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

At Monash, our research is driven by excellence, purpose and impact. Through Impact 2030 and our Research Plan we are activating a research agenda that delivers positive impact in Australia, our region and across the world.

Mission-oriented research

Our agenda includes a mission-oriented approach - where researchers across disciplines partner with organisations, industries and communities to ask bold and ambitious questions.

Responsible research

As an active collaborator in a global research ecosystem, Monash University aims to move towards more just, ethical, and transformative research practices.

Indigenous-led research

At Monash, we recognise that Australian Indigenous research is vitally important as a way of advancing knowledge that benefits communities in Australia and around the world.

Global challenges

We’re making a positive impact on today's global challenges – whether that’s by addressing climate change, supporting geopolitical security or fostering thriving communities.

Work with us

Start your research career with us, partner or collaborate with us 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.

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 Hub for Gender, Peace and Security

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

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.

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.
(Photo: A/Prof Mark Stevens / South Australia Museum)

Centres and Institutes

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

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 news and achievements

Antarctica is facing disasters alone, experts warn

Researchers are calling for the creation of a new Antarctic disaster management body, arguing the continent is facing environmental risks that its current governance system is ill prepared for.
20 May, 2026 Research

Loneliness highest among older Australians without partners or children

New research has found that older Australians without close family ties face significantly higher rates of loneliness.
16 April, 2026 Research

New research reveals Japan’s demographic crisis masking deeper public frustration with gender inequality

Monash University research suggests public anxieties about gender inequality in Japan are often expressed indirectly rather than named outright.
24 March, 2026 Research

Indigenous communities leading disaster resilience as governments fail to close the gap

New analysis finds governments have failed to engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples around emergency management.
19 March, 2026 Research

New research finds personal control reduces loneliness in older Australians

New research has revealed that older Australians with a stronger sense of personal control over their lives experience significantly less loneliness.
5 March, 2026 Research

Making waves: Innovative tool transforming beach safety education for migrants

A new innovative tool from Monash University is helping teach migrants about beach safety.
9 December, 2025 Research

Monash advancing medical breakthroughs with Victoria’s most advanced MRI scanner

Monash University launches Victoria’s most advanced, research-dedicated MRI scanner to support world-class researchers as they accelerate breakthroughs in critical health challenges like dementia, schizophrenia, addiction, epilepsy and cancer.
4 December, 2025 Research

Lost in translation: 6 in 7 South Korean students misinterpret beach safety signs

Only 14 per cent of South Korean university students understood beach safety flags, with over 70 per cent interpreting them as danger.
12 November, 2025 Research
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Urgent push to reduce emissions and costs, provide better patient care in Australia’s health system

Leading Australian researchers and healthcare organisations have joined forces with federal and state health departments to address the health sector’s urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, lower health costs and provide better
17 October, 2025 Research