Opinion & blog

Just over two years ago, Stuart C. Billingham, Professor of Lifelong Learning, wrote a short blog entitled "What on earth is lifelong learning". Here, he revisits this topic and discusses the essence of lifelong learning.

Read this blog by Professor Andy Hargreaves as he shares seven principles of sustainability that leaders can apply in organisations to create positive benefits for others now and in the future.

Dr Vasiliki Kioupi considers systemic thinking about sustainability competences in higher education.

In this blog, the authors focus on amplifying and empowering the voices of Global South researchers.

In this blog, the authors focus on how technology and education can empower global citizens for a sustainable future through education.

Despite the progress of recent years, there’s no denying open access (OA) remains a sector challenge, and one that publishers continue to wrestle with. The environment is complex and currently there’s no single model that provides sustainable open access in a way that is equitable for all stakeholders.

From transformative agreements (TAs) to green, gold and diamond models, there’s a need to offer a diversity of publishing models and publishers to ensure an equitable landscape for all stakeholders.

All too often academic publishers are painted with the same brush, but there are numerous differences between organisations, not least when it comes to purpose and publishing practices.

Michael A Salvato, Managing Partner of InfraRe Partners, LLC, envisions a future where digital technology transforms infrastructure into adaptive, intelligent systems. This advancement requires visionary leadership and a shift in how we value and invest in infrastructure.

Professor Ravi Shankar Srinivasan, Associate Dean for Research and Strategic Initiatives, University of Florida, introduces our Smart Cities and Ageing Infrastructure mission by exploring the transformative potential of smart cities. He illustrates how advanced technologies like the Internet of Things and Digital Twins can help manage both new and ageing infrastructure, improving urban sustainability and resilience.

Eric Sandelands, Director at Ingenium Training and Consulting, explores how well curated urban and rural development can generate significant social value, enhancing community well-being and resilience.

With natural disasters on the rise, resilient and sustainable infrastructure is more crucial than ever. Dr Haoyu Huang of Newcastle University and Prof Wen-Shao Chang of the University of Lincoln introduce cutting-edge methods to strengthen timber structures. Their pioneering research not only aims to safeguard historic buildings but also sets the stage for innovative, eco-friendly construction practices.