Research

Our work delivers better patient treatment and quality of life

We work at the intersection of medicine and technology, where extraordinary breakthroughs are possible when technology is harnessed to enhance the body’s inherent capabilities to adapt and repair. We devise solutions that blend biological expertise with engineering acumen, complemented by clinical insight to ensure our advances are attuned to the needs of patients, healthcare workers and the health ecosystem. Our work delivers impact through improved outcomes for patients with conditions including musculoskeletal disorders, cardiovascular diseases, cancer, chronic wounds, and more.

Our research capabilities

Frontier Biomedical Technologies

Key academic outcomes

• Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher
• Fellows of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering; Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences
• Batterham Medal for Engineering Excellence
• The Australian’s Top 40 Lifetime Research Achiever
• Eureka Prize

Key translational outcomes

• 3D-printed, dissolving bone scaffolds for regeneration and repair
• Custom mattresses for spinal surgery patients
• A flexible implant that promotes bone healing
• 3D modelling tool that informed the development of orthopaedic implants
• A natural wound-healing solution that reduces medical waste
• A one-stop-shop for podiatrists that allows them to scan, diagnose and print custom orthoses
• An AI-powered model to assist clinical decisions for the use of heart-lung devices

Capability statement

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