Our world-class research teams are led by true innovators and experts in their fields. Discover what drives our researchers and what they hope to accomplish going forward.
Alfred Deakin Professor Michael Berk is leading research that develops new, effective treatment methods to improve mental and physical health for our communities.
Alfred Deakin Professor Jo Salmon is a research expert in child physical activity and sedentary behaviour and leads research committed to improving health and quality of life.
Deakin Distinguished Professor Catherine Bennett is an epidemiologist, leading research into COVID-19 and the epidemiology of staphylococcus aureus, also known as ‘superbugs’.
Deakin Distinguished Professor Anna Peeters is leading research to improve health equity and tackle the global obesity epidemic by building the healthiness of our food systems.