Our experts
As Queensland's largest and most comprehensive university, our experts are leading the way with knowledge leadership, research and innovation that supports the Brisbane 2032 Games in breaking barriers and creating a sustainable legacy for Queensland, Australia and the Indo-Pacific Region.
Our 4 key areas of focus are aligned with the Queensland Government's Brisbane 2032 Legacy Strategy, Elevate 2042.
To read about UQ’s experts in these focus areas, click on the area of interest below.
Meet an expert
Emeritus Professor John Mangan
John joined UQ in 1991 and has divided his time there between academia, the public service and consultancy. He is an emeritus Professor of Economics within the UQ Business School, Special Advisor, OGE (Economic Impact) and was the inaugural Director of the Australian Institute for Business and Economics (2014-15). An editor on the International Journal of Manpower and member of the Economic Society of Australia (Qld branch) and Australasian Regional Science Association International, Royal Economic Society and Labour Economics Group (UK), John has extensive industry consultative experience including Taskforce, Commissions of Inquiry and Review Committees.