Research at Melbourne
Our University is a comprehensive research organisation addressing complex problems in innovative ways with investigator-led, interdisciplinary collaborations.
We work with industry partners and specialist research institutes exploring solutions to the major challenges of our times.
Our research offering
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Research degrees
Join a stimulating research community at Australia’s leading research-intensive university.
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Partnership opportunities
Access the University's talent, latest research, technologies and infrastructure.
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Commercialisation and entrepreneurship
Discover ways to create impact from your research through commercialisation.
Spotlight on research
Breakthrough for augmented reality display technology
The world's first flexible, transparent augmented reality (AR) display screen has been created using additive manufacturing and low-cost materials. This development will revolutionise how AR is used across a range of industries and applications.
Our research strengths
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Research updates
Research discovery is fundamental to tackling some of the world’s greatest challenges. Explore news about the work and impact of our researchers and collaborators.
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Research initiatives
Discover the precincts, people, platforms and multidisciplinary research bringing together diverse perspectives and expertise – and pushing forward the boundaries of knowledge.
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Research ethics
Understand how ethics is fundamental to our endeavours, is governed by robust systems of review, and supported by comprehensive education and training programs.
Research at Melbourne
"The University of Melbourne carries out research to enrich our understanding of the world. To grow the store of human knowledge. And to address major social, economic, health and environmental challenges. We instil this spirit of discovery in future generations of researchers. And we ensure that all our graduates have essential research skills."
Professor James McCluskey, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research)
Advancing Melbourne
The University of Melbourne’s enduring purpose is to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research.
Advancing Melbourne will enable the University to contribute to advancing the state and national interest and make vital contributions to Australia’s standing on the world stage. We seek to be a leading force in advancing Australia as an ambitious, forward-thinking country while increasing its reputation and influence globally.
New on Pursuit
Keep up to date with cutting-edge research and insightful commentary by world-leading experts on the University's news and opinion site – Pursuit.
For coral, teamwork makes the dream work
The discovery of clusters of two types of bacteria in the tentacles of corals sheds light on their role in coral reef health.
Our discoveries
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Dual sensory impairment linked to a higher risk of death
Researchers have found people with both vision and hearing impairment – known as dual sensory impairment (DSI) – have a 44 per cent higher risk of death than people with neither sensory impairment.
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Bringing birth forward to 39 weeks has no adverse developmental effects
Developmental outcomes of children birthed by induced labour at 39 weeks' gestations shows no difference in childhood development at ages four to six years compared to full-term babies.
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Stimulating the vagus nerve can reduce blood glucose levels
By stimulating the vagus nerve using implantable electrodes, University of Melbourne researchers have safely reduced blood glucose levels in an animal model.
Find the right facilities and experts
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Study
Explore ways to make an impact with our graduate research programs including the Doctor of Philosophy.
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Find an Expert
Search for expert academics, researchers and supervisors who are making a real difference in the world.
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Facilities and resources
Discover the University’s facilities and resources – with rare collections, archives, digital expertise, technology, museums and galleries.
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Contact us
Get in touch to learn more about collaborating with the University of Melbourne.
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