Our vision
To improve health globally through discovery research and the prevention, treatment and cure of infectious diseases.
Latest News
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15 Mar 2024
Podcast: A brief history of vaccine development
We take a dive into the fascinating world of vaccines with Professor Arup Chakraborty; from their historical roots to the cutting-edge science shaping our fu… -
14 Mar 2024
The breeding trap targeting Melbourne’s growing mozzie problem
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13 Mar 2024
Dr Koay awarded CASS Medicine/Science Grant
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11 Mar 2024
The COMBAT-AMR Assessment Framework: a blueprint to addressing AMR
Foundation Grants - applications open
Open to investigators globally, the Centre is seeking applications for projects to develop novel therapeutics for pathogens of pandemic potential in line with its mission.
Impact Report 2022
Discover how our work continues to drive excellence in research, education and public health.
Doherty Institute Strategic Plan
Learn more about our roadmap for the development of the Doherty Institute over the next five years.
Meet our people
Our people are at the forefront of research, teaching, public health and reference laboratory services, diagnostic services and clinical care in infectious diseases and immunity.
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Dr Sidonia Eckle Group Leader, MAIT Cell Program; NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellow
Dr Sidonia Eckle graduated with a BSc in Biochemistry from the Technical University of Munich in 2006, with a MSc in Molecular Cell Biology from Uppsala…
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Dr Sarah Hanieh Infectious Diseases Physician
Dr Sarah Hanieh is a paediatric infectious diseases physician and post-doctoral Research Fellow in the International and Immigrant Health Group in The…
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Professor James McCarthy Director, Victorian Infectious Diseases Service
Professor James McCarthy is Director of the Victorian Infectious Diseases Service at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, and Professor of Medicine at the…
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Dr Thomas Rasmussen Associate Clinical Director of HIV Cure Studies
Dr Thomas Rasmussen is a Clinical Research Fellow in Professor Sharon Lewin’s laboratory. Thomas has a Doctor of Medicine degree from Aarhus University,…