Research at ECU is growing strongly, led by successful strategies to develop a vibrant research culture which aligns with and informs our learning and teaching activities.
The University's approach to its research is differentiated, targeted and welcoming of quality collaborative partners. Our strategies include: concentrating research in areas of strength and excellence; engaging widely with local, national and international institutions, industry and community partners, and all levels of government; establishing and partnering in research centres; appointing researchers who are leaders in their fields; and commercialising applied outcomes.
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Skin cancer protection at ECU
Melanoma researcher Professor Mel Ziman is engaging with local organisations to safeguard their workers against the harmful UV rays that cause melanoma.
Celebrating research success
A researcher who developed an iPad app to replace traditional paper-based marking of student work has been named the ECU Innovator of the Year for 2012.
New test for Alzheimer's
Mental health illness accounts for 25 per cent of the health burden in Australia.
The newly created Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) for Mental Health has been awarded $23 million from the federal government to develop diagnostics and early treatments for Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, Schizophrenia and other related disorders.
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Consortium for Health and Ecology
The Consortium for Health and Ecology has a central focus on the two-way connection between human/public health and ecology, particularly the connection that links the biophysical condition of the landscape, cityscape or waterscape with peoples health and socioeconomic well-being.
China-Australia Business Research Centre
The China-Australia Business Research Centre (CABRC) aims to conduct research on business-related issues between Australia and China, provide management training and consulting services to the Australian and Chinese business communities.
Research profile
Research at ECU is growing strongly, led by successful strategies to develop a vibrant research culture which aligns with and informs our teaching and learning activities.
Research Week
ECU Research Week is an annual event that brings together staff, students, current and future researchers to share their research, knowledge, ideas and inspiration.
Graduate Research School
ECU's Graduate Research School provides support to research masters and doctoral students, their supervisors and the faculties.
Office of Research and Innovation
The Office of Research and Innovation is responsible for administering all externally funded research awards, as well as central University research funding schemes.