Melbourne, Victoria May 21, 2026 (Issuewire.com) - The Research Impact Academy (RIA), an international leader in knowledge translation, has officially announced the expansion of its digital portfolio with a specialized curriculum designed for higher education institutions. This milestone initiative delivers comprehensive research impact training for universities online, helping academic institutions globally bridge the gap between academic theory, policy, and real-world practice.
In an era where funding bodies and governments increasingly demand proof of societal benefit, modern universities face growing pressure to demonstrate measurable outcomes. RIA’s live online and bespoke workshops address this critical need by equipping researchers, doctoral candidates, and research support staff with the frameworks required to turn complex studies into tangible community changes. By transitioning this crucial institutional research impact training into a highly accessible online format, RIA enables global universities to scale their professional development effortlessly. The modules focus on helping academic teams plan, capture, communicate, and evaluate impact, which directly enhances their competitiveness for major global research grants.
"Research alone, and the discovery of new evidence alone, will not make the difference that society needs," says Dr. Tamika Heiden, Founder and Head Inspirer of the Research Impact Academy. "We need to work in new ways to ensure that findings reach the people who can use them. Our online training provides proven models and tools to help scholars articulate their vision and maximize their real-world legacy."
Since 2014, the Research Impact Academy has collaborated with over 200 organizations across Australia, New Zealand, Canada, France, the UK, and the Middle East. This new digital push ensures that any university—regardless of location—can seamlessly cultivate a thriving culture of impactful research. University administrators, research centers, and individual scholars looking to participate in the training or join the global community of practice can explore program options by visiting https://researchimpactacademy.com/.
About Research Impact Academy Founded in 2014, the Research Impact Academy (a registered trademark of Knowledge Translation Australia Pty Ltd) is an internationally recognized leader in research impact consulting and training. Headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, the academy empowers researchers, funders, and governments globally to transform knowledge into meaningful, sustainable action.
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- Contact Person: Dr Tamika Heiden
- Title: Founder & Head Inspirer
- Company: Research Impact Academy
- Email: info@researchimpactacademy.com
- Phone: +61 405 721 141
- Website: https://researchimpactacademy.com/ [1, 2]
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