Research universities play a profound role in helping navigate many of the world’s challenges. One prime example is the University of Birmingham, a global research university that has made a contribution to battling the pandemic. Yet, as Covid-19 eventually loosens its grip on the world, how will the University of Birmingham strengthen and develop the impact of its research amid the “new normal”?
The university’s vice chancellor, Sir David Eastwood, joins The Chronicle to discuss the university’s research vision, sharing its research success, and discussing examples from the last 18 months.