Menzies Institute for Medical Research

Our Purpose

Menzies exists to perform internationally significant medical research leading to healthier, longer and better lives for Tasmanians. Read more about our purpose.

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Tasmania is well known for its clean, green image and enviable lifestyle – but sadly, not everyone in our community gets to appreciate these benefits.

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Research Highlight

Stroke prevention gains $5 million boost

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Our research

Public Health, Primary Care and Health Services

Our reseachers seek to prevent and better manage important community and population health problems.  Read More

Brain Health and Disease

Our neuroscientists aim to understand the brain's response to trauma, and diseases such as dementia.  Read More

Heart and Blood Vessels

Our aim is to reduce the burden of diseases that affect blood and heart health in our community.  Read More

Bone and Muscle Health

Our research aims to reduce the impact of arthritis and improve treatment of muscle and bone conditions.  Read More

Genetics and Cancer

Our research focuses on genes that contribute to the development of different types of cancers and eye disease.  Read More

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Menzies Multiple Sclerosis Flagship Program

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Graduate research at Menzies

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Our global connections

Menzies research collaborators and partners

Tailored treatment for osteoarthritis

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