zealand
Join us for an exciting forum with thought-leadership discussions, insightful case studies, keynote presentations, and networking opportunities

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About the Tomorrow Today in Research Forum
The Tomorrow Today in Research Forum, a one-day event designed to foster collaboration among research managers, researchers, and funders within our research and library communities, will explore critical topics shaping the future of research. These include policy-driven initiatives, academic evaluation, and research impact. The forum presents a valuable opportunity for internal dialogue and strategic positioning within the evolving research landscape, particularly in Australia and New Zealand.
Date & Time
Date: 25th September 2024
Location: Rydges Darling Square, 72 Liverpool Street, Sydney, 2000, Australia
What to expect
Here are some of the key topics we'll be exploring:
Academic Impact
Academic Evaluation and Higher Education
Knowledge Creation in a Changing Research Landscape
The Power of Collaboration with Industry in Academia
AI and Higher Education
Agenda
Time | Topic | Speakers |
9.00AM - 9.10AM (10 mins) | Opening & Introduction Acknowlegdement of Country | Regional Solutions Director Elsevier Senior Solutions Account Manager Elsevier |
9.10AM - 9.40AM (30 mins) | Session 1: Trends in academic evaluation and higher Education | Director, Research Environment in the Office of the Pro-Vice Chancellor (Research) The University of Queensland |
9.40AM - 10.10AM (30 mins) | Session 2: Unveiling the Blueprint: Nurturing a Culture of Research Excellence in the Data Age | Director (Research Analysis Data and Reporting) University of New South Wales |
10.10AM - 10.40AM (30 mins) | Session 3 – AI & Higher Education | Interim Chief, Research and Innovation Services Australian National University |
10.40AM - 11.00AM (20 mins) | Morning networking break | |
11.00AM - 11.30AM (30 mins) | Session 4 - Streamlining Academic Processes: Enhancing Efficiency and Effectiveness | SVP & GM Academic Information Systems Elsevier |
11.30AM - 12.00PM (30 mins) | Session 5 - Outcomes and Impact in Health and Medical Research | Director, Enterprise, International Partnerships and Clinical Trials NSW Health |
12.00PM - 12.45PM (45 min) | Session 6: Panel Discussion - Defining IMPACT - Academic Evaluation & Higher Education - Knowledge Creation - Universities Accords (evaluation, impact, international collaboration, industry) * All speakers will be on the panel | Moderator: Carl Austin |
12.45PM - 2.00PM (75 mins) | Networking Lunch | |
2.00PM - 2.30PM (30 mins) | Session 7: Bridging the Gap: How Research, Industry, and Commercialization Drive Innovation in Healthcare | Lilly Bojarski General Manager of HealthTech CICADA Innovations |
2.30PM - 3.00PM (30 mins) | Session 8: Academic Evaluation in Higher Education [Zoom] A framework for outputs, outcomes and impact. | Vice President (Analytical and Data Services) Elsevier |
3.00PM - 4.30PM (90 mins) | Networking Afternoon Bubbles & Bites with showcase of Elsevier Thought Leadership Reports | All Attendees |
The speakers

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Dr. Amberyn Thomas
Director, Research Environment in the Office of the Pro-Vice Chancellor (Research)
The University of Queensland
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Sophie Holloway
Interim Chief, Research and Innovation Services
Australian National University
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Thomas Chow
Director of Research Analysis, Data and Reporting, Division of Research and Enterprise
University of New South Wales
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Anne O'Neill
Director, Enterprise, International Partnerships and Clinical Trials
NSW Government NSW Health and Medical Research
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M'hamed El Aisati
Vice President (Analytical and Data Services)
Elsevier
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