Research

Research with impact

Monash is a leading global research-intensive university, delivering research excellence with impact to make a positive difference for people and the planet.

Our research approach

We’re making a positive impact on today's global challenges through solutions-focused research together with our partners – whether that’s by addressing climate change, supporting geopolitical security or fostering thriving communities. Our research spans discovery to translational, to mission-oriented research.

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Climate change

We are dedicated to investigating how the fabric of our planet can be sustained by improving the quality of air, water and biodiversity.

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Geopolitical security

Our researchers investigate how international security worldwide can be strengthened in a time where conflicts, political and digital disruption are prevalent.

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Thriving communities

We discover solutions for medical, health, technological and systemic social issues so our communities can live vibrantly together.

Work with us

Start your research career with us, partner with us or donate to research to help support Monash with accelerating its global impact.

What we offer

Monash gives our researchers and partners access to unique opportunities and support through platforms, global programs, funding, mentoring and world-class expertise.

Research platforms and infrastructure

Discover the possibilities and search our capability finder to see how open access technology can support your research at Monash.

Talent enhancement

You'll gain committed research and career development support as a Monash researcher, through our programs and initiatives.

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Grants and funding support

We have a strong history of funding success and support our researchers with obtaining government grants including from the ARC and NHMRC so they can advance their research impact.

Our research impact

From the world's first successful IVF to breakthroughs in green energy technology, our groundbreaking research has been transforming lives and driving innovation for over 60 years.

mRNA

Monash is home to Australia’s largest network of RNA researchers and developed the first Australian COVID-19 mRNA vaccine candidate. mRNA research will lead to the rapid development of life-saving vaccines and therapeutic treatments for infectious diseases and cancers.

Monash Centre for Gender, Peace and Security

Monash’s Gender, Peace and Security Centre is focused on world-leading research on the gender dynamics of violent extremism and terrorism. The Centre is the only research centre specifically focused on the Women, Peace and Security agenda in the Indo-Pacific region.
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Victorian Heart Institute

The Monash Victorian Heart Institute explores novel approaches to solving cardiovascular problems by collaborating with a world class research and innovative community outside the boundaries of health and medicine.
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Securing Antarctica’s Environmental Future (SAEF)

SAEF is an Australian Government funded research initiative dedicated to the conservation of the Antarctic, led by Monash University Professor Steven Chown. With over 30 institutional partners and $46m invested so far, SAEF is delivering advanced science to strengthen Antarctic biodiversity, and is already shaping global climate change policy programs.
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What sets us apart?

Learn about the technology precinct, our collaborative research centres and institutes and our ability to connect the right people together to enable innovative discoveries.

The Monash Technology Precinct

Connecting change-makers, innovators and enterprises to catalyse technological growth.

Centres and Institutes

Enabling innovative discoveries through Monash's highly equipped, collaborative centres and institutes.

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Monash Lens

Through compelling story-telling and expert commentary framed by current affairs, Lens aims to bring into sharp focus the work being undertaken by our research and academic communities and the impact that work is having on a global scale.

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Research achievements

Monash University news

ARC centre to solve complex industrial problems through optimisation

Monash University celebrates the launch of an Australian Research Council (ARC) centre aimed at transforming industries through increased uptake of trusted and leading optimisation technologies.

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Monash receives $41m in NHMRC Ideas Grants

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Monash University has received $41 million across 37 critical and life-changing projects in the latest round of NHMRC Ideas Grants, announced today.

University news 14 December 2022

Over $22m for Monash University researchers in ARC Discovery Projects

Monash University researchers have received $22.58 million in Australian Research Council Discovery Project funding that will support 46 research projects from a wide range of disciplines.

University news 30 November 2022

The Australian names Monash top research institution

Monash University has been named Australia’s top research institution by The Australian in its annual list of the country’s top researchers and research universities.

University news 10 November 2022
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Monash AI expert honoured by Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering

Monash University’s leading artificial intelligence researcher and Faculty of Information Technology Dean Professor Ann Nicholson has been elected as a fellow of the Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE).

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