Research areas
Cancer
We combine the activities of multidisciplinary research teams with the aim of improving outcomes for cancer patients.
Chronic disease, supportive and palliative care
We have established a strong national and international reputation for undertaking high quality research in chronic disease, supportive and palliative care.
Environmental health
We have established an excellent reputation for environmental health research across a range of areas.
Exercise, nutrition and metabolism
We have a strong focus on research in the role of physical activity and nutrition in the prevention, treatment and management of chronic diseases.
Health services
Our researchers act as catalysts for the collaboration necessary to do good health services research.
Infectious diseases
Our program includes the internationally recognised chlamydia research group, which has multiple research interests covering all aspects of chlamydial disease in humans, wildlife species and livestock.
Injury prevention
Our research covers a broad range of methodologies from basic laboratory based studies to the implementation and evaluation of injury prevention programs.
Mental health and wellbeing
We have established a solid reputation for research across a range of mental health and wellbeing disciplines.
Social determinants of health
Our research and advocacy within this area emphasises the value of social justice and its relationship to reducing health inequality.
Vision improvement
We have an international reputation for excellence in research, with researchers receiving international awards recognising long-standing research excellence in vision improvement.
Wound and tissue restoration
Our staff pursue interdisciplinary research and we collaborate globally with industry partners, universities, hospitals and international research institutes.
