Not Alone: Leaders in focusSkip to main contentUnfortunately we don't fully support your browser. If you have the option to, please upgrade to a newer version or use Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, or Safari 14 or newer. If you are unable to, and need support, please send us your feedback. Elsevier Connect 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. Read his story More social impact stories Evidence-based assessment, equity and opportunity When it comes to assessing academic career progress, metrics can be deceptive, especially when evaluating individuals from diverse backgrounds. Read her story More accountability & measurement stories The role of research universities in a changing world order The competition between East and West is not just about university rankings and prestige — it’s about shaping the future of global norms and values Read his story The future of research and higher education 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 Read her story More tech stories 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. Read her story More diversity stories 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 Read his story More collaboration stories Fifty years of campus expression: revisiting the role of university leaders Amid calls for “institutional neutrality,” will remaining silent truly restore the public’s trust in higher education or contribute to positive perceptions of our relevancy? Read his story More leadership stories