Embedded in UTS’ 2027 vision, the university is seeking to research “exemplified by excellence, impact, engagement with global partners, and innovative collaborations that transcend disciplinary and professional boundaries.” The research aims to have economic, cultural, and social impact through mult- and trans-disciplinary approaches leveraging and sustaining partnerships with business, government and civil society. Connected research can occur in three ways:
*Contract research for strategic research expertise*Collaborative research partnerships*Consulting services through accessUTS
Collaborative research partnerships
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Collaborative projects such as [https://www.uts.edu.au/research-and-teaching/our-research/institute-sustainable-futures/news/innovative-future-sydney the Innovative Future of Sydney Trains Customer Service] are celebrated through the annual UTS Vice-Chancellor's Awards for Research Excellence through Collaboration or Partnership Award. UTS has partnerships with small and medium enterprises, large multinational companies, local, state, federal and international government agencies, non-governmental organizations and charities.