Research
Research
It’s a certain drive to question the answers and go beyond convention that makes research at Monash different. We believe that great research, when properly applied, can lead to lasting and positive change in the world.
Spotlight on COVID-19
Now more than ever, the world depends on researchers and scientists to solve what has become the defining global emergency of our time. Monash researchers are responding to the immediate complex global challenges arising from the pandemic, as well as long-term multidisciplinary solutions across health, economics, policy, technology, environment and society.
Latest COVID-19 medical research
We are at the forefront of urgent research to resolve and respond to COVID-19
Research for resilience and transformation
Our research is making a long-term, sustainable impact across health, economics, policy, technology, environment and society.
The Monash approach to impact
Monash has the research capability, international presence, influential networks and critical infrastructure to lead global communities towards a more resilient, sustainable and prosperous future.
The Melbourne Experiment
The Melbourne Experiment is a landmark interdisciplinary research collaboration to study the effects of the COVID-19 restrictions on key activities and elements of the urban environment before, during and after the COVID-19 shutdown.
Our Lens on COVID-19
Read about the latest COVID-19 break-through research, commentary and opinion, told by Monash University's leading experts.
More about Monash research
Explore the exciting, groundbreaking research work our faculties are undertaking and learn how you can be part of the Monash research community.
Learn more about Monash University's research priorities (PDF, 3.77 MB)
Research for good
We've identified four global themes of research where we can help shape society for the better and ensure sustainability of our environment for future generations.
Why join Monash?
Our supportive culture empowers, develops and nurtures our researchers and academics to deliver tangible results.
Find a research institute or centre
Our researchers work in dynamic, multidisciplinary institutes or centres which give them the intellectual stimulation to produce their best work.
Be a part of our research community
Find out more about graduate research at Monash and current research opportunities.
Faculty research
Explore the exciting, groundbreaking research work our faculties are undertaking.
Find a researcher
Explore our researchers' profiles by field of research or keyword.
Our researchers
Our researchers are at the heart of everything we do. Find out more about their research and their experience working at Monash.
Latest research
Crash study reveals factors causing serious injuries on Victorian roads
A large Monash study has revealed the major causes of serious injuries on Victorian roads.
IVF Boost: Monash researchers use acoustic waves to select high-quality sperm
Monash engineers have used acoustic waves to create a new approach for separating high-quality sperm used in IVF and other forms of assisted reproduction.
New plant-based gel to fast-track 'mini-organs' growth, improve cancer treatment
Monash University researchers have created the world's first bioactive plant-based nanocellulose hydrogel to support organoid growth for biomedical applications, including cancer treatment and COVID-19.
Monash home to "who's who" of global researchers cited in top 1%
Sixteen Monash researchers have been recognised in Clarivate’s annual list of Highly Cited Researchers on the Web of Science.
Monash University scientists win prestigious Eureka Prizes
Two scientists from the Monash Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (MIPS) awarded a 2020 Australian Museum Eureka Prize, the nation’s top science award.