ANU College of Science and Medicine
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Research areas
Research areas
Indigenous research and innovation
Indigenous research activities and how our Indigenous academics and students are contributing to science.
Astronomy & Astrophysics
The ANU Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics operates Australia’s largest optical observatory and has access to the world’s largest optical telescopes.
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Biology
The ANU Research School of Biology (RSB) is internationally recognised for its high-impact research in plant sciences, evolution, ecology, genetics, parasitology and biotechnology.
Chemistry
The ANU Research School of Chemistry has an enviable reputation as a powerhouse of chemical research, attracting leading chemists from around the country and overseas.
Earth & Marine Sciences
The ANU Research School of Earth Sciences is Australia’s leading academic research institution for Earth sciences, home to the largest concentration of Earth scientists in Australia, and ranked 12th in the world for Earth and marine sciences (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024).
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Medical Research
The John Curtin School of Medical Research is amongst Australia's leading research institutes and performs fundamental research that tackles real-world health challenges whilst nurturing the next generation of medical researchers.
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Medicine & Psychology
The School of Medicine and Psychology (SMP) was formed in January 2023 through the amalgamation of the former ANU Medical School and the ANU Research School of Psychology.
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Physics
The ANU Research School of Physics constitutes Australia’s largest university-based physics research activity, incorporating major national facilities, national networks, a significant technical manufacturing and prototyping capability, as well as an innovative teaching program.