About the Event

Explore how industry partnerships can transform research and career pathways at the HDR Industry Showcase 2025. This engaging panel and networking event brings together HDR candidates, academic staff, and external collaborators to share real-world experiences and insights into building impactful research relationships.

Hear from participants in UNSW's externally engaged PhD programs as they share candid reflections on how they initiated and nurtured their industry collaborations.

Why Attend?

🎤 Hear from the frontlines – Learn directly from HDRs and supervisors about their industry engagement experiences.
💡 Gain practical insights – Understand the benefits, challenges, and lessons learned from real-world partnerships.
🤝 Build meaningful connections – Network with academics, HDRs, and external partners who share your interest in collaboration.

Who Should Attend?

Academic Staff & HDR Supervisors
Interested in developing or expanding external partnerships.
HDR Candidates
Curious about career pathways that blend research with industry engagement.
External Partners
Keen to collaborate with UNSW researchers and HDRs to drive innovation.

Speaker Line-Up Coming Soon

Stay tuned for speaker announcements - we’re curating a dynamic mix of academic leaders and industry collaborators; our panel will offer diverse perspectives on how HDRs can be central to building and sustaining impactful partnerships.