About us

eResearch operates as a digital research ecosystem, integrating research expertise, digital tools, cutting-edge technology, resources and stakeholders to facilitate and accelerate research progress and enhance quality and impact.

eResearch enables research discovery through the expertise of its team in advanced computing, data informatics, tools and infrastructure.

Since its establishment in 2006, eResearch has grown significantly, with its capabilities supporting researchers at Monash University and across Australia. By partnering with research groups, instrument facilities, technology companies, and IT service providers, eResearch provides expert advice and access to advanced computational and data infrastructure. Its mission is to improve the quality, impact, and efficiency of Monash University’s research through technological expertise, innovative tools, and community engagement.

Staff at eResearch create meaningful impact, enabling groundbreaking discoveries:

“We help visualise how the human brain is connected, design high-performance computing systems, create data processing workflows for one-of-a-kind Australian microscopes, and develop smart software to interrogate unique data collections.”

In 2023, eResearch’s capabilities were further enhanced with the integration of the Helix Technology Research Platform. Helix is designed to support data-driven research involving sensitive data, including personal or health data. This university-wide capability combines expert staff with world-class high-performance and secure IT infrastructure.