Explore research projects by institute
Deakin offers a diverse range of research projects across our seven research institutes. With projects spanning climate change, artificial intelligence, globalisation, disease, nutrition, mental health and much more, you'll have the opportunity to solve the world's most complex and important issues.
Institute for Frontier Materials (IFM)
IFM is a leading materials science research institute, combining many different research areas to create and translate knowledge at the frontier of materials science for globally raised standards of living.
Alfred Deakin Institute (ADI)
ADI is a leading humanities and social sciences research institute based at Deakin University, creating cutting-edge knowledge about citizenship, diversity, inclusion and globalisation which informs scholarship, debate and policy.
Institute for Health Transformation (IHT)
IHT are transforming healthcare in Australia and around the world. IHT's high-achieving research team aims to activate healthy populations and communities, innovate health service delivery and design, empower consumers as advocates for health system change, and drive equity and value in health and care.
Institute for Intelligent Systems Research and Innovation (IISRI)
Dedicated to advancing the global knowledge base of intelligent systems research, IISRI focuses on five main areas – motion simulators, simulation training and haptics, autonomous systems and robotics, systems modelling and simulation, and human performance and cognition.
Applied Artificial Intelligence Institute (A²I²)
A²I² combines the multi-disciplinary expertise of both Pattern Recognition and Data Analytics (PRaDA) and Deakin Software and Technology Innovation Laboratory (DSTIL) to help industry, government and community harness the full power of artificial intelligence.
Institute for Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Translation (IMPACT)
IMPACT aims to improve mental and physical health at both the individual and population levels. IMPACT's researchers advance cross disciplinary, world-leading biomedical research and translate results into real-world medical and clinical practice that benefits the community.
Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition (IPAN)
IPAN conducts world-leading research into all aspects of physical activity and nutrition across the lifespan, from conception to old age, striving to improve health outcomes in populations all over the world.
Explore research projects by strategic research centres
Our world-class strategic research centres make a positive impact on the lives and wellbeing of communities not just in Australia, but around the world. Visit each research centre's page to discover the innovations you could be contributing to.
Explore research projects by faculty
Research groups are formed across Deakin’s faculties and associated schools by academics with aligned research interests, to share ideas and channel their expertise into ground-breaking research.
How to apply
Once you've chosen a research project you'd like to be involved in, visit our applications hub to get step-by-step guidance through your research degree application.
Research that drives ideas to impact
Guided by our five impact themes, Deakin develops tangible outcomes for society, culture, the environment, and the economy. Our research priority areas focus on solving some of the world’s largest, most complex challenges.
Align your research proposal with one of our research strengths to give your application the best chance of success.
Our research strengths
Research alongside world-leading experts
When you join a research project, you'll be guided by accomplished Deakin researchers with innovations, publications and significant achievements to their name. More than just supervisors, our leading researchers will mentor you through your Higher Degree by Research, providing valuable support that's a lifelong benefit to your career.
How to find a supervisor for your research project
Supervisors play an integral role in your experience as a research degree student. Finding the right supervisor for your research project is crucial and will help you get the most out of your degree.
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