Health & Biomedicine research
High quality and interdisciplinary research for the improvement of human health and quality of life. Our research-based teaching leads to the production of job-ready graduates, particularly in these areas of allied health and biomedical sciences.
In 'Health & Biomedicine research':
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Advanced food systems
Our research contributes to scientific and technological advancements aimed at resolving challenges of sustainability and healthy feeding practice. -
Biomedical & Lifestyle Diseases (BioLED)
Our research is focused on the role that lifestyle associated diseases play in limiting not only our lifespan but also our quality of life. -
Clinical & Community Health
The work of our qualified academic researchers are focused on three key research programs: mental health, pregnancy, and acute and chronic illness. -
Enteric Neuropathy
Our research focuses on the development of novel therapies for the treatment of enteric neuropathy.
Contact us
For students who want to enquire about research opportunities or would like to know how to apply for a research degree program, please contact:
Advanced Food Systems (Food and nutrition)
Dr/Professor Todor Vasiljevic
Email: todor.vasiljevic@vu.edu.au
Biomedical and Lifestyle Diseases (Biomedical and physiological sciences, human nutrition and dietetics, osteopathy)
Dr Angela Fones
Email: angela.fones@vu.edu.au
Clinical and Community Health (Mental health, pregnancy, acute and chronic illness, paramedics)
Dr/Professor Mary Carolan-Olah
Email: mary.carolan@vu.edu.au
Enteric neuropathy
Dr Kulmira Nurgali
Email: kulmira.nurgali@vu.edu.au