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
New global projection study warns of cyclone-driven coastal threats
The first global, high-resolution analysis of how extreme ocean waves generated by tropical cyclones may change in a warming climate has bridged a critical gap in understanding of wave climatology.
Featuring the Department of Infrastructure's Dr Guisela Grossmann-Matheson, Professor Ian Young and Dr Alberto Meucci (FEIT) and Jose-Henrique Alves from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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.
From the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research)
“The University of Melbourne is Australia’s leading collaborative institution, with a reputation grounded in outstanding contributions to research. That research is a global magnet for prospective students, graduate researchers, academics and partners.
We work across seven campuses and three innovation precincts including the Southbank Arts Precinct, Melbourne Connect and the Melbourne Biomedical Precinct.
Our talented and diverse community is enabled through our culture of innovation and collaboration, the diversity of our research across disciplines and our shared ambition to create great research which changes lives for the better.”
Professor Mark Cassidy
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.
New on Pursuit
Keep up-to-date with cutting-edge research and insightful commentary by world-leading experts on the University's site for news and opinion – Pursuit.
Why 2025 is a big year in women's health
As International Women's Day highlights both progress and setbacks, 2025 is emerging as a watershed year for women's health across the globe. By Professor Cathy Vaughan, Professor Leah Ruppanner and Professor Ada Cheung,
Our discoveries
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Beneath the Surface and Inside Out: exploring neuroscience through art
The connection – and potential disconnect – between the brain’s internal and external worlds is explored in artworks that combine textiles and neuroscience.
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Identifying changes in leg joints of female runners during puberty
The way that leg joints move during running changes as females go through puberty. The findings could help to explain why some sports injuries are more common in female adolescents.
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Waste management legislation in Pacific region countries – insights and opportunities
A comprehensive legal review aims to reduce environmental, health and economic risk and improve waste management in 15 Pacific region nations.
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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