The Monash approach to impact
Monash’s approach to research is about change for good: supporting global communities towards a more resilient, sustainable and prosperous future. We do this through our international, transdisciplinary networks and expertise, our extensive global presence and reputation, our research infrastructure – and activating them for impact.
Our impact
These Monash-led impact programs, in partnership with our global networks, are living proof of how our large-scale research programs are changing communities and their environments for the better.
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.
World Mosquito Program
The World Mosquito Program is protecting thousands of people around the world from mosquito-borne diseases, using a safe natural bacteria to reduce the number of people contracting mosquito-borne diseases such as dengue and yellow fever.
Revitalising Informal Settlements and their Environments (RISE)
RISE is an action-research program in both health and environment, with the goal to provide clean water and sanitation for people across the Pacific and improve their environments.
Our capability
Our global presence, extensive international networks, expertise and reputation supported by world-class infrastructure allow us to deliver critical solutions with immediacy, to partner for advocacy and influence, and to create pathways to support communities around the world.
Our global presence
We’re not only Australia’s largest university, our extensive global footprint, Asia Pacific presence and international networks underpins our research in making positive change where it’s needed most.
Our research infrastructure and platforms
Monash has a world-class integrated network of technology platforms across biomedicine, science and engineering. Our infrastructure is internationally regarded among the best in the field, to help researchers discover cures, accelerate innovation and materialise ideas.
Our international reputation
Monash has an international reputation for high quality research and teaching excellence and is consistently ranked among the 100 universities worldwide.
Our Research Agenda 2020
We’ve identified four global areas of research where we can help shape society for the better and ensure sustainability of our environment for future generations: AI and data Science, Better Governance and Policy, Health Sciences and Sustainable Development.
AI and data Science
Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered by data science is changing the nature of work and human interaction. Monash is investing in this evolving area.
Better Governance and Policy
Inclusive governance and policy are among the most significant challenges for the Asia-Pacific region. We draw research strengths from all faculties and disciplines to support local and global government and policy development.
Health Sciences
We have a long history of excellence and impact in health sciences, with our research breakthroughs changing millions of lives for the better.
Sustainable Development
Sustainability is a core Monash value. Monash is a sustainability leader and champion in our research and throughout our organisation.
Our expertise
Our international transdisciplinary networks and expertise are at the heart of our ability to make a positive impact locally, nationally and globally.
The Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute
The Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute (BDI) is changing the rules in the fight against disease, including COVID-19. Home to more than 700 researchers and 200 international research collaborators, BDI is one of the largest and highest quality research institutes in the southern hemisphere.
Monash Sustainable Development Institute
Monash Sustainable Development Institute brings together the very best of the best in research to focus on large-scale, interdisciplinary projects that address global issues aligned to the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals.
Building 4.0 CRC
Monash joins 23 partners for the $131M research project, Building 4.0 CRC, aimed at transforming Australia’s building industry for a tech-enabled, collaborative future where buildings are not only better, but faster, cheaper and safer.
Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health
Monash’s Turner Institute is one of Australia’s largest Institutes for brain and mental health thanks to the generosity of the late David Winston Turner, with the goal to respond to common community challenges to develop resilient brains and mental health and promote brain healthy lifestyles.
Reliable Affordable Clean Energy (RACE) for 2030
RACE for 2030 is a $349M collaborative research project with over 80 partners including Monash University, addressing how to deliver reliable, affordable and clean energy services for consumers and businesses.
Monash ARC Centres of Excellence
Our researchers address some of the world's most complex challenges by collaborating in Australian Research Council (ARC) centres, industrial research hubs and cooperative research centres.