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We provide our research students with world-class training and facilities, strong mentorship and cutting-edge projects.

Research degrees – PhDs

We are committed to training the medical researchers of tomorrow. Our research is multidisciplinary; whether you are coming from a background in biomedicine, public health, epidemiology, economics, mathematics, data analytics, bioengineering, clinical health or allied health, we have projects to suit a range of undergraduate degrees and life experiences. The high achievements of our graduates position them for successful entry into international research groups for further postdoctoral training, or to make meaningful contributions to the health sector and industry.

Featured available projects

Closing date: 1 October 2025

Genomics informed drug repurposing in MS

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a complex autoimmune and neurodegenerative condition that is caused by an interplay between genetic and environmental factors.

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Closing date: 1 October 2025

Parkinson's Multidisciplinary Care

Parkinson's Disease (PD) causes major disability and significantly increases the risk of falls, hospitalisation and need for care. There is strong evidence that therapies delivered by expert allied health professionals according to guidelines can reduce adverse outcomes, extend active life…

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Closing date: 1 October 2025

Innovating Clinical Trial Design in MS

Adaptive, Biomarker-Driven, and Patient-Centric Approaches. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, immune-mediated disorder of the central nervous system with heterogeneous clinical presentations and responses to therapy.

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Closing date: 1 October 2025

Co-infection and immunity in wildlife

Two independent Tasmanian devil facial tumours (DFT1, DFT2) are infectious cancers with nearly 100% case fatality rates. Despite rare cases of natural tumour regressions, most Tasmanian devils (Sarcophilus harrisii) suffer and die from DFT1/2 by age 4.

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Closing date: 1 October 2025

Genetics of motor neuron disease

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a form of motor neuron disease, is a rare and fatal neurodegenerative disorder. Progressive degeneration of upper and lower motor neurons is characteristic of ALS, and results in eventual paralysis, with respiratory failure the most common…

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Closing date: 1 October 2025

Devil facial tumour disease vaccine

Two independent Tasmanian devil facial tumours (DFT1, DFT2) are infectious cancers with nearly 100% case fatality rates. Despite rare cases of natural tumour regressions, most Tasmanian devils (Sarcophilus harrisii) suffer and die from DFT1/2 by age 4.

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Closing date: 1 October 2025

Multisensor cardiorespiratory monitoring

Accurate non-invasive monitoring of respiratory activity including detection of dangerous cardiorespiratory events is critical to the care of preterm infants who suffer from a range of respiratory conditions affecting their ability to breathe without support.

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Closing date: 1 October 2025

Innovative respiratory monitoring

Accurate non-invasive monitoring of respiratory activity including detection of dangerous cardiorespiratory events is critical to the care of preterm infants who suffer from a range of respiratory conditions affecting their ability to breathe without support.

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Explore all available Menzies PhD projects

How to apply

  • Applicants interested in a specific project should first contact the supervisor listed.
  • Go to available research degree projects for the full list of opportunities.
  • Go to research degrees, to find out more about how to apply, scholarships and entry requirements for PhDs.
  • Some PhD projects listed can be restructured to accommodate an Honours project.

Graduate Research Coordinators

Potential applicants can contact our Menzies GRCs for information about projects, supervisors, scholarships, and admissions procedures.

Further information is also available from the Graduate Research Office.

Free online courses

Understanding Multiple Sclerosis MOOC

This FREE online course aims to improve community understanding and awareness of MS. Those in the MS Community will be empowered to create and contribute to personalised MS management plans.

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Bush fires and your health MOOC

This FREE short course covers the physical and mental health impacts of bushfires and bushfire smoke, and what you can do to reduce your risk.

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