Overview
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.
News & events
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Women put up with more bad behaviour at work, respond by working harder: study
New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) and the University of New England has found women experience more rude and disrespectful behaviour in the workplace, but they tolerated it by working harder.
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New approach to stop bullying in schools
Teachers and parents have been so effective in reducing bullying behaviour in schools that it has gone ‘underground’, with young people who bully turning to covert methods to avoid detection.
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Inspiring collaboration
For the first time WA’s five universities have combined their collective expertise to inspire the next generation of researchers and academics.
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Research showcase
Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet
The Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet focuses on knowledge transfer and utilisation, using research evidence on Indigenous health matters to inform policy and practice. It is an innovative web resource that makes knowledge and information on Indigenous health easily accessible to inform practice and policy.
ECU Health and Wellness Institute
The VARIO Health Institute is an innovative, trans-disciplinary collaboration between researchers, educators, a significant group of research centres and local industry partners, aimed at promoting a holistic approach to understanding health and lifestyle issues.
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.