We make an impact through industry and clinical practice, policy change, informing decision-makers and service providers, raising public awareness and changing attitudes and behaviours. There are numerous examples of the impact º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has made on Canberra, our region, Australia and internationally.
Our research impact
Serving our region through research and education
The º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ is here to serve the Capital region through education and research.
Our research has shaped Canberra and contributes to our region’s health and wellbeing, education, environmental stability and future, creativity, technology and government initiatives and policy.
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ researchers contribute to global knowledge in their fields, and many of them also teach our students, bringing their expertise and research insights to their classes. As a university, we also develop and nurture the next generation of researchers and highly-skilled professionals, who will play a critical role in our future.
Research impact is the contribution research makes to the economy, society, environment, and culture beyond its contribution to academic research. Impact starts with great ideas and great connections with the world outside of academia, and continues with high quality research designed performed in consultation with partners in government, commercial industries and non-profit sectors.
The º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ supports the Sustainable Development Goals.
The º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s research impact areas align with the . The 17 goals were formed in 2015 by world leaders to secure the rights and wellbeing of all on a healthy and thriving planet under the . º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ undertakes research spanning all 17 SDGs, as well as other areas, but our impact is strongest in the following five goals. Explore º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ research across the SDGs on º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s .
SDG16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
SDG16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
SDG 16 focuses on fostering peaceful and inclusive societies, ensuring justice for everyone, and establishing effective, accountable, and inclusive institutions across all levels. º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ research within Goal 16 spans governance, deliberative democracy, forensic science and crime, law, politics, extremism and violence, national security and more.
SDG3: Good Health and Well-Being
SDG3: Good Health and Well-Being
SDG13 aims to achieve universal health coverage and build society’s resilience against future health threats. º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s research within Goal 3 spans medicine, health services, environmental and public health, mental health and psychology, sport and physical activity, disease and health conditions, and more.
SDG10: Reduced Inequalities
SDG10: Reduced Inequalities
SDG10 aims to reduce inequality within and between countries based on income, gender, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, economic status and more. º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has a strong research capability within the sustainable development space, and we also undertake research around health, education, economic, and gender inequalities and more.
SDG15: Life on Land
SDG15: Life on Land
SDG15 focusses on protecting and restoring terrestrial ecosystems, sustainable management of natural resources, ceasing and restoring biodiversity loss, and more. Our research in this space covers conservation and ecology, agriculture, eDNA, land use planning and management, and more.
SDG13: Climate Action
SDG13: Climate Action
Climate change is a universal challenge that grows more severe every day and robust research to inform action. º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s research within this area encompasses the physical sciences, as well as human psychology and wellbeing, communication in crisis, governance, climate resilience of humans and environments, policy and more.
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ research across other SDGs
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ research across the other SDGs
The º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ supports the Sustainable Development Goals. Explore our research across all 17 SDGs on º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ research has influenced and shaped the lives of Canberrans and visitors to our region. Life of a CBRn is a timeline showing examples of º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ research that has made an impact on the average Canberran across their lifetime. º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ research is helping pregnant women manage gestational diabetes, developing our Brumbies Women’s rugby union players, and supporting people living with dementia through exercise and physical activity.
Life of a CBRn was launched in November 2024 as a pop-up installation at the Canberra Centre for the month and will continue as a digital experience.
Get in touch with the Research and Enterprise Portfolio to begin or continue your journey in research, explore opportunities for collaboration, draw on our research expertise, or establish a relationship with º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ.