The Oceania Institute's research
We work with partners in the Oceania region to better understand and address key issues affecting the region and its people. Learn more about our key areas of research.
Key areas of research
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Climate change
Understanding how the climate is Oceania is changing, and how islands, cities, people and villages can adapt to avoid climate impacts.
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Food, livelihoods and biodiversity
Finding ways to balance land uses that support food security, biodiversity conservation, and livelihoods.
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Health and wellbeing
Working to improve the public health and futures of vulnerable communities through research, education and inclusive development.
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Infectious diseases
Improving health through research and the prevention, treatment and cure of infectious diseases.
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Language, culture and history
Recognising creativity of contemporary Oceanic language and culture, and understanding our entwined histories.
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Law, peace and politics
Supporting legal reform, peacebuilding efforts, and gender justice, while developing a critical understanding of Australia’s approach to the region.
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Sustainable urban and rural development
Addressing challenges of uneven development and helping to establish economically viable, socially just, environmentally sustainable, and safe and healthy human settlements
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