# ANU College of Science and Medicine
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# Medicine & Psychology
# Medicine & Psychology
## About
The [School of Medicine and Psychology (SMP)](https://medicine-psychology.anu.edu.au/) was formed in January 2023 through the amalgamation of the former ANU Medical School and the ANU Research School of Psychology.
Our school works to advance human health, experience, and wellbeing, enhancing the lives of individuals and strengthening communities locally, nationally and globally. The health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities is a priority for the School.
We conduct teaching and research at multiple sites throughout the ACT, the south east region of NSW and in remote Northern Territory.
You'll find us primarily located in the Australian Capital Territory, in the inner-city suburb of Acton and at the two Canberra based hospitals. We also have a presence in the following locations:
- South-Eastern New South Wales
- The Northern Territory / Central Australia
- Sydney
- Melbourne
## [Research](https://medicine-psychology.anu.edu.au/research)
The ANU School of Medicine and Psychology pioneers transdisciplinary research, advancing knowledge to impact health and society. Explore our innovative projects in [Society, Health, Therapeutics, and Mental Processes](https://medicine-psychology.anu.edu.au/research/research-themes).
## [Study](https://medicine-psychology.anu.edu.au/study)
Discover a range of [undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degrees](https://medicine-psychology.anu.edu.au/study) at the School of Medicine and Psychology. Our innovative programs blend health, medicine, and psychology, equipping graduates with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills for career success, fostering transdisciplinary understanding of health and wellbeing.
## Facilities
### [ANU Psychology Clinic](https://science.anu.edu.au/research/facilities/anu-psychology-clinic)
The ANU Psychology Clinic is a centre for clinical practice & research in psychology. Our aim is to provide the highest standards in psychological assessment and treatment in a professional, responsive and caring environment.
[View the facility](https://science.anu.edu.au/research/facilities/anu-psychology-clinic)
### [Canberra Clinical School](https://science.anu.edu.au/research/facilities/canberra-clinical-school)
The Canberra Clinical School at Canberra and North Canberra Hospitals offers diverse health services, modern facilities, and state-of-the-art pathology and imaging, supporting the health needs of ACT and NSW regions.\
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[View the facility](https://science.anu.edu.au/research/facilities/canberra-clinical-school)
### [Rural Clinical School](https://science.anu.edu.au/research/facilities/rural-clinical-school)
The Rural Clinical School offers medical students placements in rural communities in South East NSW and Central Australia. Students develop clinical skills, learn from senior clinicians, and engage with local communities through various activities.
[View the facility](https://science.anu.edu.au/research/facilities/rural-clinical-school)
### [Sydney Clinical School](https://science.anu.edu.au/research/facilities/sydney-clinical-school)
The Sydney Clinical School at Sydney Adventist Hospital, NSW's largest private hospital, offers comprehensive acute care, diagnostic services, and clinical placements. It features 700 beds, advanced facilities, and treats over 184,000 patients annually.
[View the facility](https://science.anu.edu.au/research/facilities/sydney-clinical-school)
## News
### [Our medical students do their own stunts](https://science.anu.edu.au/news-events/news/our-medical-students-do-their-own-stunts)
Lights. Camera. Action. Go behind the scenes as ANU medical students bring an emergency simulation to life.
[Read the article](https://science.anu.edu.au/news-events/news/our-medical-students-do-their-own-stunts)
### [ANU research reveals the countries most at risk from superbugs](https://science.anu.edu.au/news-events/news/anu-research-reveals-countries-most-risk-superbugs)
The threat posed by superbugs to travellers from countries around the globe has been revealed in a new study.
[Read the article](https://science.anu.edu.au/news-events/news/anu-research-reveals-countries-most-risk-superbugs)
### [Low-cost drug shows promise for patients with life-threatening respiratory infections](https://science.anu.edu.au/news-events/news/low-cost-drug-shows-promise-patients-life-threatening-respiratory-infections)
A widely available and affordable drug has shown to be effective in treating seriously ill COVID-19 patients, according to a new study.
[Read the article](https://science.anu.edu.au/news-events/news/low-cost-drug-shows-promise-patients-life-threatening-respiratory-infections)
### [AI supports deeper understanding of neurological disorders](https://science.anu.edu.au/news-events/news/ai-supports-deeper-understanding-neurological-disorders)
Dr Robin Vlieger has incorporated machine and deep learning methods in his research to better understand neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s Disease and Multiple Sclerosis.
[Read the article](https://science.anu.edu.au/news-events/news/ai-supports-deeper-understanding-neurological-disorders)
### [Carers need mental health support too](https://science.anu.edu.au/news-events/news/carers-need-mental-health-support-too)
In a first of its kind study based on an Australian population, Dr Sumeet Rai has looked at how the relationship dynamic between a patient and their family member can influence the psychological health of the other.
[Read the article](https://science.anu.edu.au/news-events/news/carers-need-mental-health-support-too)
### [ANU health researchers named Rising Stars in ACT awards](https://science.anu.edu.au/news-events/news/anu-health-researchers-named-rising-stars-act-awards)
Emerging researchers from ANU have been selected in the 2025 CHARM Rising Star Awards, celebrating their outstanding early-career impact in health research and innovation in the ACT.
[Read the article](https://science.anu.edu.au/news-events/news/anu-health-researchers-named-rising-stars-act-awards)
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