Our Mission & Vision
The ARC is a dynamic, enabling space for collaborative, interdisciplinary research. We create the conditions for bold, innovative inquiry that breaks boundaries and drives real-world impact.
Turning our vision into action
Building a dynamic environment
Through shared spaces, state-of-the-art facilities and an open, inclusive culture, we create the conditions for interaction, experimentation and for new ideas to emerge and evolve.
Connecting people and ideas
We bring together academics, entrepreneurs, technologists, artists, civic partners and the public to explore questions no single field can tackle alone. Through inviting diverse perspectives and curating dynamic connections, we unlock collective potential.
Transforming how research happens
We champion research that requires creativity and risk. By fuelling bold ideas, encouraging innovative approaches and integrating emerging technologies, we open new possibilities for how research is done and catalyse Glasgow’s emerging and established strengths.
The ARC is an engine for Glasgow's cross-disciplinary, future-shaping research and a core driver of the university's 2026-2035 Research Strategy:
- Embedding interdisciplinarity in everyday research practice
- Accelerating impact through co-located collaboration and translation of research
- Catalysing emerging and existing research strengths, helping them expand and flourish
- Curating bold, creative environments where new ideas can emerge
- Providing core infrastructure and developing advanced technologies that enable future-ready research
- Strengthening civic and global partnerships through co‑creation and engagement
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