The Albanese Labor Government has announced a $60 million investment in Australian health and medical research to tackle significant health challenges. The funding, provided through the National Health and Medical Research Council’s Centre of Research Excellence scheme, will support the establishment of 20 new CREs across the country.
Focus on Collaboration and Capacity Building
These CREs will unite leading researchers in collaborative research and develop research capacity in basic science, clinical medicine, health services, and public health. Each center will receive $3 million over the funding period.
Addressing Critical Health Issues
The 2024 CRE scheme will support a diverse range of research projects, including:
University of Melbourne: Developing transformative health services to support adult survivors of sexual violence, focusing on restoring wellbeing and enhancing the healing process.
University of Queensland: Investigating the underlying causes of Alzheimer’s disease to pave the way for effective treatments for this currently incurable condition.
La Trobe University: Working to reduce the risk of knee injuries and arthritis, particularly in women and girls, and improve overall knee health outcomes.
University of New South Wales: Accelerating efforts to eliminate neglected tropical diseases, aligning with public health goals.
A Strategic Investment in the Future of Health
This significant investment underscores the Australian government’s commitment to advancing health and medical research. By fostering collaboration and building research capacity, the CRE scheme aims to drive innovation and improve health outcomes for all Australians.