About the school

QUT’s School of Biomedical Sciences is internationally renowned for combining innovative research with high-quality teaching programs to address global health issues. Our interdisciplinary and collaborative research focuses on key challenges in health, including cancer, genomics and infectious diseases. Our discovery and enterprise generate knowledge and solutions that improve healthcare outcomes for individuals and communities both locally and internationally.

Our research-led undergraduate and postgraduate education programs are educating and training the next generation of scientific leaders and entrepreneurs in the biotech, pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.

Study

Learn from the best, develop your skills in real industry settings and build strong connections for your future career.

Our research-led undergraduate and postgraduate education programs are educating and training the next generation of scientific leaders and entrepreneurs in the biotech, pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.

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Research

Our interdisciplinary and collaborative research focuses on key challenges in health, including cancer, genomics and infectious diseases. Our discovery and enterprise generate knowledge and solutions that improve healthcare outcomes for individuals and communities both locally and internationally.

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Engage

Gain access to our expertise, find next-generation talent or join our thriving alumni community.

Find out more about our Work Integrated Learning (WIL) program, explore opportunities to partner with us or join a future school event.

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International study with us

The School of Biomedical Sciences offers both undergraduate and postgraduate study options for international students. Explore how our practical courses will connect you with industry and prepare you to become skilled and confident professionals.

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Our staff

Professor Derek Richard
Position
Professor
Division / Faculty
School of Biomedical Sciences
Research fields
Biochemistry and cell biology
Microbiology
Oncology and carcinogenesis
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Professor Kirsten Spann
Position
Professor
Division / Faculty
School of Biomedical Sciences
Research fields
Microbiology
Immunology
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Professor Nathan Subramaniam
Position
Professor in Biomedical Sciences (Molecular Medicine)
Division / Faculty
School of Biomedical Sciences
Research fields
Clinical sciences
Biochemistry and cell biology
Genetics
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Professor Rik Thompson
Position
Professor of Breast Cancer Research
Division / Faculty
School of Biomedical Sciences
Research fields
Medical biochemistry and metabolomics
Medical microbiology
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Professor Divya Mehta
Position
Principal Research Fellow
Division / Faculty
School of Biomedical Sciences
Research fields
Genetics
Other psychology
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Associate Professor Nathalie Bock
Position
Associate Professor
Division / Faculty
School of Biomedical Sciences
Research fields
Other biological sciences
Biochemistry and cell biology
Biomedical engineering
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Associate Professor Daniel Broszczak
Position
Associate Professor
Division / Faculty
School of Biomedical Sciences
Research fields
Biochemistry and cell biology
Medical biotechnology
Medical biochemistry and metabolomics
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Associate Professor Fatemeh Chehrehasa
Position
Associate Professor in Human Anatomy
Division / Faculty
School of Biomedical Sciences
Research fields
Other biological sciences
Other biomedical and clinical sciences
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Associate Professor Francesca Frentiu
Position
Associate Professor
Division / Faculty
School of Biomedical Sciences
Research fields
Medical microbiology
Evolutionary biology
Genetics
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Associate Professor Richard Gordon
Position
Associate Professor
Division / Faculty
School of Biomedical Sciences
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Associate Professor Danica Hickey
Position
Associate Professor
Division / Faculty
School of Biomedical Sciences
Research fields
Immunology
Medical microbiology
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Associate Professor Alex Lehn
Position
Clinical Associate Professor
Division / Faculty
School of Biomedical Sciences
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Contact us

Contact the School of Biomedical Sciences for more information on our courses, research and staff.

Find us at
Q Block Level 9
Gardens Point