Strategic Plan 2019-2022
EMCR Brain Sciences Network Strategic Plan
Vision | To shape the future of Australian brain science by empowering the next generation of leaders |
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Mission | To support emerging brain scientists in Australia and foster interdisciplinary research from discovery to development and translation. |
Values | To promote diversity, inclusivity, engagement, collaboration and integrity across Australian brain science |
Stakeholders | Early-to-mid career researchers in brain science in all sectors (<15 years since PhD, excluding interruptions). |
Australian Brain Alliance; Australian Academy of Science; Brain Science EMCR groups; Australian Universities, Research Institutes, Government and Funding Bodies; Media and the public |
Imperatives | Establish a vibrant, diverse, innovative and interdisciplinary network that supports EMCRs in the brain sciences. | Provide a platform that breaks down existing structural barriers between the brain science disciplines from discovery to technology and translation | Shape the national policy relevant to brain science, advocate for EMCRs, and provide the tools for EMCRs to advocate for themselves |
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Initiatives | Grow our state-based symposia series | Develop an online membership registry to highlight expertise and resources | Engage in broad consultation to identify the needs of our members |
Extend national and international networks by collaborating with other brain science EMCR organisations | Create opportunities for national and international experiences in brain science | Represent our members on issues raised by stakeholders | |
Enhance our social media presence and provide our quarterly newsletter | Enable exchanges between industry and academia | Empower EMCRs within brain science to advocate to government and within the workplace | |
Outcomes | An internationally leading and innovative brain sciences sector for EMCRs in Australia | A strong collaborative brain science network bridging disciplines to accelerate discovery and translation | National policy on brain science shaped by and for EMCRs |
Long-term Goal | A vibrant, world-class brain science sector in Australia, championed by EMCRs. |
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