RESEARCH NETWORKS

ANZAM supports the establishment of Research Networks within the core streams of research presented at the annual conference. The process and guidelines for establishing a Research Network include:

1. Encouragement of Research Networks
ANZAM encourages the development of Research Networks, but in order to avoid a proliferation of fields and interests, recommends that Reearch Networks be formed in the key areas already identifed as ANZAM's core research streams.

2. Meetings at the ANZAM Conference
Organisers of the annual ANZAM Conference should anticipate the requirement of Research Network meetings, and allocate sessions/rooms in the programme timetable. End of the day or early evening may be appropriate.

3. Research Network Champions
To ensure the success of Research Networks, ANZAM anticipates that co-ordination will be initiated amd led by a Research Network champion in the discipline. It is anticipated that this champion will be responsible for not just one meeting, but also for a potential ongoing series of meetings and events.

4. Organisation of Research Network Meetings
Given the presence of a large number of academics presenting in the core streams, the best opportunity for a Research Network to gain a high level of participation is to meet at the annual ANZAM Conference. Contacting the Conference Convenor at least 6 months before the Conference is recommended to ensure the meeting is advertised in the Conference Programme.

5. Publicity
The ANZAM Secretariat and the ANZAM Newsletter can be used for distribution of publicity for any events of the Research Network.

6. Interim Meetings
Should interim meetings of the Research Network be arranged, it is the responsibility of the Research Network champion to identify and co-ordinate with a sponsoring host institution.

7. Activities
It is anticipated that the Research Networks and their subsequent meetings will be used to advance interaction within the discipline. Other areas of potential activity could be the use of guest speakers, the sharing of international guests, the development of collaborative projects, and submissions for external research funding.