Debate@Go8 Mini: 2026 EABC Mission – Professor Duncan Ivison, Vice-Chancellor, Manchester University
Just before kicking off the 2026 EABC Mission to Europe, Go8 CE Vicki Thomson had a really great chat with Professor Duncan Ivison, Vice-Chancellor of The University of Manchester IN Manchester. Professor Ivison is a Go8 favourite ever since his time as Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) at the University of Sydney. Vicki and Professor Ivison discuss the differences between Manchester and Sydney unis; the serious, shared challenge of social cohesion and how Manchester University is tackling it; and defence research and research security. The University of Manchester is a defence research powerhouse – as are Group of Eight unis. How does Manchester University manage the complexities and could there be lessons for Go8 universities? Recorded June 2026.
