Our research

We use ancient and modern DNA to trace evolutionary change, assess impacts on species, and apply forensic genomics to human remains, informing conservation, defence, law enforcement and humanitarian work.

Our scientists apply ecological, genetic and modelling approaches to help conserve species and manage biodiversity. We study species through to ecosystems, monitor population change and develop strategies for resilience in a changing climate.

We explore freshwater, estuarine and marine ecosystems, investigating conservation and restoration, climate change, and biodiversity. Our work informs sustainable fisheries management, environmental conservation and engages with community to achieve healthy aquatic environments.

We investigate major human and animal pathogens using genomic tools, CRISPR screening and advanced microscopy. Our research develops vaccines and treatments, tackling global challenges like malaria, influenza and emerging diseases.

Harnessing biology to deliver new solutions in agriculture, health and industry. We advance synthetic biology, structural biology, imaging approaches and biosensors as transformative technologies for future industries.

We engage with schools and community to generate data that helps identify new species, understand biology and distribution of organisms and undertake environmental restoration.

We investigate the key molecular drivers and potential treatments for chronic neurological and metabolic diseases as well as cancers using genomic tools, proteomics and drug screens.