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Working Outside the Box: A “Public Squares” Initiative to Advance Transdisciplinary Research at Stellenbosch University 

Universities can play a key role in generating knowledge to address complex issues in our society. Yet for academics to become agents of change within and beyond institutions, they need to learn to cross boundaries, work collaboratively, and raise money to sustain their endeavours. Through the Public Squares development programme, Stellenbosch University aims to catalyse, produce and externally fund research for impact – Research that helps sustain resilient economies, promote health and wellbeing, cultivate arts and culture, make the world greener, and foster a more socially cohesive society. Drawing on expertise in research, public engagement, and grant writing, we provide research teams with targeted training, facilitated brainstorming sessions and constructive feedback on grant proposals.

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