Research institutes and centres
Research that advances knowledge and transforms lives
Our flagship institutes and centres are at the forefront of discovery and innovation, translating research into action.
World-class research institutes and centres
Deakin's flagship institutes and strategic research innovation centres have expertise across a breadth of specialist areas, pioneering solutions to some of the world's greatest challenges.
We use modern machine learning, deep learning and software engineering to advance knowledge and build systems that benefit society.
Our research spans Australia’s Indigenous past, cultural evolution and global contemporary history dynamics, contributing to meaningful change.
We develop new approaches to convert organic waste into sustainable products, allowing industry partners to innovate new processing techniques.
A connected, collaborative and vibrant education research centre that supports socially just, inclusive and equitable societies.
We promote healing and connection in the face of trauma, shame, addiction, maltreatment and aggression – translating research to real-world solutions.
The centre empowers people, organisations, and communities to thrive in a digital society, ensuring safety and security for Australians online.
The centre is Victoria's leading university-based marine centre delivering research solutions for a sustainable marine environment and blue economy.
We collaborate with communities, health professionals and health services to build service capacity and undertake locally relevant health research.
Our research solves complex problems around affordable housing, homelessness and social inclusion.
Our leading humanities and social sciences research institute creates knowledge about citizenship, diversity, inclusion and globalisation.
The world's most advanced carbon fibre and composite research facility, we're pioneering a new generation of 'green' materials.
Our multi-disciplinary researchers work together to improve value, equity and impact in health and care.
Our multi-disciplinary researchers working together to improve value, equity and impact in health and care.
We focus on addressing mental health issues and neurological disorders through prevention and intervention strategies.
Our research drives health reform by developing new responses to mental and physical health.
Our research improves health and quality of life in Australia and reduce the rates of chronic disease.
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#5 in Australia for research quality
#6 leading research institution in Australia
World-leading carbon fibre facility
Australia's largest applied AI Initiative
#207 university worldwide
#3 in Victoria for scientific impact
To have the opportunity to work toward changing people’s lives with the research and technology that we develop across the whole Institute is a great privilege.
Co-Director, Deakin Applied Artificial Intelligence Initiative
Research from our faculties and schools
Our researchers are renowned experts in their field who unlock new angles, solutions and ways of thinking. Learn more about the projects and world-class research being led by our faculties.
Our research collaborations
We create thriving research collaborations with national and international partners in universities, institutes, government and industry to achieve research excellence.
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