Disciplines & areas of research

We undertake applied and translational research to create healthier, smarter and more-sustainable communities in the west of Melbourne and beyond.
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We undertake applied and translational research to create healthier, smarter and more-sustainable communities in the west of Melbourne and beyond.

We address a wide range of important issues in our research programs, in collaboration with industry and the community, to enhance life quality.

This approach allows us to address a wide range of important issues under our major themes, within which several disciplines interact.

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Emerging Trends in Science, IT & Engineering
Research in engineering, energy, ecology, fire safety, IT systems, transport infrastructure, built environment, mathematics, water systems and advanced food systems.
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Grace Tay, international MBA student
Transformative Research in Policy, Economy & Business
Studying the business, fundamental economic, social and technological changes that are recasting the global economy, related public policy, the Internet of Things and developing effective policy responses to them.
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Business students Bol Matiang and Celil Said Kardaslar seated outside Country Court of Victoria
New Frontiers in Advocacy, Justice, Education & Practice
Research in social inclusion, community development, inclusive and transformational education and social justice. Also, research in ethics, and legal and law-policy issues facing the Australian community, legal profession, government, and regulators.
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