Our COVID-19 research
Discover the pioneering work our researchers are undertaking to find technical solutions to COVID-19 testing and treatment, and to understand the impact of the pandemic on our world.
COVID breakthrough: 'Torpedo' device targets SARS-CoV-2 hotspots in wastewater
Monash engineers have developed the 'Torpedo Passive Sampler' - a cheap, accurate and simple testing device to detect SARS-CoV-2 in wastewater. This device has already been exported globally.
Breakthrough discovery gives hope to global roll-out of paper gowns in COVID fight
In partnership with an industrial consortium, Monash University researchers have come up with a simple, cost-effective and scalable paper-based medical gown that can be distributed globally in the battle against COVID-19.
Building bacteria barriers: Why our office spaces might not be as safe as we think
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Victorians have become accustomed to the convenience of working from home – flexible working hours, the kettle and coffee nearby, and more time with the family.
Mapping lungs with 4D data
Professor Andreas Fouras is developing a series of algorithms which convert X-rays into 4D data, helping doctors to address the effects of COVID-19 by mapping airflow into the lungs.
World’s fastest WFH internet
As the world’s demand for internet usage has soared during lockdowns, our researchers were part of a team that recorded the world’s fastest internet speed from a single optical chip.
Maintaining health with social robots
With the pandemic bringing community health needs sharply into focus, our researchers have found that social robots can help people develop and implement healthy lifestyle plans
COVID-19: The silver lining that could help Australia's battery industry
The shocking economic consequences of COVID-19 and the ever-growing US-China trade war could bring welcome changes to our battery industry, if we seize the opportunity.
Breakthrough blood test detects positive COVID-19 results in 20 minutes
Our researchers have been able to identify positive COVID-19 cases using blood samples in approximately 20 minutes.
Post-COVID transport: It's time to talk about road pricing
As the economy reopens,could congestion charging be a potential solution to manage the massive surge in cars that’s about to hit our roads?
Will COVID-19 affect Victoria’s $57 billion transport spend?
As part of the Melbourne Experient, Professor Graham Currie is researching the impact of COVID-19 on our transport system.
Monash researchers adapt and test snorkels to help stop COVID-19 spread
Our researchers are working on medical equipment-related solutions to help minimise the spread of COVID-19 to health care workers and patients.
COVID-19 fight: Australian research offers hope as world struggles with ventilator shortage
A world-first breakthrough in ventilator splitting could help hospitals under severe stress as the number of critical COVID-19 cases continues to rise.