Have research universities lost their way?

In this episode, Richard Kemp speaks with Nigel Thrift, author of 'The Pursuit of Possibility: Redesigning Research Universities', about research universities and what makes them different.
They discuss the importance of free speech at universities, the many threats research universities face and what can be done about these threats to ensure a thriving future for these essential institutions.
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