The IRAX (Infrastructure Resilience Academic Exchange) programme, launched by CDRI, invites universities to join a global consortium focused on disaster resilient infrastructure (DRI). It promotes a multidisciplinary, inclusive approach to education, research, and professional development in DRI.
The IRAX-University Consortium connects “Leading Universities” with strong DRI programs and “Associate Universities” seeking to build capacity. Members benefit from curriculum development, research collaboration, faculty/student exchanges, and access to funding.
The initiative aims to bridge academia and industry, fostering innovation and creating skilled professionals. CDRI supports the consortium through strategic initiatives and partnerships, helping mainstream DRI in academic and policy frameworks globally.
Key points
- IRAX fosters global academic collaboration on disaster resilient infrastructure education.
- Consortium connects universities to co-create DRI-focused academic and research capacities.
- Members benefit from DRI exchanges, research, and curriculum development.
- Programme bridges academia and industry through project-based learning.
- CDRI supports the consortium through funding, partnerships, and strategic academic initiatives.
- Universities gain global exposure and contribute to resilient infrastructure solutions.