HELIX
Shape the Future of Higher Education Leadership & Innovation
Join HELIX – The Global Exchange for Academic Excellence and Innovation
A premier platform powered by UNIRANKS, HELIX connects universities, research centers, governments, and industry leaders to co-create transformative solutions. Through global Centers of Excellence, HELIX drives impactful research, fosters collaboration, and empowers higher education institutions to lead sustainable change.
Launching 2026 – Global Network, Local Impact
About HELIX
HELIX (Higher Education Leadership and Innovation Exchange) is a world-class platform dedicated to advancing leadership, innovation, and excellence in higher education worldwide. Powered by UNIRANKS, HELIX connects universities, research centers, governments, and industry leaders through a global network of Centers of Excellence to co-create transformative solutions and grow impactful collaborations.
Our mission is to empower higher education institutions to lead sustainable change, drive impactful research and innovation, and deliver globally competitive education aligned with international standards
Our Vision
To be the leading global ecosystem where higher education leaders and innovators converge to reshape education, research, and societal impact building a future-ready global higher education community.
Why Join HELIX?
Access Elite Leadership Programs: Participate in world-class leadership development designed specifically for higher education transformation.
Collaborate on Pioneering Research: Join multi-institutional consortia tackling critical global challenges.
Leverage Data-Driven Insights: Utilize our benchmarking analytics to enhance institutional rankings and impact.
Earn Recognized Digital Credentials: Gain access to micro-credentials and online courses validated by top universities.
Expand Partnerships: Engage with global industry, government, and academic leaders.
Showcase Innovation: Present your institution's advances at HELIX global and regional summits.
Get Involved
For Universities: Become a HELIX partner institution or establish a local Centre of Excellence.
For Industry: Collaborate on innovation challenges, R&D partnerships, and talent development.
For Governments & Funders: Partner on higher education policy advisory, capacity building, and sustainable financing initiatives.
For Learners & Faculty: Access professional development courses and participate in innovation networks.
Ready to Drive the Future of Higher Education Innovation?
Seats are limited. Be part of HELIX – the global platform where universities, research centers, governments, and industry leaders come together to co-create transformative solutions.
Join peers and thought leaders worldwide in shaping sustainable change, advancing research, and building globally competitive institutions.
- Applications open in January 2026
- Partnership and institutional packages available — contact us for details
