academes
n. C1 Advanced academes
n. the world of higher education and research. It is a formal way to talk about universities, professors, and students who study and teach.
n. the collective body of higher education and research institutions, or the community of scholars and academics within them. Often used in the plural to refer to the various institutions or the academic community as a whole.
The two academes have a long history of working together.
The government is trying to bridge the gap between the academes and the private sector to encourage more innovation.
While the academes often focus on theoretical advancements, the practical applications of their research are frequently tested in industrial environments to ensure real-world viability.