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ACU means business with innovation partnership

ACU students and researchers will benefit from a new education partnership with the Canberra Innovation Network (CBRIN).

CBRIN was established in 2014 by four foundation members, the Australian National University, the University of Canberra, UNSW Canberra and the Canberra Institute of Technology, in collaboration with the ACT Government and private-sector partners. It is designed to connect, promote and grow innovation in the ACT.

Canberra Campus Dean Associate Professor Darius von Guttner said the partnership would strengthen ties between higher education, research, and Canberra’s thriving innovation community.

“This partnership will offer our students access to internships, workshops, and entrepreneurial training delivered by Canberra’s leading startups,” Associate Professor von Guttner said.

“At ACU, we are committed to fostering an environment where innovation and collaboration flourish. This will open doors for our students and researchers to engage directly with industry leaders and entrepreneurs.

“We’re excited to see our expertise in health and education contribute to Canberra’s dynamic ecosystem and to support the next generation of innovators.”

CBRIN CEO Petr Adamek said the partnership would enhance and strengthen the innovation network.

“This partnership means more pathways in Canberra for students and researchers to collaborate with entrepreneurs and the broader innovation community on solutions to some of the wicked problems we face,” he said.

Chief Minister Andrew Barr said ACU was a valued part of Canberra’s university sector, and a welcome CBRIN partner.

“Strengthening our knowledge-intensive sectors is a key priority, and there are strong synergies between research, business innovation, and industry that help drive future growth,” he said.