Research

Researchers and labs

Our researchers work across more than 90 labs, which bring together people with a range of skills to solve important questions about health and disease.

Find a Researcher portal

Explore extended profiles of WEHI’s scientific staff

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Meet Thanh and Michael, they’ve solved a long-standing mystery in Parkinson’s disease

The discovery could help lead to potential new treatments.

Dr Thanh Nguyen and Associate Professor Michael Lazarou

A collaborative research culture

We have more than 800 scientists focused on addressing the most pressing health challenges facing our world.

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Scientific divisions

WEHI houses 14 scientific divisions grouped under five key research themes.

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Careers

Discover ways to join our dynamic and supportive community.

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Education

Our students receive world-class training in medical research and broader skills, equipping them for bright and rewarding careers ahead.

Latest discoveries & news

Transforming the prostate cancer story

01 December 2023

Understanding our ‘mini energy factories’

01 December 2023

Collaborating across the lab and the clinic for better cancer outcomes

01 December 2023

Snow Centre for Immune Health to revolutionise immunology research

01 December 2023

Spatial omics sparks a science revolution

29 November 2023

Cracking the code: researchers unravel how mutant protein drives cancer growth

28 November 2023

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