Drug discovery biology
Drug discovery biology
The Drug Discovery Biology research teams within the Monash Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences have broad expertise in receptor molecular and cellular biology, whole-animal studies and translational discovery research.

DDB laboratories
Research in the Drug Discovery Biology Theme is conducted by independently-funded groups that share core facilities and infrastructure. We are supported by government grant schemes and key industry partnerships, and collaborate extensively with national and international researchers.

Our doctoral program
The Drug Discovery Biology doctoral PhD offers an elite program in a world class scientific environment to ensure our graduates are not only specialists in their chosen scientific field, but also have an understanding of diverse topics, techniques and practices relevant to drug discovery.

Research Capabilities
Our research is underpinned by a broad range of experimental approaches.

Researchers
A-Z list of all research staff

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Contact us
Email: pharm-ddb-enquiries@monash.edu
Telephone: +61 3 9903 9614
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For prospective postgraduate students
- Follow the link to find a full description of our Enhanced Doctoral Program.
- Search under All DDB laboratories, Research capabilities or Therapeutic foci to find out more about our research interests.
- Determine that you meet the Monash eligibility requirements
- Email an expression of interest to the DDB Higher Degree Research Committee
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