Macquarie Uni, Macquarie Tech Group partner for research, student tech experience

Macquarie Technology Group and Macquarie University are teaming up to support future collaboration across research, technology and innovation.

The agreement establishes a framework for the two organisations to collaborate in areas including cloud computing, cyber security, data centre engineering, and technology policy.

The collaboration will explore opportunities for joint research, industry engagement and knowledge exchange, drawing on Macquarie Technology Group’s experience in data centres, cloud, cyber security and telecommunications, and Macquarie University’s research strengths across science, technology, engineering, business and law.

Professor S. Bruce Dowton, Macquarie University’s vice-chancellor and president, said the agreement opens the door to a sophisticated collaboration that will bring state-of-the-art technology to campus.

“Our aim is to create synergies across our campus for world-class research and industry collaboration, practical learning opportunities for students and graduates, and new teaching spaces for our computing experts," he said.

“This dynamic partnership also supports Macquarie University as a national centre for innovation, enhancing the community of knowledge and expertise that is such a distinctive feature of our parkland precinct. While there is more exciting work to come, this is a very special milestone to celebrate,” Dowton continued.

David Tudehope, Macquarie Technology Group's cofounder and chief executive, said the deal will provide Macquarie students with the opportunity to have hands-on experience working across new data centre and cloud technologies.

“Macquarie University students will graduate with the skills and experience that will ensure they are ready for the data centre and cloud jobs of the future that are so important for Australia,” Tudehope said.