Researchers in the Melbourne Veterinary School conduct diverse and varied research in our state-of-the-art facilities.
Our cross-disciplinary veterinary expertise spans parasitology, virology, bioinformatics and animal welfare. We are home to a range of research centres and initiatives dedicated to veterinary excellence, including the Animal Welfare Science Centre and the Asia Pacific Center for Animal Health. If you are considering graduate research with us, this is your chance to meet our research groups and explore the kinds of projects you could get involved in.
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Amphibian Genomics Consortium
The Amphibian Genomics Consortium (AGC) is an international initiative that strives to bring together people with an interest in using genomic tools to better understand amphibian ecology, evolution, and conservation.
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Animal Welfare Science Centre
We contribute to improved animal welfare as a world-leading provider of expert information, advice and education underpinned by rigorous research.
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Asia-Pacific Centre for Animal Health
The Asia Pacific Centre for Animal Health (APCAH) is an internationally focused research and research training centre that aims to optimise animal production and product quality through improved control of infectious agents.
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Bone and Muscle Cell Biology
The Laboratory for Bone and Muscle Cell Biology studies regulation of the behaviour of bone, cartilage and muscle cells during development, regeneration and pathology.
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Centre for Equine Infectious Disease
The Centre for Equine Infectious Disease is a major national resource for the study of equine diseases in Australia.
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Equine Orthopaedic Research Group
Investigating the causes of musculoskeletal injuries in working and athletic horses to improve the health, welfare and safety of horses and those that work alongside them.
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HASTE
HASTE is a critical national collaboration that is strengthening Australia’s ability to prepare for and respond to emergency animal disease outbreaks, through engagement, analytics, distribution and operationalisation.
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The Mackinnon Project
The Mackinnon Project is an international leader in sheep and beef consultancy offering a unique range of services including farm management consultancies, farmer training programs, contract research and post graduate training programs.
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One Health Research Group
Solutions to wildlife health issues through research, training and extension that benefit humans, animals and the environment.
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Parasitology
Our researchers study a variety of socio-economically important parasites, with a goal to understand them and the diseases that they cause, so that we can develop effective treatments, vaccines, diagnostic tests and strategies for effective control.
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Taking the Query out of Q Fever
Taking the query out of Q fever is a multidisciplinary research-industry group that aims to improve understanding of Q fever reservoirs, amplification and transmission pathways.
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Translational Research Unit
Our research focuses on cytocompatibility and genotoxicity, and on using preclinical in vivo models to evaluate biomaterials and implantable devices.
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Veterinary Anatomic Pathology
The Veterinary Anatomic Pathology group in the Melbourne Veterinary School combines diagnostic services and anatomic pathology research with teaching in our Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree.
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Veterinary Climate Action @ Melbourne
Exploring the interconnection between the veterinary profession and environmental sustainability.
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Veterinary Epidemiology @ Melbourne
The veterinary epidemiology group aims to generate new knowledge and techniques that can lead to improvements in animal health, with an emphasis on identifying emerging areas of inquiry, particularly those that cross disciplinary boundaries.
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Veterinary Inflammation and Metabolism
The Veterinary Inflammation and Metabolism research group investigates the disease processes and develops novel therapies for inflammatory and metabolic diseases.
Learn about our research
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Research partnerships
Partnerships and collaborations play an essential role in our research capability and drive innovation, enrich student learning and empower research impact.
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Research facilities
We have a range of state-of-the art facilities to address issues in veterinary sciences including the Werribee Equine Centre and the Goulburn Valley Equine Hospital.
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Research opportunities
Take your research further with graduate research in veterinary science. Find out what kinds of research projects you can join when you study with us.
Research prospectus
Our research recognises the complex interplay between human, animal and environmental health. With an interdisciplinary and dynamic approach, our researchers are exploring parasitology, infectious diseases, pathology, biology, and animal welfare. We’re experts in equine disease and home to the University’s Equine Centre, providing specialist care to Australian horses of all shapes and sizes.
Explore our research prospectus to learn more about the depth and breadth of research within the School.
