Improving health and wellbeing
Health innovation for all stages of life
Developing solutions to complex health challenges, from improving infant nutrition to the therapeutic benefits of surfing.
How do we ensure improved health and wellbeing for all?
From rethinking care models to developing technologies that improve diagnosis, treatment and recovery, our researchers are tackling major health challenges.
See how their work is reshaping healthcare and lifting outcomes for communities.
Establishing healthy habits early in life
Since 2008, the infant feeding, active play and nutrition program (INFANT) has been exploring the social, health and economic dividends we see when new parents establish positive habits around nutrition, active play and reduced screen team from the start of their baby’s life.
The mental health benefits of surfing
Surfing is a popular hobby, but did you know that there’s growing evidence that it’s also great for your mental health? Dr Lisa Olive is exploring surf therapy and its benefits such as improved self esteem and reduced social isolation.
Guiding parents on children's mental health
Studies show that mental illness usually begins in childhood, making early emotional development key for mental health. Deakin researchers are developing an app for adults caring for children aged two to five years to help them tackle their daily challenging moments.
It’s impossible to support your child when you’re feeling stressed and over-whelmed yourself. So, our programs teach parents and children strategies they can use together.
Associate professor, Psychology
Work with world-leading experts
Our world-class health research is led by true innovators in their fields. Use our 'Find an Expert' tool to get to know some of our experts and what they hope to accomplish going forward.
See how we’re improving health and wellbeing
Find out how we are translating health research into real solutions for the wards and treatment rooms on the frontline of public health.
Exploring cognition, behaviour and biology
The Deakin Cognitive Neuroscience Unit researchers use a range of brain stimulation, neurophysiological and neuroimaging techniques to explore the relationship between cognition, behaviour and biology. The unit strives to provide the latest understandings in social, cognitive and affective human neuroscience.
Transforming health prevention and care
The Deakin Institute for Health Transformation aims to strengthen health systems by reimagining how we design and deliver health prevention and care, both in Australia and around the world. Our team of multidisciplinary researchers span Deakin’s Schools of Medicine, Health and Social Development, Nursing and Midwifery and Psychology.
Reframing our approach to learning
TransformUs is exploring the way children learn by moving more and sitting less, using behavioural, pedagogical and environmental strategies. Available in Victorian primary schools, the world-first program is the culmination of over 15 years of research by the Deakin Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition.
Health and wellbeing research at our institutes and centres
Explore all of Deakin’s groundbreaking health and wellbeing research across our institutes, centres, groups, collaborations and partnerships by visiting our community tool and filtering by ‘improving health and wellbeing’.
Explore our faculties and schools
Our researchers are working together to foster a collaborative research approach that unlocks new angles, solutions and ways of thinking. Learn more about the projects and world-class research being led by our faculties.
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We are committed to building resilient, vibrant and inclusive communities through innovative research. Find out how you can get involved for a brighter future.
