National areas of research strength
More than 40 per cent of research activities at the University of Melbourne are in cross-disciplinary areas.
We are nationally recognised as research leaders in:
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advanced materials science and engineering
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curriculum, learning and policy in education
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economic and financial analysis, corporate regulation
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fundamental sciences
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historical studies, policy, culture and society
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human and veterinary medicines
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information, mathematical and communication sciences
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neurological sciences
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plant and animal biotechnological sciences
These nine areas of international research strength represent major priority areas for the University. They are characterised by:
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eminence of research leadership
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high levels of external funding support
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strength of and output from research training activities
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extent and quality of international publications and patents
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breadth of peer recognition through plenary lectures and awards
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range of research collaborations and strategic partnerships established
The Research and Research Training Management Report provides more details about identifying research strengths, benchmarking and managing our research activities.